Show Notes
Former Labour MP and ex Government adviser on political violence and disruption Lord Walney (John Woodcock) expresses his fears about today’s political climate and the intimidation of those that are seeking election. He talks about why he is seeking to undertake a cross party inquiry into the intimidation of candidates and elected politicians. Does he regret leaving the Labour Party in protest at Jeremy Corbyn’s leadership of the Labour Party? Find out in this episode. -- This episode is sponsored by Woburn Partners, the strategic communications agency. If your company wants to campaign for change drop them an email at [email protected] Production support and Mixing by Adrian Bradley Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
More from Politics Inside Out
To mark the end of the current run of Politics Inside Out, Gloria and Jonathan speak to some of their previous guests to ask about their political heroes and villains. Guests include Anneliese Dodds, Daisy Cooper, Kim Leadbeater, Simon Clarke, John Woodcock, Ellie Reeves, Sarah Owen, Danny Kruger, Stella Creasy, James Frith, Rosie Duffield and Mims Davies. -- This episode is sponsored by Woburn Partners, the strategic communications agency. If your company wants to campaign for change drop them an email at [email protected] Production support and Mixing by Adrian Bradley Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Shadow Secretary of State for Wales and Shadow Minister for Women Mims Davies joins Gloria and Tracey to reflect on the current state of the Conservative Party, the upcoming local elections, the future of the UK’s two-party system, and some of the challenges of working in politics. -- This episode is sponsored by Woburn Partners, the strategic communications agency. If your company wants to campaign for change drop them an email at [email protected] Production support and Mixing by Adrian Bradley Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Former Chaplain of the House of Commons Bishop Rose joins Gloria and Tracey to discuss her journey into parliament, why she changed the prayers and how faith and politics intersect. She also discusses what Easter means to her and explains why the murder of Jo Cox and the way MPs debated Brexit were some of her most difficult times in Parliament. -- This episode is sponsored by Woburn Partners, the strategic communications agency. If your company wants to campaign for change drop them an email at [email protected] Production support and Mixing by Adrian Bradley Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Independent MP Rosie Duffield joins Gloria and Tracey to discuss her resignation from the Labour Party, life as an independent MP, her friendship with JK Rowling and the impact of the meningitis outbreak in her constituency. -- This episode is sponsored by Woburn Partners, the strategic communications agency. If your company wants to campaign for change drop them an email at [email protected] Production support and Mixing by Adrian Bradley Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tory veteran Roger Gale, who spent 43 years in Parliament, joins Gloria and Tracey to reflect on life inside Westminster. He explains why he opposed televising parliamentary proceedings, why he believes Parliament used to be far more enjoyable, and how social media has reshaped modern politics. Roger also touches on the old drinking culture in the House and the little-known shooting range once located in Parliament’s basement.