The Peter McCormack Show $041 - Alex Phillips - Women’s Safety, Grooming Gangs, and Britain’s Cultural Crisis
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Jan 17, 2025 
In this insightful discussion, Alex Phillips, a former Brexit Party MEP and vocal commentator on Britain's political landscape, delves into the pressing issues of women's safety and cultural decay. She addresses the alarming realities many women face, particularly at night, and the critical role men must play in fostering a safer environment. Phillips also critiques the impact of government policies on nightlife and explores the socio-economic struggles affecting young Brits, driving them to consider opportunities abroad.
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UK's Housing and Cultural Crisis
- Young Brits feel there's no future in the UK due to high taxes and a housing crisis.
- They may move to countries like Poland or Hungary with better living standards and preserved cultures.
Pub as Community Center
- During COVID, police asked a Gloucester pub landlord to stay open.
- The pub served as a gathering place for former asylum patients, highlighting the community's social needs.
Business Rates and High Street Decline
- High business rates contribute to the decline of high streets.
- Charity shops thrive due to exemption from these rates, signaling a flawed economic approach by the government.