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Friday Night Comedy from BBC Radio 4
The News Quiz - 2nd February
Mar 1, 2024
The podcast humorously discusses power-sharing in politics, questions about backing up WhatsApp messages, and explores the evolving trends of fasting among the wealthy. It also touches on vaping controversies, socioeconomic impacts, and substance use trends in youth.
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- The Northern Ireland protocol sets an example for UK regions, highlighting the delicate balance of political strategies and economic implications.
- Labour's decision on banker's bonuses and vaping controversies expose the intersection of political strategies, health regulations, and societal impacts.
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Northern Ireland's Political Deadlock Resolved
The DUP in Northern Ireland have finally agreed to a tweaked deal, passing their seven tests and re-entering government after over 700 days without a functioning government. Other countries with similar political instability were mentioned, including Belgium, but Northern Ireland surpassed them all with its extended period of political deadlock, negatively affecting public services.
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