The Liberal Democrats pledge to raise income tax to raise extra funds for health and social care

The video discusses the Liberal Democrats' proposal to raise £6 billion annually for the NHS by increasing income tax by a penny. The plan aims to prevent the decline of the NHS and improve care for the elderly. It suggests an additional cost of £3 per week for the average worker. The proposal has faced criticism from the Conservatives and skepticism due to past broken promises. However, experts emphasize the urgent need for NHS funding. The plan's success depends on overcoming political barriers, particularly from the Tories.

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