The Winston Marshall Show

Robert Midgley - Inside The Dirty Deal Threatening The World’s Security

Nov 1, 2025
Robert Midgley, a journalist and spokesperson for the Friends of British Overseas Territories, dives into the potential political scandal surrounding the Chagos Islands. He highlights the staggering cost of handing them over to Mauritius and the implications for British sovereignty and Diego Garcia's strategic military role. Midgley discusses allegations of corruption in negotiations, the long-term impact on the Chagossian people, and the growing influence of the Chinese Communist Party in the region. He stresses the urgent need for greater scrutiny and public engagement on this critical issue.
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Mauritian Scandal During Negotiations

  • Midgley recounts recent Mauritian scandals during negotiations: phone hacking, internet shutdowns, and police raids on the PM's house.
  • He says authorities found suitcases of cash, Rolexes and blank British visas in the prime minister's home.
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Spy Gear Found In Fishing Trawlers

  • Midgley reports Chinese surveillance equipment was found on trawlers near the Chagos marine protected area.
  • He connects that to concerns about foreign intelligence interest as negotiations unfolded.
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Influence Of Legal Activists On Policy

  • Midgley says Philippe Sands influenced Lord Hermy's adoption of the UN CLOS argument and shaped government narrative.
  • He suggests legal activists helped drive the decision to hand sovereignty to Mauritius.
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