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May 2025
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167. Should We Care That Indian Workers ...

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What are the numbers behind the new trade deal between India and the UK? Have the Conservatives lost all economic common sense? Will it matter to voters whether Reform UK’s economic policies are bonkers? Robert and Steph discuss these questions and more. We appreciate your feedback on The Rest Is Money to help make the podcast and our partnerships bett ... Show More
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