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Dining across the divide: ‘At one point she said, “I don’t want to offend you, but you seem quite privileged”’

A trainee accountant and a company director had differing views on opportunities for young people, but could they find common ground on the new prime minister? Want to meet someone from across the divide? Click here to find out how

Dining across the divide: ‘At one point she said, “I don’t want to offend you, but you seem quite privileged”’

TL;DR

  • Margaret, a trainee accountant, and Clare, a company director, met for dinner to discuss their differing views.
  • They discussed their opinions on Kemi Badenoch and the new prime minister, finding some surprising agreements.
  • The conversation touched on opportunities for young people, housing, and women's rights, highlighting their contrasting experiences and perspectives.
  • Both agreed on the importance of meeting people from different backgrounds and finding common ground.