In this week’s episode Chris Wright is joined by: The Independent Member of Parliament for Great Yarmouth, Rupert Lowe, political commentator Lee Harris, and finally broadcast journalist and writer, Anna McGovern. 

The panel discusses Trump’s tariffs, UK-US trade, Labour’s role in trade decisions, and the civil service’s influence on policy. They explore trade opportunities, EU policies, economic challenges, AI’s impact on jobs, and the need for political reform and better representation as the UK heads toward future elections.

Topics:

• Trump's tariffs are seen as detrimental to global trade.
• The UK is viewed as a sovereign nation post-Brexit.
• There are strategic opportunities for the UK amidst trade wars.
• The Labour Party's response to tariffs is uncertain.
• The civil service is perceived as ineffective and unaccountable.
• Political reform is necessary to address the two-party system in the UK.
• The panel believes that the British public is aware of their declining standard of living.
• There is skepticism about the Labour Party's ability to make smart trade decisions.
• The importance of respecting the 2016 Brexit vote is emphasized.
• The future of UK trade relations remains uncertain. The UK is facing higher tariffs compared to other countries entering the US market.
• Trade wars create a challenging environment with no clear winners.
• There are significant opportunities for the UK to negotiate better trade deals post-Brexit.
• The current government is perceived as failing to address economic challenges effectively.
• AI is transforming job markets, making it harder for graduates to find employment.
• The political landscape is shifting, with increasing public demand for change.
• The two-party system in the UK is seen as ineffective and outdated.
• Public sentiment is growing for a third party to emerge as a viable option.

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