Matthew Goodwin, an academic and author known for his insights into global politics, joins Camilla Cavendish, a Financial Times columnist and former policy chief under David Cameron. Together, they dissect Rishi Sunak’s rise as the youngest UK Prime Minister during a politically tumultuous time. They discuss his challenges in uniting a divided Conservative Party, addressing economic instability, and engaging younger voters. The conversation navigates the complexities of post-Brexit governance and the escalating crises within the NHS, emphasizing the need for decisive leadership.
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Historic Volatility and Sunak's Challenge
Rishi Sunak faces a historic challenge leading a divided party amidst volatile politics.
He needs a distinct approach from predecessors to navigate this turbulent era.
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Sunak's Legitimacy
While a general election would be cathartic, Sunak's legitimacy derives from MP unity, not party members.
This offers more credibility than Truss enjoyed, despite lacking a direct public mandate.
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Sunak's Challenge: Reassuring Voters
Sunak's challenge involves reassuring Conservative voters who feel their Brexit vision has been sidelined.
Mobilizing these voters is crucial to avoid an electoral wipeout worse than 1997.
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In 'Extra Time', Camilla Cavendish explores the global demographic shift where people aged 65 and over outnumber children under five. She argues for a positive approach to ageing, utilizing technology, community, and anti-ageing strategies to revolutionize the second half of life. The book challenges taboos around ageing and suggests ways for governments, businesses, and individuals to adapt to this new reality.
Values, Voice and Virtue
The New British Politics
Matthew Goodwin
In 'Values, Voice and Virtue: The New British Politics', Matthew Goodwin provides a wide-ranging analysis of the political upheavals in Britain over the past decade, including Brexit and the rise of national populism. He argues that these events are symptomatic of deeper shifts in societal values, political voice, and moral virtue, which are reshaping the political landscape.
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Rishi Sunak is the youngest UK prime minister for two centuries and the first British Asian to lead the country. His ascent to power has been impressive but will Sunak's policies be distinct enough from his two recent predecessors – the former mired in scandal, the latter ridicule – to steer the UK out of one of the most torrid political eras of modern times? To discuss it, journalist and broadcaster Philippa Thomas is joined by the academic, pollster and author of forthcoming book, Values, Voice and Virtue, Matthew Goodwin. Plus, columnist for the FT, author of Extra Time, and former head of the Prime Minister's Policy Unit under David Cameron, Camilla Cavendish.
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