The Rest Is Politics 209. Question Time: What happens when privatisation goes wrong?
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Jan 11, 2024 Civil servants grapple with political ambitions and professional integrity. The discussion dives into the pitfalls of privatization, highlighting failures of Private Finance Initiatives and their impact on public services. With a lens on Myanmar's political turmoil, the need for international collaboration surfaces. Meanwhile, cheerful banter about books and food offers a lighter touch, with personal reading recommendations and favorite dining experiences adding flavor to the conversation.
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Political Involvement for Civil Servants
- Leave the civil service to become politically active.
- Join a political party, become an advisor, or run for office.
Blurring Lines in Government
- The Treasury's overtly political tax calculator alarms Alastair Campbell.
- He notes a concerning trend of blurring lines between government and party politics.
Brexit Prediction
- Rory Stewart correctly predicted the Brexit vote outcome (52-48) three months prior.
- He admits it was partly to provoke the former Attorney General of Ireland.
