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Are Southport riots a sign of our political future? Politics Weekly UK

Aug 1, 2024
Hannah Al-Othman, a Guardian correspondent on the Southport riots, discusses how misinformation ignited chaos after a tragic knife attack, resulting in violent confrontations involving far-right groups. Political editor Pippa Crerar reveals allegations against Kemi Badenoch, a frontrunner in the Conservative leadership race, who faces bullying claims. The conversation dives into the implications of political rhetoric on community tensions, welfare reforms proposed by Labour, and the complexities of Conservative party dynamics in a turbulent landscape.
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