Laura Trott: Confusion over UK debt levels
Chief Secretary to the Treasury appears to falter in interview
Chief Secretary to the Treasury Laura Trott has caused confusion after she appeared to falter over her answer about the level of UK debt in an interview yesterday.
When asked by BBC's Evan Davis whether UK debt is rising or falling, Trott initially said that it is "stable". However, when Davis presented her with the latest official figures, which show that debt has risen by £200 billion since 2010, Trott said that she had "different figures".
Trott and Davis argue over debt levels
This led to a heated exchange between Trott and Davis, with Davis accusing Trott of being "completely wrong" about the debt levels. Trott defended her position, saying that she was using different data to Davis.
The interview has caused confusion among many, with some commentators suggesting that Trott may not be fully aware of the UK's financial situation. However, Trott's supporters have defended her, saying that she is a competent and experienced politician.
Conclusion
The confusion over UK debt levels is likely to continue until the government releases its next set of official figures. However, the interview has raised questions about Trott's competence and the government's transparency on financial matters.
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