Economist Podcasts Do as I say, except at my dos: Boris Johnson’s parties
Feb 1, 2022
Matthew Holhouse, British politics correspondent for The Economist, shares insights into the growing fallout from Boris Johnson's lockdown parties and the potential political repercussions, including public trust and calls for a no-confidence vote. Charlie McCann, Southeast Asia correspondent, discusses Myanmar's ongoing unrest post-coup and the resilience of protestors against a violent regime. The podcast also touches on the emotional journey of immigrants battling language loss while navigating their identities in new cultures.
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Downing Street Failures
- Sue Gray's report reveals serious failures of leadership and judgment within Downing Street during lockdown.
- The report confirms breaches of lockdown rules while the rest of the British population made sacrifices.
Conservative Party Hesitation
- The Conservative Party seems reluctant to remove Boris Johnson, prioritizing their grip on power.
- A confidence vote is triggered if 15% of MPs submit letters of no confidence.
Operation Red Meat
- Johnson launched "Operation Red Meat", introducing popular policies to appease his party and the public.
- These include reforms to the BBC's funding and a crackdown on irregular migration.
