Chopper's Political Podcast | GB News
Chopper's Political Podcast | GB News

Chopper's Political Podcast | GB News

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Sit back, pour yourself a drink and join GB News' Political Editor Christopher Hope at his regular table in a Westminster pub where he will discuss the latest insider political intrigue and gossip with everyone from popstars to politicians. New episodes released every Friday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Farage's Reform 'will implode on first contact with reality' rather than form a successful government, says Sir Geoffrey Cox
DEC 19, 2025
Farage's Reform 'will implode on first contact with reality' rather than form a successful government, says Sir Geoffrey Cox
Beat the system with TallyMoney. Gold you can spend. Discover more here: https://click.tallymoney.com/A64P/df08xa5e #adReform UK "will implode on the first contact with reality, like a bubble blown from a child's wand" rather than form a government able to run the country successfully, a former Conservative Cabinet minister has said.Sir Geoffrey Cox, Attorney General between 2018 and 2020, said that Reform did not have the "regimental tradition to be able to face the enemy".Critics say that Reform could not match the Tories for the necessary organisation and experienced leaders to set up and run a Government if as polls suggest it wins the next general election, expected in 2029.Cox, 65, told today's Chopper's Political Podcast: "Reform will implode on the first contact with reality, like a bubble blown from a child's wand. "It simply won't be able to maintain the discipline and coherence that will be required to fulfill this mission. I respect a lot of those in it. I like a lot of them, but you need regimental tradition to be able to face the enemy."The purchase of gold and investment in bullion is not FCA regulated nor do they benefit from the protections of the Financial Services Compensation Scheme or the Financial Ombudsman Service. The value of your investment can go down as well as up. Consider the risks involved before choosing to invest. This card is issued by Transact Payments Limited pursuant to licence by Mastercard International Incorporated  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Digital ID tyranny? MP warns Britain sleepwalking into state control at hands of Starmer
DEC 12, 2025
Digital ID tyranny? MP warns Britain sleepwalking into state control at hands of Starmer
Beat the system with TallyMoney. Gold you can spend. Discover more here: https://click.tallymoney.com/A64P/df08xa5e #adChristopher Hope speaks with Labour MP Samantha Niblett and Conservative MP Damian Hinds about the government’s developing plans for a UK digital identity system. The discussion covers public concerns about privacy, data security, state overreach, and the potential impact on public services, immigration enforcement, and trust in government institutions.The episode also examines rural policy, farming and inheritance tax reforms, as well as community initiatives surrounding men’s mental health. Additional topics include the role of technology in public service delivery, historic debates on national identity systems, and comparisons with previous attempts to introduce ID cards in the United Kingdom.This podcast provides an in-depth look at competing political views, the evolving policy landscape, and the implications for citizens as the government begins consultation on digital identification proposals.The purchase of gold and investment in bullion is not FCA regulated nor do they benefit from the protections of the Financial Services Compensation Scheme or the Financial Ombudsman Service. The value of your investment can go down as well as up. Consider the risks involved before choosing to invest. This card is issued by Transact Payments Limited pursuant to licence by Mastercard International Incorporated.#DigitalID #UKNews #UKPolitics Keep up to date with GB News at gbnews.com or on X @GBNEWSSupport GB News by becoming a member from just £5 per month: https://gbnews.com/support Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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