Jake Berry
The Catalyst
Ideas with a spark, energy, range and the ability to start things.
Jake Berry is a Member of Parliament who advocates for significant reforms to address the needs of his constituents in the north of England. This interview highlights his commitment to driving change and his belief in the power of collective action among northern MPs to achieve their goals.
“I don't accept the premise that it would destroy the job, so I think we have a huge opportunity to rebuild large parts of our industrial base across the north of England, but I'm not suggesting that people start going working in coal mines or coking plants.”
“Well, I mean, you know, number one, he's a mate, and I stick by my mates. I think that's something that we all recognize, I'm sure we all stick by our mates. But he does undid have a compelling vision for the North. In fact, it's the stock that everyone bought in the 2019 general election.”
“You're well briefed, but you're not quite as well brief as United States. So actually, we had three. I was having that conversation with the Prime Minister holding my wonderful daughter, who at the time was five days old. Look, I mean, it's great for colleagues and what have you.”
“Would or would not take this job? Well, this is the BBC come up, we've got to maintain some decoring. But look, loads of listeners will have been in a similar situation.”
Political Thinking with Nick Robinson — The Jake Berry One
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