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Westminster Hour: 12/05/2024

12/05/2024

BBC Radio 4 - Westminster Hour, 12/05/2024

Leila Nathoo and guests discuss Natalie Elphicke's defection to Labour and workers' rights

Leila Nathoo discusses Natalie Elphicke's defection and workers' rights with Labour Party chair, Anneliese Dodds, Conservative MP Sir Conor Burns and political strategist Jo Tanner.

Leila Nathoo's guests are the Conservative MP Sir Conor Burns; Labour Party Chair and Shadow Minister for Women and Equalities, Anneliese Dodds; and political strategist and communications expert, Jo Tanner. They discuss Natalie Elphicke's defection from the Tories, Labour's plans for workers' rights, and the government's attempts to tackle rough sleeping. Jessica Elgot - deputy political editor of The Guardian - brings expert insight and analysis. The programme also includes a report by Sam Francis on the mental health challenges facing MPs - including working in an antiquated building.

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