Category: Speeches

  • Deborah Meaden – 2026 Comments on Keir Starmer

    Deborah Meaden – 2026 Comments on Keir Starmer

    The comments made by Deborah Meaden on 15 July 2026.

    I was with him [Keir Starmer] yesterday amongst so many who he has supported by challenging the system and introducing laws to prevent and protect…I observed total respect and a sense of loss and I observed his humanity, dedication, and grace in Departure. I believe my eyes, ears and those who actually know above the Tittle Tattle and name calling of foreign influence and those who simply serve to bring down. We have lost a good man with good intent, We will know that too soon.

  • Alastair Campbell – 2026 Comments on Nigel Farage Being Treated as a Politician

    Alastair Campbell – 2026 Comments on Nigel Farage Being Treated as a Politician

    The comments made by Alistair Campbell on 14 July 2026.

    No he is not [being treated as a war criminal]. Farage, finally, is being treated as a politician rather than a cheeky chappy commentator. He got away with so much for so long he thought he could do anything for ever. The main problem for him is that nobody thinks anyone ever gives a politician five million quid for nothing. His excuses have made it worse. And however hard Jenrick protests you just need to scroll through posts of Reform senior figures since Ann Widdecombe’s murder to see they have indeed been seeking to exploit it both to shift the narrative/avoid continuing questions over the money, and to claim they are treated unfairly by “the establishment” (basically anyone who isn’t a Farage fan) They would be wise to let the police do their job without making it harder than it already is.

  • John Redwood – 2026 Comments on Higher Taxation

    John Redwood – 2026 Comments on Higher Taxation

    The comments made by John Redwood on 14 July 2026.

    Rumours of higher taxes on capital gains and higher incomes is speeding more of the wealthy to leave the UK. If government wants to get more tax from the rich it needs to levy at rates people will stay to pay. People with plenty of money can afford air fares and a new home.

  • Owen Jones – 2026 Comments on Ann Widdecombe and Nigel Farage

    Owen Jones – 2026 Comments on Ann Widdecombe and Nigel Farage

    The comments made by Owen Jones on 13 July 2026.

    It’s very obvious what Nigel Farage is doing with the murder of Ann Widdecombe.

    He wants to shut down scrutiny of himself and his fellow Reform politicians by claiming that holding any of them to account threatens their personal safety.

  • Zarah Sultana – 2026 Comments on Andy Burnham and Gaza

    Zarah Sultana – 2026 Comments on Andy Burnham and Gaza

    The comments made by Zarah Sultana, the Your Party MP for Coventry South on 11 July 2026.

    Andy Burnham said nothing when Keir Starmer said Israel had the right to cut off water, food and electricity to Gaza.

    He refuses to call it a genocide.

    He refuses to back an end to all arms sales to Israel.

    He refuses to commit to arresting Israeli war criminals if they set foot on British soil.

    He refuses to support the deproscription of Palestine Action.

    The nice guy act and mealy-mouthed words don’t cut it when, as Prime Minister, he will be complicit in the genocide of the Palestinian people.

    Our movement will not stop until Palestine is free, from the river to the sea.

  • Adam Boulton – 2026 Apology over Ann Widdecombe Comments

    Adam Boulton – 2026 Apology over Ann Widdecombe Comments

    The comments made by Adam Boulton on 11 July 2026.

    I was seriously wrong and insensitive in one of the several media appearances I made yesterday in reaction to the death of Ann Widdecombe. I got the timing and tone of my initial word portrait of her wrong.

    Of course I shared, and share, the horror at her murder and the respect for her remarkable and feisty political career. I also know that many people loved her for her subsequent showbiz stardom. Her untimely death is a horrible thing.

    My mistaken view was that in the context of rolling news coverage, I was being asked to contribute as an obituarist who has known her and interacted with her since the 1980s. This approach was premature. At no point was I expressing my personal feelings about her, that’s not what I do.

    I was discussing her life in the round, based on the record of known facts and what she has said about herself, along with some recollections of our personal interactions. My choice of words on the spur of the moment was clumsy. I did not intend to offend though obviously I did.

  • Keir Starmer – 2026 Comments Following the Death of Ann Widdecombe

    Keir Starmer – 2026 Comments Following the Death of Ann Widdecombe

    The comments made by Keir Starmer, the Prime Minister, on 10 July 2026.

    The whole country will be utterly shocked by the awful news about the circumstances of Ann Widdecombe’s death.

    Today we come together across the political divide and I pay tribute to Ann’s dedication during her many years of public service.

    My thoughts and deepest condolences are with Ann’s family and friends.

  • Ed Davey – 2026 Comments Following the Death of Ann Widdecombe

    Ed Davey – 2026 Comments Following the Death of Ann Widdecombe

    The comments made by Ed Davey, the Leader of the Liberal Democrats, on 10 July 2026.

    I’m really shocked and distressed at the news about Ann Widdecombe.

    She was a woman of deep faith who devoted her life to public service. The idea that she could have been murdered is truly horrifying.

    My thoughts and prayers are with her family and all who loved her, as they come to terms with this unthinkable news

  • Peter Tatchell – 2026 Apology After Mocking Death of Ann Widdecombe

    Peter Tatchell – 2026 Apology After Mocking Death of Ann Widdecombe

    The comments made by Peter Tatchell on 10 July 2026.

    I apologise for my insensitive comments about Ann Widdecombe’s death

    Nobody deserves to die, no matter what they believe in

    My sincere condolences to Ann’s family & friends

    I support the police investigation & want justice for Ann

  • Stella Creasy – 2026 Comments Following the Death of Ann Widdecombe

    Stella Creasy – 2026 Comments Following the Death of Ann Widdecombe

    The comments made by Stella Creasy on 10 July 2026.

    o one can deny Ann Widdecombe was a towering presence in our politics who fought for what she thought was right with determination and eloquence.

    You don’t have to agree with those views to recognise that contribution and feel for those who have lost a friend, as well as be shocked to hear of these developments.