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EPISODE · Mar 6, 2025 · 1H 14M

Grant Shapps, fmr Secretary of Defence: Should the UK continue to support Ukraine | How to Fix the UK Economy | Why the Structure of Government is Broken

from Business of Politics: Political Strategy | Elections | Policy · host Harry Stebbings

Grant Shapps is one of the UK’s most seasoned political operators, having held five cabinet positions, including Defence, Energy, and Transport. From navigating national crises to shaping Britain’s economic and security policies, he’s been at the heart of government decision-making for over a decade.In Today's Episode We Discuss:(00:00) Intro(02:45) Defense Spending and National Security(03:54) How should the UK change Defense spending(10:21) The UK needs to change how we buy weapons(22:30) Should the UK continue to support Ukraine and NATO(23:27) Would Putin would have invaded if Ukraine was part of NATO(32:37) What are the biggest problems facing the UK economy(38:07) Why the UK needs to reduce the role of the State(40:48) Why Government jobs are broken(43:05) Long-Term Planning for the Country(46:41) Are Career Politicians good or bad(47:52) Should MPs be able to have second jobs(49:25) Are MPs paid too little(52:15) How do we fix the broken Energy Sector(01:02:43) Quick-Fire Questions

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