Carol Vorderman: The election interview | General Election 2024

Will tactical voting influence the result of the 2024 general election? Is the British media as sexist as it was? What's the future of GB News?

Carol Vorderman is a broadcaster and writer, increasingly willing to speak politically. Now a vocal critic of the Conservative government, she wants voters to ditch party allegiances and vote for whoever has the best chance of beating the Tories in their constituency.

Journalist: Ava Santina
Camera: Lucie Carter, Sam Sharrocks

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[allanschramm]

I think that many of the world’s problems began when we started to treat “politician “ as a profession rather than an honour.

[suzanneholland]

Love this. Didn't know much about Carol Vordernman before, apart from she was on Countdown. But this is great. She speaks with honesty and sense and with humour too. Fabulous.

[vintagethings]

I worked with Carol years ago, and she was a lovely person then. I’m so happy for her current entry into the politics of the moment. She speaks with so much clarity and intelligence and has a great public profile. 👏👏👏👏

[llvfcfj]

Brought down inflation! is that why fuel prices, food, utility, mortgages, services etc have sky rocked and once they are up, they aren't coming down to earth.

[jeffsuter]

Let's repllicate what happened to the Conservative party in Canada from ruling party to just 3 MPs.

[alfresco]

Spot on, Carol. The Tories don't go into politics to serve and better the nation. They go into politics to further their business interests.

[rebeccahands]

I love Carol and i’m excited for this! LOVE her Things can only get better!!!

[rickwilmot]

I'm in Mid Dorset & North Poole. I will vote tactically, hold my nose and vote LD. Keep up the good work, Carol.

[philipcowling]

Carol proving once again that she is a tour de force on so many levels. Total and absolute respect to this strong minded and intelligent woman

[discostu]

Carol, in 34 seconds only, you have said everything I feel about these people. GET THEM OUT people!!

[BilltheBasset]

Carol, you are my hero. Thank you for all you do.

[peterknowles]

Love what you are doing Carol. You are a deservedly, wealthy, self made individual, who could quietly go into retirement.However, you have the integrity to use your celebrity position to help those less well off and point out the corruption of the last 14 years.

[justyhawk]

Sounds good to me, lets get these liars and selfservatives out of here.

[gentleeventful]

I completely agree with you. I want the party to cease to exist.

[zaneclone]

For anyone who thinks a BIG drop in seats is unlikely- remember Cleggy's 57 to 8 seats in 2015...
That was a drop from 6.8 million votes in 2010 to 2.4 million.
Something of that nature would do nicely for the Tories...

[georgeholmer]

NOTHING is as crucial for a fairer, better UK than PR. This is your chance, go for it.

[normanchristie]

I am an 80 year old man AND I HAVEN'T CARED for thirty years! Tories OUT!

[christopherhazelwood]

Indeed. Since 1979, having grown up during the Thatcher era, I have endured the policies of privileged, privately educated, self-serving, and condescending Conservative politicians. I believe it is time for a change. #StrategicVoting #VoteTactically Best wishes to Carol! 🤩

[eammm]

I like her :) She is fighting for a cause! A good cause. Well done Carol!

[carolynwestwood]

From the ads I've just seen before this, sponsored by the Conservatives of course, they really are making themselves a laughing stock!