Good Morning Britain viewers have criticised Ed Balls for his interview with former Chancellor Jeremy Hunt, accusing him of constantly talking over the politician. The heated exchange came after Chancellor Rachel Reeves accused Hunt of 'lying' about the state of public finances, claiming a £22bn black hole left by the previous government.
During the interview, Balls pressed Hunt on the alleged cover-up, saying: "To come on the programme and start blaming what Labour might do in the future for costs that you signed up to in this financial year, it doesn't cut the ice at all." Hunt hit back, arguing that Labour's decision to give junior doctors a 22% pay rise contradicted their claims of a fiscal black hole.
Viewers took to social media to vent their frustration, with one calling it "car crash TV" and urging Balls to let Hunt answer questions. Another said: "Ed Balls going full 'Pound shop Piers Morgan' on Jeremy Hunt." Others demanded Balls be sacked, with one viewer branding him a "bafoon".
The interview has reignited debate over the state of UK public finances, with Labour blaming the Conservatives for a £22bn shortfall, while the Tories insist the figure is a political choice by the new government.
