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Assisted dying and Chagos row overshadow Starmer’s carbon capture pledge

Oct 4, 2024
In this discussion, Isabel Hardman, a political analyst for the Spectator, and James Heale, a political journalist, delve into Keir Starmer's ambitious £22 billion investment in carbon capture. They explore its potential impact on Labour's strategy amid a £20 billion deficit. The conversation also tackles the resurgence of assisted dying debates and the political implications of the UK's negotiations over the Chagos Islands, highlighting the complexities within the Conservative Party and the moral dilemmas lawmakers face.
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