A Chaotic Week of Politics

19/04/2024 37 min
A Chaotic Week of Politics

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From Conservative scandals, arrests in Scotland, smoking bans and welfare speeches, it has been a packed week in politics. Co-hosts Charlotte Henry and Emma Burnell return after recess to discuss it all.





Peter Murrell charged with embezzlement following rearrest in Operation Branchform probe – Daily Record


Tory MP Mark Menzies suspended over alleged misuse of campaign funds – BBC News


William Wragg resigns Tory whip after divulging MPs’ phone numbers – The Guardian

Britain just agreed the world’s toughest smoking ban. Conservatives hate it. – Politico


Why do Lib Dems want to crack down on smoking but legalise cannabis? – Spectator

Prime Minister’s speech on welfare: 19 April 2024
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