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'A punch in the gut': The defection of Natalie Elphicke

'A punch in the gut': The defection of Natalie Elphicke

FromElectoral Dysfunction


'A punch in the gut': The defection of Natalie Elphicke

FromElectoral Dysfunction

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Length:
34 minutes
Released:
May 10, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Following the defection of the Dover and Deal MP Natalie Elphicke to Labour, Beth, Ruth and Jess discuss the surprise move and whether it could have been handled differently by Sir Keir Starmer. They also talk about Beth's interview with the former immigration minister Robert Jenrick and his warnings about Reform UK. Plus, how significant was the defeat of former Conservative mayor of the West Midlands Andy Street? Beth and Jess were both there to tell the story. And they answer a question on Labour and the Muslim vote, and what the party can do to restore confidence and trust.   Email Beth, Jess, and Ruth at electoraldysfunction@sky.uk, post on X to @BethRigby, or send a WhatsApp voice note on 07934 200 444.   
Released:
May 10, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

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Sky News' political editor Beth Rigby with a podcast that analyses the week's politics stories and interviews big political names. But also makes time for people from all walks of life - from decision makers to those with interesting stories to tell.Email bethrigbypodcast@sky.uk