S3E7: Why our political system is broken and what it costs us - Journalist Ian Dunt

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How do politicians escape accountability for their lies? Why is there wasteful spending on poorly conceived projects that aren’t based on evidence? How has a tax system been created that is more than confusing?

Ian Dunt is a political writer and commentator. He’s a columnist for the i, former Editor of Politics.co.uk and used to host the Remainiacs podcast. He has written a book called ‘How Westminster Works...and Why It Doesn’t’.

Is the UK political system broken beyond repair?

You can buy Ian’s book here: https://amzn.to/4asCi7F

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