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Friday Night Comedy from BBC Radio 4

The News Quiz - 15th September

Oct 13, 2023
Lucy Porter, Tom Ballard, Anushka Asthana, and Mark Steel join Andy Zaltzman to discuss the world's most obvious spy, the most awkward train ride, the UK's worst road, China's growing influence, the Midnight Train to Georgia, and the debate around changing Australia's constitution to include a First Nations voice to Parliament.
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Quick takeaways

  • China is increasingly seen as a threat to Britain, sparking discussions about formally designating it under security laws.
  • Labour leader Keir Starmer's pledge to treat people smugglers as terrorists has sparked a political debate on immigration and border control.

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The Threat of Chinese Spies in the UK

There are increasing concerns in the West about China, with a parliamentary researcher being arrested on suspicion of spying for China. This development has led to discussions about whether China should be formally designated as a threat to Britain under security laws. There are also growing tensions between China and the UK, with both sides trading accusations and denials. The UK is considering using technology to counter China's numerical advantage in personnel, including their two million-strong army. Former Prime Minister Liz Truss has described China as the greatest threat Britain faces.

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