Remembrance, Budget Dilemmas, Tactical Voting and the Call for Electoral Change

The Go Radio Politics Show with Bernard Ponsonby

Go Radio Politics Show: November 9th, 2025

This is a catch-up version of Bernard Ponsonby's live, weekly Sunday show on Go Radio.

Guests:

Susan Murray: Scottish Liberal Democrat MP (Mid Dumbartonshire)

Ian Blackford: Former Westminster leader of the Scottish National Party

Irene Graham: Former Labour Councillor, Glasgow

Remembrance Reflections: The panel explores the evolving meaning of Remembrance Sunday, the symbolism of red and white poppies, and generational shifts in how sacrifice is honoured.

Veteran Support & Accountability: A powerful segment on the gaps in support for veterans, including housing, mental health, and the provocative idea of trade union representation for armed forces personnel.

Budget Blues & Manifesto Mayhem: Rachel Reeves’ pre-budget manoeuvres spark concern over a potential breach of Labour’s tax promises, with major implications for Scotland’s block grant and the SNP’s budget planning.

Tactical Voting & Reform UK’s Rise: With Reform UK surging in the polls, the panel discusses the ethics and impact of tactical voting, and whether it’s a necessary evil to block parties seen as divisive.

Electoral Reform Debate: The episode closes with a robust discussion on the need for voting reform, including calls for the Single Transferable Vote (STV) and a more representative democracy in both Westminster and Holyrood.

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