About this episode

The episode discusses Kemi Badenoch's performances at Prime Minister's Questions and the implications for Reform UK amidst the Labour leadership contest.

With the Labour leadership contest heading towards more of a coronation than a challenge, Nigel and Sarah turn their attention to asking whether Kemi Badenoch's pugnacious performances at Prime Minister's Questions in recent weeks are justified, and delve into the archives to compare her with previous leaders facing an outgoing PM. We also consider whether Nigel Farage's refusal to answer questions about his £5m gift are a growing problem for Reform UK, and whether perhaps the party has peaked in popularity. Presented by Nigel Fletcher and Sarah Southern Produced by the Centre for Opposition Studies Theme Music by Tom Hector

People in this episode

Hosts: Nigel Fletcher, Sarah Southern

Topics covered

• Labour leadership contest
• Prime Minister's Questions
• Kemi Badenoch
• Nigel Farage
• Reform UK
• political analysis

Keywords

• Kemi Badenoch
• Prime Minister's Questions
• Nigel Farage
• Reform UK
• Labour leadership contest
• politics
• government

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Reform UK

Books & works: Pugnacious PMQs

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