The News Agents Don't panic! Gillian Keegan says only SOME of our schools are unsafe
Sep 5, 2023
Discussion on Gillian Keegan's statements, government's social media ad, Labour's response, and potential fallout from the concrete crisis in relation to school safety. Exploring the changes in the UK school building scheme and implications of cutting capital expenditure. Importance of investing in education and political dynamics within Whitehall and number 10. Decision made by ITV to air controversial interview clips featuring Gillian Keegan. Recent financial crisis faced by Birmingham City Council and government's responsibility for school building safety. Potential increase in council tax and impact on council services in Birmingham.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
UK School Building Scheme: Past and Present
02:11 • 5min
Investing in Education and Political Dynamics
06:42 • 14min
The Decision to Air Controversial Interview Clips
20:22 • 2min
Birmingham City Council's Financial Crisis
22:32 • 5min
Government's Responsibility for School Building Safety
27:26 • 2min
Potential Increase in Council Tax and Impact on Council Services
29:00 • 6min