Meta whistleblower Sarah Wynn-Williams' lawyer, Ravi Naik, states he's legally prevented from promoting her memoir, "Careless People," following her silent appearance at the Hay Festival. Meta claims the book is defamatory and denies allegations.
Facebook whistleblower Sarah Wynn-Williams was unable to speak at the Hay Festival due to ongoing legal action from Meta. Lawyers advised her against speaking, fearing fines for breaching an emergency legal order. The event highlighted concerns about censorship and corporate power.
Dame Emma Thompson receives Hay Festival Medal for Drama, discussing her literary influences and feminist reflections at Hay-on-Wye festival.
Novelist Ian McEwan stated pessimism is a "bigger problem than climate change" at the Hay Festival. He argued optimism is a "moral duty" and "exercise in rationality." Farmer Minette Batters described extreme weather's impact, calling farming "Russian roulette" due to political uncertainty and lack of clear government plans.
Labour MP Jess Phillips has described her party as sexist, citing its historical lack of permanent female leaders. She noted that while the Conservatives have had three female prime ministers, Labour has never had one, with only acting leaders like Margaret Beckett and Harriet Harman. Phillips also commented on the current political landscape, including potential leadership contests and the need for decency in politics.
Labour MP Jess Phillips has described her party as "sexist" for never having had a permanent female leader. She stated that institutions are led by the patriarchy and that the idea of a woman leader automatically benefiting women is not proven, citing Liz Truss's premiership.
Gisèle Pelicot, a survivor of rape orchestrated by her ex-husband, shared her journey of finding love and hope at the Hay Festival in Wales. She discussed her memoir and advocated for an end to violence against women.
Gisèle Pelicot, a survivor of rape and abuse by her ex-husband, shared her journey of finding love and trust again at the Hay Festival. She spoke about her memoir and her optimism for the future of women.
Newscast podcast episode features discussion on UK's proposed single market for goods trade with EU post-Brexit and the impact of recent elections on Wales. Guests include Zanny Minton Beddoes and Felicity Evans.
