Ahmed Yacoub
Local political organiser and controversial activist central to the 'Gaza independents' movement in Birmingham, appearing frequently in local campaigning and interviews in this episode.
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May 7, 2026 • 47min
SPECIAL REPORT: An election like no other in Birmingham
Ahmed Yacoub, a local political organiser linked to the 'Gaza independents' movement, discusses Birmingham’s volatile election scene. He talks about mobilising young independent candidates and the rise of a new local political force. Short, sharp conversations cover controversies around rhetoric, the risk of sectarian politics, and how mainstream parties are losing ground.
