Elections Preview Part II with Alastair Campbell, Tim Walker and Chris Deerin

The Two Matts

The New World

News, News Commentary, Government, Politics

4.4 • 523 Ratings

🗓️ 29 April 2021

⏱️ 77 minutes

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Summary

Former Downing Street communications director Alastair Campbell talks about the scandals engulfing Number 10 and how Keir Starmer helped produce a 'Kevin Keegan' moment at PMQs. Journalist Tim Walker explains why it's time for a fully independent speaker in the Commons and wonders if Michael Gove could be the next PM. Plus Chris Deerin looks at whether Scotland will lurch closer to independence on May 6... and if Anas Sarwar can turn the tide. Plus your suggestions on how to redecorate the Downing Street flat, and Arlene Foster enters our Hall of Shame.

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