Rishi Sunak and Sir Keir Starmer both praise Christians in Easter messages - but Labour leader takes chance to talk of 'new beginnings'

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The prime minister recognised 'churches, charities, volunteers and fundraisers who live Christian values', while the Labour leader paid tribute to the 'generosity and compassion' shown by Christians across the country. But Sir Keir's message also hinted at election debates to come.

Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer has spoken of a time for 'new beginnings' in his Easter message, as he looks towards the coming general election. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has also released a message for Easter Sunday, calling it a time to 'pause and reflect'. But the political rivals both highlighted the role of Christians in the UK. Mr Sunak praised the 'incredible' work of Christians, in line with their values of 'compassion, charity and self-sacrifice'.

'For many of us in the UK, Easter is a chance to pause and reflect and an opportunity to spend some precious time with our families and a moment to enjoy the start of Spring. 'So this weekend, let me wish you all a very happy and peaceful Easter.' But Labour leader Sir Keir's talk of renewal will be seen as the more symbolic intervention in an election year, as the man hoping to replace Mr Sunak in Downing Street.

 

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