The News Meeting News Meeting: Rising water bills and the future of the Archbishop of York
Dec 16, 2024
Stephen Armstrong, a Tortoise reporter, dives into the Archbishop of York's controversial handling of a sexual abuse case. Pete Apps, an Orwell Prize-winning author, shares insights on the UK’s rising water bills, warning of a 21% increase due to infrastructure failures. Basia Cummings discusses the implications of these crises on governance and public trust. The conversation challenges the Church of England's relevance amid allegations and explores how financial burdens impact communities in modern British society.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Exploring Critical News Headlines and Their Implications
01:51 • 2min
Controversy and Accountability in the Church
03:42 • 9min
Media and Trump: Navigating Defamation Settlements
12:29 • 8min
Impending Water Bill Hikes: Crisis in UK Water Infrastructure
20:25 • 3min
Water Bills and Governance Crisis
23:45 • 9min
Wrap-Up and Recommendations
32:45 • 2min