Why the UK isn’t ungovernable – yet
Electoral Dysfunction
Sky News
4.4 • 764 Ratings
🗓️ 29 May 2026
⏱️ 45 minutes
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Summary
Is the UK on its way to becoming ungovernable?
And what does a £5m gift to Nigel Farage from crypto billionaire Christopher Harborne tell us about scrutiny and transparency in British politics?
Harriet Harman, Beth Rigby and Ruth Davidson discuss in a special live edition of the pod, recorded at the Hay Festival.
Plus, Harriet offers advice to Green Party leader Zack Polanski on how to handle his council tax row - inspired by her own experience being chased by the paparazzi.
For a full list of candidates standing in your area, visit the Electoral Commission website.
Got a question for the burner phone? WhatsApp 07934 200 444 or email electoraldysfunction@sky.uk.
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