Keir Starmer and Theo Paphitis visit Basingstoke - photos

The Labour leader stopped off in the town whilst on the campaign trail on Tuesday, June 18.

During the visit he meet staff at both the Hampshire School of Jewellery at Hassocks Wood Business Centre, and the team at the Gabardine Bar, in the Top of Town.

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(Image: PA/Newsquest) Sir Keir was accompanied by Labour candidate for Basingstoke, Luke Murphy, and businessman Theo Paphitis.

Business owners spoke to the trio about issues they are currently facing operating during the cost-of-living crisis.

The visit comes just over two weeks before the election during a period of constant campaigning by party leaders.