Interviews with politicians
Interviewing politicians is important because it provides the public with insight into their policies, decision-making processes, and values. Through interviews, politicians have the opportunity to explain their positions on various issues, address concerns, and present their vision for the future. These interviews also allow the public to hold politicians accountable for their actions and promises. By asking tough questions and delving into important topics, journalists can help uncover the truth and provide voters with the information they need to make informed decisions during elections. Additionally, interviews with politicians can serve as a means of fostering transparency and open dialogue, which are essential components of a functioning democracy.
Sir Vince Cable
Sir Vince retired after 20 years as MP for Twickenham, including as Coalition Cabinet Minister and Lib Dem Party Leader.
Along with holding various academic positions at the LSE, Nottingham University and St Mary’s and Honorary Fellowships at Fitzwilliam College Cambridge and the City Lit, Vince is Director of the Hydrogen infrastructure company, Element 2, campaigns as Vice-President of the European Movement, and was recently appointed Freeman of the City of London.
William Waldegrave
William Arthur Waldegrave, Baron Waldegrave of North Hill PC is a British Conservative Party politician who served as a Cabinet minister from 1990 until 1997, and is a life member of the Tory Reform Group. Since 1999, he has been a life peer in the House of Lords.
Julian Hunt
Julian Charles Roland Hunt, Baron Hunt of Chesterton CB FRS is a British meteorologist who was the Director General and Chief Executive of the British Meteorological Office from 1992 to 1997. He was made a Life peer of the Labour Party by Tony Blair in 2000 where he sat until 30th October 2021.
Lord Simon McDonald
Simon Gerard McDonald, Baron McDonald of Salford, GCMG, KCVO is a British former diplomat who was the Permanent Under-Secretary at the Foreign and Commonwealth Office and Head of the Diplomatic Service until September 2020.
Stanley Wong
Stanley Wong was a Hong Kong-based politician.