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Why has Labour welcomed a right wing Tory defector?
May 8, 2024
Conservative MP Natalie Elphicke's surprising defection to Labour is discussed, along with Rachel Reeves' contentious exchange with her. Topics include the implications for both parties, Astra Zeneca's vaccine withdrawal, and vaccine hesitancy. The episode also touches on rare vaccine side effects, public perception, and historical vaccine hesitancy factors.
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- Natalie Elphick's shift to Labour signals a changing political landscape.
- AstraZeneca's vaccine withdrawal highlights vaccine hesitancy challenges.
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Natalie Elphick's Defection to Labour Party
Natalie Elphick, former Conservative MP for Dover, has crossed the floor to join Kia Stammer's Labour Party, highlighting a shift in party ideologies. Her defection raises questions about the impact on Labour and her controversial past statements. Elphick's move underscores the perceived rightward direction of the Conservative Party and Stammer's attraction to former Tories.
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