Is the UK political system broken beyond repair? How do politicians escape accountability for their lies? How has a tax system been created that is more than confusing? Ian Dunt is a political writer and commentator who has written a book called ‘How Westminster Works and Why It Doesn’t’. You can buy Ian’s book here: https://amzn.to/4asCi7F 🤝 Improve your finances with our adviser service - book free consultation: https://makingmoney.email/financial-advisors-video 🎉 Sponsors: Hostinger (build your website) - and use the code MakingMoney to get 10% off: https://www.hostinger.com/makingmoney ✉️ Newsletter: If you want a summary from this episode in an easy format, please subscribe to our newsletter: https://makingmoney.email/S3E7 Disclaimer: This is not financial advice. The reason it’s not financial advice is because it’s not tailored to you. We explain the principles of building wealth but if you want personalised advice, it’s worth speaking to a financial advisor. As with everything financial, please do your own research. We really encourage that because no one cares more about your money than you and if you learn the basics then it will change your life. Chapters: 00:00-00:30 - Intro 00:30-08:48 - Why people died after probation was reformed 08:48-16:23 - Why we get the politicians we do 16:23 - 21:33 - How bad is it? 21:33-30:01 - Who can control the government? 30:01-40:30 - Lack of long-term strategy 40:30-48:50 When journalists don’t hold politicians accountable 48:50-53:30 - Does anyone know what they’re doing? 53:30 - 58:28 - What Brexit revealed 58:28-01:07:07 - What happens if Labour get into power 01:07:07- 01:15:00 - Why is the tax system so confusing? 01:15:00 - 01:21:38 - When will things get better?