Talking Politics Exclusive: Simon Case on why China's Taiwan intent is an enormous threat to the UK
Jun 2, 2025
01:19:40
In this special edition of Talking Politics, Robert Peston meets ex-Civil Service chief Simon Case. Sir Simon served four prime ministers as Civil Service chief before standing down as Cabinet secretary in December.
In a wide-ranging conversation about the prime minister's plans to significantly invest in the UK's defence capability, including its nuclear deterrent, Sir Simon warned that the UK and West "better be ready" for a Chinese invasion of Taiwan. Plus:
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In a wide-ranging conversation about the prime minister's plans to significantly invest in the UK's defence capability, including its nuclear deterrent, Sir Simon warned that the UK and West "better be ready" for a Chinese invasion of Taiwan. Plus:
- The future of America in Europe
- The struggle of government spending trade-offs
- The infamous Truss letter: His side of the story
Got a question for the team? Email talkingpolitics@itv.com