'It's a travesty!' Labour's Britain put on blast as Kemi Badenoch denies country is 'broken'

On 17 January 2026, Kemi Badenoch, UK Home Secretary, appeared on GB News in London and rejected claims that Britain is "broken", a remark originally made by MP Robert Jenrick. The interview followed a wave of criticism that the country was in decline under Labour rule. Television presenter Lizzie Cundy joined the debate, describing the nation’s state as a "travesty" and lambasting the government’s record. Badenoch counter‑ed with evidence of economic recovery, a 1.6% GDP growth in 2025, a 10% drop in inflation from March 2025, and the.Crudely, the discussion remained polarised, reflecting deep split views over Britain’s future.