# Why the UK isn’t ungovernable – yet

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Podcast: [Electoral Dysfunction](https://stenobird.com/podcast/electoral-dysfunction-5200603)
Published: 2026-05-29T04:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://electoral-dysfunction.captivate.fm
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## Resource

Is the UK on its way to becoming ungovernable? And what does a £5m gift to Nigel Farage from crypto billionaire Christopher Harborne tell us about scrutiny and transparency in British politics? Harriet Harman, Beth Rigby and Ruth Davidson discuss in a special live edition of the pod, recorded at the Hay Festival. Plus, Harriet offers advice to Green Party leader Zack Polanski on how to handle his council tax row - inspired by her own experience being chased by the paparazzi. For a full list of candidates standing in your area, visit the Electoral Commission website. Got a question for the burner phone? WhatsApp 07934 200 444 or email electoraldysfunction@sky.uk .

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