38. Theresa May: Windrush, police, and the cult of personality (Part 1)

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  • 2 October 2023

  • Posted by Alastair Campbell

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What is Theresa May’s biggest regret from her time as Home Secretary? Why was the Hillsborough disaster such an abuse of power? What’s it like to stay on as an MP after occupying the highest office in the land?


On today’s episode of Leading, Rory and Alastair are joined by former Conservative Prime Minister, Theresa May.


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