Rishi Sunak vows to halve inflation and ‘stop migrant boats’ before 2024 election

PM promises to deliver on five major ‘people’s priorities’ – including reducing NHS waiting lists

Rishi Sunak has promised to turn the economy around, cut NHS waiting lists and stop migrant boats crossing the English Channel before the general election expected in 2024.

The Conservative prime minister attempted to reset his premiership by pledging to deliver on five major “people’s priorities” during the current parliament.

Mr Sunak vowed to half current inflation levels, reduce government debt and get the UK economy back to growth – despite a lengthy recession expected to grip Britain during the cost of living crisis.