During the latest episode of BBC Question Time, Richard Tice, the deputy leader of Reform UK, faced intense criticism for disputing Donald Trump’s assertion that autism is connected to paracetamol usage during pregnancy. The show, hosted by Fiona Bruce in Bedworth, featured a panel including Lisa Nandy MP, Luke Evans MP, Munira Wilson MP, Billy Bragg, and Richard Tice.
The discussion initially revolved around digital ID cards before shifting to Trump’s controversial statements on autism. Luke Evans, a former GP, emphasized that current scientific evidence does not support any link between autism and paracetamol. Richard Tice concurred with Evans and expressed confusion over Trump’s claims, ultimately dismissing them as incorrect.
As the debate unfolded, Munira and Lisa strongly condemned Trump’s remarks as dangerous and unsubstantiated. Lisa also addressed a heckler who called Tice a liar, defending her colleagues’ integrity and commitment to improving people’s lives.
The episode concluded with a teaser for the next week’s BBC Question Time airing on October 2 in Belfast.