Political Thinking with Nick Robinson Bridget Phillipson on life as education secretary
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Oct 2, 2025 
Bridget Phillipson, the British Education Secretary and Labour deputy leadership candidate, shares insights from her personal journey overcoming poverty, influencing her commitment to education and child welfare. She discusses the urgent need to combat child poverty through policies like free school meals and advocates for removing the two-child benefit cap. Bridget emphasizes the importance of early years support and maintaining the choice between vocational routes and university, while also addressing political challenges and her vision for unity within Labour.
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DJing At Conference
- Bridget describes DJing at conference events, playing tracks like Chaka Khan and Cher.
- She says DJ sets were fun and part of engaging with members while campaigning.
Show And Tell Policy Wins
- Do both: tell voters your achievements and show tangible local changes people can see.
- Bridget stresses visible wins like free school meals, childcare, and breakfast clubs to build public confidence.
Tangible Change Beats Mere Messaging
- Bridget argues that political messaging alone is insufficient without tangible improvements people can feel.
- She emphasises practical changes like nurseries and breakfast clubs to translate policy into lived experience.