The Rest Is Politics 483. The Future of British Politics, How The World Order Is Changing, and The Power of History
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Dec 31, 2025 Rory and Alastair dive into the future of British politics with a focus on Labour's growth strategies and the need for clear messaging. They discuss the role of local governance and the challenges facing the Conservative party. The conversation shifts globally, highlighting the rising influence of the Global South and the geopolitical implications of historical narratives. Trump’s potential impact on international events and the need for Western credibility is also explored, alongside the alarming rise of populism in Europe.
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Make Growth Labour's Central Mission
- Focus Labour's mission on growth as the primary priority to raise living standards.
- Build coherent messaging and internal grip so everyone knows their role and purpose.
Supply-Side Reforms Can Drive Growth
- Reforming UK banking and finance can unlock investment and scale-ups like in the US.
- Supply-side changes (planning, energy, deregulation) can boost growth without big tax fights.
Bridge Business And Unions For Practical Reform
- Use cross-sector compromise to implement industrial and employment reforms.
- Task ministers like Peter Kyle to lead growth-focused, pragmatic supply-side strategies.
