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The Tory leadership contest shows neither candidate cares about the cost-of-living crisis
This low-tax arms race shows things really can go from bad to worse for the British people, says JON TRICKETT
Liz Truss and Rushi Sunak at TalkTV's Ealing Studios, west London

THE Conservative Party leadership contest is a reminder that things can really go from bad to worse. 

Inflation is riding high. Energy and food bills are going through the roof. People are really struggling and need urgent government action to support them through this difficult time. 

You would think that in this context the Tory contenders for 10 Downing Street would be setting out plans for how they will help people with the cost of living as we inch closer to the winter months. 

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