The Rest Is Politics

36. William Hague on Boris Johnson, Blair, and Brexit

Aug 3, 2022

Former British Foreign Secretary William Hague shares his insights on British politics, tackling the future of Boris Johnson and reflecting on his confrontations with Tony Blair. He discusses the nuances of Brexit and the challenges of leadership in its aftermath. Hague also touches on the importance of transformative education and the potential optimism in navigating political complexities. His rich experiences shed light on the shifting landscape of UK politics, offering a historical context to current challenges.

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Intro

2min

Confrontations in British Politics

22min

Commercial Interlude: Mobility Solutions and Performance Wear

2min

Navigating Resignation: A Political Reflection

4min

Reflections on Brexit and Leadership Challenges

14min

The Promise and Perils of Artificial Intelligence

2min

Reflections on Political Evolution

5min

In a special episode of The Rest Is Politics, Alastair and Rory are joined by former Foreign Secretary and former Leader of the Conservative Party, William Hague.

They discuss the future for Boris Johnson, William’s days facing Tony Blair in the Commons, packing the House of Lords, Putin’s offer to build a gas pipeline to the UK, the Hong Kong handover, Brexit, leaving politics on a high, education, vaccines, and reasons to be optimistic.

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Producer: Dom Johnson

Exec Producer: Jack Davenport

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