Page 94: The Private Eye Podcast 159: The Grand Old Duke Of Yuck
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Nov 4, 2025 This week, the hosts dive into the fallout from Prince Andrew's title loss and the implications of Virginia Giuffre's allegations. They explore contested memoirs and the intricate politics connecting these events to the Trump era. The discussion shifts to failures in sanctions enforcement and the contentious landscape of tax complications for politicians. Additionally, they analyze the impending budget, highlighting the tension between media focus and broader economic issues, alongside the redevelopment controversies unfolding in Teesside.
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Use Civil Litigation When Criminal Justice Fails
- Use aggressive civil litigators when criminal prosecution is unlikely to secure justice.
- Civil suits can uncover evidence and force settlements when criminal trials are unavailable.
Sanctions Often Under-Enforced
- Sanctions sound effective politically but enforcement and fines often fall far short of real deterrence.
- Public messaging about stopping adversaries can obscure weak practical outcomes.
From Tax Inspector To Investigative Journalist
- Richard Brooks recounted his past as a tax inspector and the political mood that weakened tax collection enforcement.
- That experience informed his scepticism about cosy deals and lax enforcement for big players.
