Electoral Dysfunction
Beth Rigby. Jess Phillips. Ruth Davidson. With polls suggesting trust in politicians is low, three political powerhouses unite to unravel the spin and explain what’s really going on in Westminster and beyond. Every week, they will examine our political leaders and their policies – how they’re written, and how they’re sold to voters – as we prepare for a general election. With so much at stake, they will work out which politicians are coming out on top and who is having an Electoral Dysfunction – and what it all actually means for you. WhatsApp us - 07934 200444
Episodes
May 23, 2024 • 43 mins
With Westminster still reeling from the prime minister's decision to call a general election on the 4 July, Beth, Jess and Ruth lift the curtain on what was going on in parliament as rumours started to swirl.
Who decided to call an election now? Why did Rishi Sunak not have an umbrella? And what kind of campaign will the parties run over the next six weeks?
Plus, a listener wants to know if her MP will still be working on...
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May 17, 2024 • 40 mins
After the Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer set out what Labour would do if it wins the election, Beth Rigby, Jess Phillips and Ruth Davidson discuss the six key policies that have been unveiled.
They also talk about the major speech made by Prime Minister Rishi Sunak at the beginning of the week and debate whether the election campaign has really started.
Plus, it's been a politically good week for Jess Phillips after her amendme...
They also talk about the major speech made by Prime Minister Rishi Sunak at the beginning of the week and debate whether the election campaign has really started.
Plus, it's been a politically good week for Jess Phillips after her amendme...
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May 10, 2024 • 33 mins
Following the defection of the Dover and Deal MP Natalie Elphicke to Labour, Beth, Ruth and Jess discuss the surprise move and whether it could have been handled differently by Sir Keir Starmer.
They also talk about Beth's interview with the former immigration minister Robert Jenrick and his warnings about Reform UK.
Plus, how significant was the defeat of former Conservative mayor of the West Midlands Andy Street? Beth and Jess we...
They also talk about Beth's interview with the former immigration minister Robert Jenrick and his warnings about Reform UK.
Plus, how significant was the defeat of former Conservative mayor of the West Midlands Andy Street? Beth and Jess we...
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May 3, 2024 • 44 mins
It’s the morning after the day before for Beth, Ruth and Jess as they pull apart the local election results they have so far.
They discuss what big council losses for the Conservatives could mean for the Rishi Sunak narrative. How does the re-election of Ben Houchen as Tees Valley mayor help him?
Also – are there some niggles for Labour within the results, especially with Muslim communities? Jess explains what she thinks the im...
They discuss what big council losses for the Conservatives could mean for the Rishi Sunak narrative. How does the re-election of Ben Houchen as Tees Valley mayor help him?
Also – are there some niggles for Labour within the results, especially with Muslim communities? Jess explains what she thinks the im...
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April 26, 2024 • 49 mins
Following the prime minister's trip to Europe this week, Beth Rigby, Jess Phillips and Ruth Davidson examine whether Rishi Sunak is convincing on the world stage and ask if his announcement on defence spending will help the Conservatives' chances in next week's local elections.
And after the Rwanda bill was passed this week - is this another win for the prime minister or a policy that he should have dumped months ago?
Plus,...
And after the Rwanda bill was passed this week - is this another win for the prime minister or a policy that he should have dumped months ago?
Plus,...
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April 19, 2024 • 39 mins
Following allegations Tory MP Mark Menzies misused campaign funds, Beth Rigby, Jess Phillips, and Ruth Davidson examine the fallout for the government and for the politician who has been suspended from the parliamentary party. He denies all the claims.
And after the Commons votes to ban anyone born after 1 January 2009 from buying cigarettes, the trio ask whether the policy is "unconservative" as suggested by some MPs.
As David...
And after the Commons votes to ban anyone born after 1 January 2009 from buying cigarettes, the trio ask whether the policy is "unconservative" as suggested by some MPs.
As David...
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April 12, 2024 • 42 mins
As the fall-out from the Westminster honeytrap scandal continues to unravel, Beth Rigby, Jess Phillips and Ruth Davidson explain why contacts are so valuable in Parliament and ask what William Wragg’s resignation tells us about Rishi Sunak’s leadership.
