In this week’s episode, George tackles the Iranian question, discussing the seizure of the Iranian tanker in Gibraltar and the impact of the US’ withdrawal from the nuclear agreement, the upcoming US election candidates and Trump on his autocue faux pas. George is also joined by Brian Travers from British reggae band UB40 and Adam Garrie from Eurasia Future takes questions in regular feature, Ask Adam. Also on the show: Caleb Maupin, Dr. Tom Packer, Patrick Henningsen and listeners' calls. Tune in every Sunday at 2 pm EST| 8 pm CET. You can also tweet George @GeorgeGalloway We'd love to get your feedback at [email protected] … [Read more...] about Iran, US Election Candidates and Trump
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Rachel Johnson and Gavin Esler unveiled as European election candidates for Change UK
JOURNALISTS Rachel Johnston and Gavin Esler are to stand as a European election candidates for Change UK, the pro-remain party set up by The Independent Group. Ms Johnson, whose brother Boris is former British foreign secretary and a prominent Brexiteer, will stand in the South West region. She appeared at an event to launch the party's election campaign in Bristol, joined on stage by the party's MPs and other candidates including former BBC Newsnight presenter Gavin Esler. She said: "I'm sure that Boris understands why this is not a vote against Boris. This is a vote for change. We need to move the dial. People need to have a say." Heidi Allen, interim leader, said 3,700 people had offered to stand for Change UK - The Independent Group in the European elections. She described the candidates as from "every corner of the UK" and from "all walks of life". "We are here to say we stand ready," she said. "These elections are a chance to send the clearest possible message - we demand a … [Read more...] about Rachel Johnson and Gavin Esler unveiled as European election candidates for Change UK
Meet the Reigate & Banstead Local Election candidates
New ward boundaries mean that every seat in every ward is up for election on Reigate and Banstead Borough Council (RBBC) in May. Currently, the Conservatives hold a commanding majority with 39 of the council's 50 seats. Residents' Associations in Nork and Tattenhams are second with a combined six councillors. Each ward will be electing three councillors, meaning that residents will be required to vote for three candidates. The new makeup of RBBC will consist of 45 councillors. Polls open at 7am on May 2 and close at 10pm, with the votes counted the next day. In addition, seats on Horley Town Council and on Salfords and Sidlow Parish Council will be contested so residents in those areas will have more choices to make. Just for fun... These were the most commonly used words in the Reigate and Banstead election bios (story continued below). Below are all the candidates who are standing for election in each ward. SurreyLive gave them 100 words (they've been cut off if they've gone … [Read more...] about Meet the Reigate & Banstead Local Election candidates
Local election candidates feel wrath of Brexit on the doorsteps of Milton Keynes
Local election candidates are holding their breath as Brexit rears its head on the doorsteps. As politicians in 19 wards across the city seek voters’ approval to represent them for four years on Milton Keynes Council, there’s uncertainty as to whether this means a protest vote on May 2 against the main parties, or whether people will stay at home. Pro no-deal Brexit party, the UK Independence Party (UKIP) believes the wind is in their sails. They have six candidates in the upcoming council poll.Jeff Wyatt, who is standing for UKIP in Stony Stratford, said: “Brexit is on everybody’s lips. Milton Keynes was very slightly a leave town at the referendum and people are very disappointed in our treacherous Prime Minister and the hypocrite Jeremy Corbyn.“Trust in the Conservatives, who said Brexit means Brexit, is at a major low and traditional Labour voters see their leader as a hypocrite because he used to oppose membership of the EU. It’s creating the … [Read more...] about Local election candidates feel wrath of Brexit on the doorsteps of Milton Keynes
Residents tell election candidates: ‘We need our green lung’
Residents fighting plans to build more than 1,300 homes on the city’s ‘green lungs’ have called on election candidates to listen to their concerns. Stoke-on-Trent City Council’s proposal to earmark open space at Berryhill for new housing, under the joint local plan, sparked anger last year – and led to the formation of a campaign group. Save Berryhill Fields Action Group invited candidates standing in May’s council elections, as well as political group leaders, to their latest meeting on Friday. Action group members vowed to carry on fighting the proposals – all the way to the top if necessary. Conservative group leader Abi Brown and Labour group leader Mohammed Pervez addressed the meeting, but City Independents leader Ann James was not in attendance. Dave Burgess, vice-chairman of the action group, said: “Our action group is gaining momentum. We are committed to continue fighting for this precious green space and we will go all the … [Read more...] about Residents tell election candidates: ‘We need our green lung’