Epstein, Mandelson & the PM: Westminster’s Week of Maximum Damage
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Epstein, Mandelson & the PM: Westminster’s Week of Maximum Damage
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Go Radio Politics Show: February 8th, 2026.
This is a catch-up version of Bernard Ponsonby's live, weekly Sunday show on Go Radio.
Bernard is joined by:
John Cooper: MP, Conservative Tommy Sheridan: Alba Party Kokab Stewart: SNP Kay Sillars: UnisonIn this episode of The Go Radio Politics Show with Bernard Ponsonby, the panel dives into one of the most tumultuous political weeks in recent UK history.
With the Prime Minister fighting for survival amid the unprecedented Peter Mandelson–Epstein scandal, the conversation quickly expands into a wider interrogation of political judgement, morality, and the erosion of public trust.
The PM on the Brink
Keir Starmer faces internal revolt as the fallout from appointing Mandelson—despite vetting warnings about ties to Epstein—sparks fury within Labour ranks.
Guests debate whether Starmer can survive and what the scandal reveals about loyalty, judgement, and the broken political culture at Westminster.
Rotten to the Core? — Systemic Accountability & Unelected Power
Tommy Sheridan calls the British system “rotten,” attacking the influence of unelected power brokers like Morgan McSweeney.
John Cooper argues the truth will surface as the police investigation unfolds.
The panel considers whether this marks a historic turning point for the Labour Party — or even the Union.
What About the Monarchy? Andrew Mountbatten‑Windsor’s Fallout
With new revelations about Epstein, questions resurface about Prince Andrew’s conduct and the monarchy’s moral authority.
Is the monarchy remarkably resilient, or is public patience wearing thin?
Prostitution Law: Did Holyrood Miss a Moment?
Heated debate over the rejection of Ash Regan’s bill to criminalise the purchase of sex.
Is this a failure to protect vulnerable women, or was more scrutiny needed?
A deeper look at online exploitation, enforceability, and political willpower.
£40–60 Billion to Fix Westminster?
Parliament needs massive refurbishment; MPs face impossible optics.
The panel weighs symbolism, practicality, public backlash, and whether the Palace of Westminster is even fit for modern democracy.
Should the Commons move? Replace the building entirely? Turn it into a museum?
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