And, with Labour riding hight after two major polls predicted landslide victories at the upcoming election, should Keir Starmer be worried about voter complacency?
Plus, Beth, Ru...
And, with Labour riding hight after two major polls predicted landslide victories at the upcoming election, should Keir Starmer be worried about voter complacency?
Plus, Beth, Ru...
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April 5, 2024 • 27 mins
Why do politicians never answer the question?’ It’s something Beth Rigby, Jess Philips and Ruth Davidson get asked all the time; so, this week they’ve dedicate the whole episode to answering your questions.
From why back-benchers ask seemingly pointless questions at PMQs, to the importance of Instagram for the next general election, and where to get the best cup of tea in Westminster, Ruth, Jess and Beth have got it covered.
...
From why back-benchers ask seemingly pointless questions at PMQs, to the importance of Instagram for the next general election, and where to get the best cup of tea in Westminster, Ruth, Jess and Beth have got it covered.
...
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March 28, 2024 • 39 mins
While the Royal family have faced a challenging few weeks, Beth Rigby, Jess Phillips, and Ruth Davidson explore the points where royalty and politics meet, and what the family will say publicly about the state of cancer care following the King and the Princess of Wales' diagnoses.
Plus, is deputy prime minister Oliver Dowden someone likely to be feeling on top this week after calling out China-backed cyber-attacks and announcing...
Plus, is deputy prime minister Oliver Dowden someone likely to be feeling on top this week after calling out China-backed cyber-attacks and announcing...
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March 22, 2024 • 47 mins
As the prime minister tries to shake off rumours of a Tory coup and faces more delays to his Rwanda legislation - Beth Rigby, Ruth Davidson and Jess Phillips discuss where his leadership is at.
What could happen if the local elections on May 2nd end badly for Rishi Sunak?
Although he's standing down, they think Irish prime minister Leo Varadkar is having a better week – was this a good time for him to go?
And two politicians a...
What could happen if the local elections on May 2nd end badly for Rishi Sunak?
Although he's standing down, they think Irish prime minister Leo Varadkar is having a better week – was this a good time for him to go?
And two politicians a...
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Sky News political editor Beth Rigby, Labour's Birmingham Yardley MP Jess Phillips and former leader of the Scottish Conservatives, Ruth Davidson, look at some of the big politics stories of the week.
They say it's Tory donor Frank Hester who's had an "electoral dysfunction" this week after he apologised for comments he made about MP Diane Abbott. Almost a day after the revelations, the prime minister said they were "racist and wro...
They say it's Tory donor Frank Hester who's had an "electoral dysfunction" this week after he apologised for comments he made about MP Diane Abbott. Almost a day after the revelations, the prime minister said they were "racist and wro...
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March 8, 2024 • 38 mins
The fall-out from the Budget, Donald Trump at Super Tuesday and whether Westminster is paying enough attention to your local council’s financial woes; all are up for discussion in this week's episode of Electoral Dysfunction.
Sky News political editor Beth Rigby, Labour's Birmingham Yardley MP Jess Phillips and former leader of the Scottish Conservatives, Ruth Davidson, look at the political figures who've got on top this week – an...
Sky News political editor Beth Rigby, Labour's Birmingham Yardley MP Jess Phillips and former leader of the Scottish Conservatives, Ruth Davidson, look at the political figures who've got on top this week – an...
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Following the Rochdale by-election, Sky’s political Editor Beth Rigby, the Labour MP for Birmingham Yardley, Jess Phillips and former leader of the Scottish Conservatives Ruth Davidson discuss what George Galloway’s win means for parliament.
They examine the fall out of the by-election and ask why politics is not working for many people.
They also look ahead to the budget – predicting what Chancellor Jeremy Hunt might pull out of t...
They examine the fall out of the by-election and ask why politics is not working for many people.
They also look ahead to the budget – predicting what Chancellor Jeremy Hunt might pull out of t...
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February 23, 2024 • 13 mins
Ahead of our first proper Electoral Dysfunction next week, we thought it’s time to share what Beth, Jess and Ruth have been up to in rehearsals.
