The Rest Is Politics 93. Question Time: Rishi Sunak's doctor, Rory's Brad Pitt deal, and Iranian regime change?
Jan 12, 2023
In this lively discussion, former Deputy Prime Minister Michael Heseltine shares his insights on private healthcare and Rishi Sunak's recent comments about it. The conversation dives into the challenges facing the NHS, including a shortage of doctors, and whether private schools should be banned. Heseltine reflects on government education policies and the need for math education until 18. They also explore the current political atmosphere, including Rishi Sunak and Keir Starmer's influence, and even touch on the quirky idea of redesigning a fictional football team.
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Sunak's Private Healthcare
- Rishi Sunak refused to answer whether he uses private healthcare.
- This avoidance made the issue bigger, unlike Thatcher's directness.
Stealthy Undermining of NHS
- Alastair Campbell believes that arguments about private healthcare relieving NHS pressure undermine the NHS.
- This stealthy undermining mirrors Churchill's historical tactics described by Bevan.
Doctor's Emigration
- A doctor, Alex Hornby, moved to Australia for better pay and respect.
- Rory Stewart and Campbell discuss the NHS workforce crisis, exacerbated by Brexit and low pay.