

Winter fuel allowance cut: who voted for this? – Politics Weekly UK
5 snips Sep 12, 2024
Caroline Abrahams from Age UK sheds light on the serious implications of the winter fuel allowance cuts for 2.5 million vulnerable seniors, discussing health risks and financial instability. Rafael Behr analyzes internal tensions within the Labour Party, questioning whether leaders are straying from party ideals. The conversation touches on the disconnect between political strategies, voter priorities, and the rising frustrations that could lead to populism. Together, they explore how these issues unfold amid the government's challenging narrative on policy.
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Intro
00:00 • 3min
Impact of Winter Fuel Allowance Cuts on Seniors
02:51 • 8min
Political Tensions Over Fuel Allowance
11:01 • 9min
Dynamics of Government Leadership and Internal Tensions
20:01 • 5min
Political Strategies and Voter Disconnect
25:06 • 7min
Communication Challenges in Government Policy
32:35 • 2min