In this special teaser, they explain what the title is all about and what they’ll be trying to do on every episode.
And, they get down to the nitty gritty of examining the leaders and their policies – digging deep into what Conservatives might think of their future.
There’s a bit of agree...
In this special teaser, they explain what the title is all about and what they’ll be trying to do on every episode.
And, they get down to the nitty gritty of examining the leaders and their policies – digging deep into what Conservatives might think of their future.
There’s a bit of agree...
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February 6, 2024 • 1 min
Beth Rigby. Jess Phillips. Ruth Davidson.
With polls suggesting trust in politicians is low, three political powerhouses unite to unravel the spin and explain what’s really going on in Westminster and beyond.
Every week, they will examine our political leaders and their policies – how they’re written, and how they’re sold to voters – as we prepare for a general election.
With so much at stake, they will work out which politicians ar...
With polls suggesting trust in politicians is low, three political powerhouses unite to unravel the spin and explain what’s really going on in Westminster and beyond.
Every week, they will examine our political leaders and their policies – how they’re written, and how they’re sold to voters – as we prepare for a general election.
With so much at stake, they will work out which politicians ar...
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February 1, 2024 • 2 mins
Young mother and former GB youth swimmer, Alexis Quinn, agrees to enter NHS England psychiatric care following a family tragedy. She could never imagine that her three-day admission will turn into a three-year ordeal. Then undiagnosed with autism, and often the subject of 24-hour surveillance as well as long periods in solitary confinement, Alexis descends to the darkest reaches of locked-in, psychiatric care. There, she encounters...
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July 21, 2023 • 30 mins
Sky News' political editor Beth Rigby is joined by Iain Anderson – the chair of LGBT rights charity Stonewall.
They discuss issues including how trans and women's rights interact, culture wars and trans people in sport.
Email Beth Rigby with your thoughts at bethrigbypodcast@sky.uk
They discuss issues including how trans and women's rights interact, culture wars and trans people in sport.
Email Beth Rigby with your thoughts at bethrigbypodcast@sky.uk
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July 7, 2023 • 39 mins
Sky News' political editor Beth Rigby is joined by editor of the Health Service Journal, Alistair McLellan as the NHS turns 75.
This week Beth has sat down with Health Secretary Steve Barclay and Shadow Health Secretary Wes Streeting to discuss how their respective parties intend to tackle the issues facing the NHS, from strikes to waiting times.
Email Beth Rigby with your thoughts at bethrigbypodcast@sky.uk
This week Beth has sat down with Health Secretary Steve Barclay and Shadow Health Secretary Wes Streeting to discuss how their respective parties intend to tackle the issues facing the NHS, from strikes to waiting times.
Email Beth Rigby with your thoughts at bethrigbypodcast@sky.uk
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June 30, 2023 • 37 mins
Sky News' political editor Beth Rigby is joined by Daily Mirror political editor John Stevens to analyse the week's big stories.
From former Health Secretary Matt Hancock's appearance at the Covid Inquiry, the Court of Appeal ruling the government's plan to send asylum seekers to Rwanda was unlawful and more fallout from the privileges committee report into Boris Johnson and partygate.
Plus, Beth interviews Trainspotting author, Ir...
From former Health Secretary Matt Hancock's appearance at the Covid Inquiry, the Court of Appeal ruling the government's plan to send asylum seekers to Rwanda was unlawful and more fallout from the privileges committee report into Boris Johnson and partygate.
Plus, Beth interviews Trainspotting author, Ir...
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Sky News' political editor Beth Rigby analyses the week's big stories - including the pressure piling on Prime Minister Rishi Sunak to get inflation under control.
And speaks to filmmaker and chair of the Elton John AIDS foundation, David Furnish, about the work the foundation is doing in Ukraine, and the irony of Russian President, Vladimir Putin being an Elton John fan.
Email Beth Rigby with your thoughts on the week's stories at...
And speaks to filmmaker and chair of the Elton John AIDS foundation, David Furnish, about the work the foundation is doing in Ukraine, and the irony of Russian President, Vladimir Putin being an Elton John fan.
Email Beth Rigby with your thoughts on the week's stories at...
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