Dr Grim

Antony Goldman, who compiles Private Eye's international letters, joins Dr Grim, the publication's human rights correspondent, and Jane Mackenzie, covering the impact of COVID-19 on education. They reveal how Russia has practiced for its war on Ukraine through conflicts in Eastern Europe. The trio discusses historical ties and manipulations by Russia in Moldova and Georgia. Jane highlights the government's flawed Covid-catch-up program for schools, criticizing the funding issues that left many students without adequate support.