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Ruth Davidson and the fight on the right

Martin Geissler speaks to Ruth Davidson about the future of the Conservative party and beating Nigel Farage鈥檚 Reform UK.

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Baroness Ruth Davidson (pictured) led the Scottish Conservatives between 2011 and 2019.

In the face of rising support for Nigel Farage鈥檚 Reform UK, she tells us why she is launching a new political movement.

Scotcast is the 麻豆社鈥檚 Scottish news podcast. This episode is hosted by Martin Geissler.

Get in touch: scotcast@bbc.co.uk

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