The Daily T Dominic Cummings on the small boat crisis, our broken political system and Farage
Jun 22, 2025
Dominic Cummings, former chief advisor to Boris Johnson and a pivotal figure in Brexit, discusses the crumbling of the UK’s political system. He argues for radical reforms to tackle the ongoing migrant crisis, suggesting military involvement and changes to existing laws. Cummings criticizes the disconnect between the elite and the public, highlighting a lack of talent in governance. He shares his thoughts on future political leadership and the role of education in fostering societal values. Brace yourself for a thought-provoking conversation from a true political disruptor!
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Historic Cycle of Institutional Crisis
- British institutions are entering a historic cycle of crisis and collapse similar to the 19th century.
- Current elites and ideas do not match reality, leading to fragmentation and institutional failure.
Elite Talent Drain in Public Service
- Elite talent leaves public service in their 40s, leaving less capable people in important roles.
- This talent drain contributes to government failures like the COVID debacle and other systemic problems.
Number 10 Overwhelmed and Ministers Ineffective
- Number 10 is overwhelmed by crises because government responsibilities have overly centralized there.
- Ministers lack real responsibility and often focus more on media than managing departments.