Politics Unpacked Rachel Reeves' Inflated CV
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Feb 18, 2025 
Libby Purves, a seasoned commentator, joins James Marriott, a columnist from The Times, to dissect the implications of Rachel Reeves' questionable CV claims. They discuss the shifting UK defense spending in light of the Ukraine conflict, highlighting the public's evolving stance on military involvement. The duo also tackles the ethical dilemmas in journalism, touching on corporate gift-giving. With a dash of humor, they explore societal impacts on extremism and the nostalgic charm of analogue photography versus the convenience of smartphones.
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Britain Must Increase Defence Spending
- Libby Purves warns UK defence spending is insufficient and inefficient after decades of cuts.
- She argues spending should probably reach around 3% of GDP and priorities must change.
Europe Needs To Step Up Militarily
- Libby Purves says every European country must step up defence spending and capability.
- She urges higher spending and closer European cooperation instead of relying on the US.
CV Inaccuracies Create Political Headaches
- Rachel Reeves mislisted a more prestigious journal in Who's Who, prompting scrutiny.
- Libby Purves says repeated annual confirmations make the error hard to view as accidental.