Bedste UK Politics-podcasts (2025)

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The rise of the "super-council" - plus, assisted dying interview with Kim Leadbeater 28:13

2d ago28:13

28:13

Are local council changes "an attack on democracy"? Rachel Cunliffe and Megan Kenyon join Hannah Barnes to discuss changes to the rules governing local elections, which Ed Davey and Nigel Farage have attacked as anti-democratic. They answer a listener question about why their local council can "delay my right to vote". Also in this episode, Megan K…

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Trump's Ukraine Move: How the US is Reshaping Europe's Security 13:16

3d ago13:16

13:16

The US President has spoken to Russia's Vladimir Putin and agreed to negotiate an end to the war in Ukraine. US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has insisted the move is not a "betrayal" of America's Nato's allies. Our European security reporter Andrea Palasciano reports from the ministerial meeting in Brussels, which the UK's John Healey is attendin…

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Is the assisted dying bill doomed? – Politics Weekly UK 31:50

3d ago31:50

31:50

The spotlight was back on the assisted dying bill this week after it was revealed that the requirement for a high court judge to decide on cases was to be scrapped. Those in favour of assisted dying say the change will make it safer, but does it undermine trust in the bill? Gaby Hinsliff, in for John Harris, talks to our deputy political editor, Je…

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Trump’s Gaza Gambit & Britain’s Colonial Reckoning 53:51

9d ago53:51

53:51

This episode of Mid Atlantic tackles two seismic geopolitical issues shaping transatlantic discourse. First, Donald Trump’s alarming suggestion that the U.S. should take control of Gaza sparks global outrage, raising questions about America’s stance on foreign intervention and human rights. The panel—featuring host Royfield Brown, progressive organ…

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A Labour crash is coming 29:52

3d ago29:52

29:52

Keir Starmer is making a radical shift to appease Reform and "blue labour". "There has been a conservative revolution going on around the world," says Andrew Marr - and it leaves Keir Starmer with some hard choices. Andrew joins Hannah Barnes to explain why the prime minister is making a "handbrake turn", and how a new group of MPs known as Blue La…

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Who should decide how our children are taught? 22:22

4d ago22:22

22:22

The freedoms that the UK's academy schools have been granted could be curtailed. Labour's Children's Wellbeing and Schools Bill proposes centralising and standardising decision making across state schools in the UK. The Education Secretary, Bridget Phillipson, claims this will improve conditions for every student across the country. Katharine Birba…

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Worse than the Weather: Upbeat Growth Forecast Stands Out Amid Gloom 13:12

4d ago13:12

13:12

Bloomberg has learned that Rachel Reeves has received the latest economic forecast from the Office for Budget Responsibility, and it's not good. The fiscal watchdog has downgraded growth, putting the Chancellor at risk of breaking her fiscal rules. The National Institute of Economic and Social Research has a more upbeat view. We hear from Niesr's S…

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Tariff Talk: UK Hopes For US Deal As EU Vows Response 13:06

5d ago13:06

13:06

The EU says it’s ready to retaliate to US tariffs on steel and aluminium imports. But the UK is pursuing a different strategy, seeking to avoid the levies altogether. We discuss the diverging strategies with our Brussels Bureau Chief Kevin Whitelaw. Hosted by Yuan Potts and Stephen Carroll. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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How can we trust what we see online? | Sponsored 20:04

5d ago20:04

20:04

The rapid rise of generative AI has revolutionised creativity while also raising significant challenges. The rapid rise of generative AI has revolutionised creativity while also raising significant challenges. In this episode, we explore how responsible innovation can reduce misinformation's impact and protect creators. Host Jon Bernstein is joined…

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Can Kemi and Keir combat the rise of Reform UK? – Politics Weekly Westminster 26:01

6d ago26:01

26:01

As Reform UK creeps up the polls, Pippa Crerar and Kiran Stacey look at how the Conservatives and Labour are responding to the threat from Nigel Farage’s party. Plus, will the government’s efforts to show voters it is serious about tackling illegal migration cut through? Send your questions and feedback to [email protected]. Help sup…

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Words Matter: Labour MPs Apologise For "Unacceptable" Messages 12:18

6d ago12:18

12:18

Junior health minister Andrew Gwynne has been sacked and suspended from the party for posting what he described as "completely unacceptable" messages in a WhatsApp chat with other Labour colleagues. A second Labour MP, Oliver Ryan, has also apologised for his comments in the group. The party has announced an investigation. We discuss with Bloomberg…

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Trump's Florida Project: how the Sunshine State became the centre of power 28:30

6d ago28:30

28:30

Ten years ago the sunshine state was mainly known for its outlandish stereotypes: swamps, gators, retirees, Disneyland all the time. But now power is shifting. How did that state that was once the political joke of America become the nation’s centre of power? Tom Gatti is joined by Gary Mormino author of Land of Sunshine, State of Dreams: A Social …

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How America runs Britain 30:06

9d ago30:06

30:06

US investment already owns much of the British high street. Are "ignorant" politicians "selling the UK down the river"? As Donald Trump announces new tariffs on trading partners around the world, Hannah Barnes and Rachel Cunliffe are joined by Angus Hanton, author of Vassal State, to explore how the UK economy is, in many ways, "in thrall" to the U…

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Special episode: Behind the scenes of David Lammy’s Ukraine trip 25:28

9d ago25:28

25:28

Almost three years after Russia invaded Ukraine, what is the situation like on the ground in Kyiv? And is there a path to peace? Pippa Crerar travelled to the war-ravaged country with the foreign secretary to find out. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspodAf The Guardian

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Going Nuclear: Government Moves To Boost Energy Investment, Eventually 13:17

10d ago13:17

13:17

The UK is set to ease the rules around where nuclear power plants can be built in a bid to revitalise the sector and encourage investment. It's part of the government's plans to boost economic growth, while also pursuing ambitious decarbonization targets. But when will this plan yield any results? We discuss with Bloomberg's energy reporter Will Ma…

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Does Morgan McSweeney really run Labour? 27:57

10d ago27:57

27:57

Andrew Marr is joined by the authors of Get In: The Inside Story of Labour Under Starmer, Gabriel Pogrund and Patrick Maguire. But while this is ostensibly the story of Starmer's Labour, who really runs the party behind the scenes? Sign up to the New Statesman's daily politics newsletter: Morning Call Submit a question for a future episode: You Ask…

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Starmer’s diplomatic dance with Trump and the EU – Politics Weekly UK 30:49

10d ago30:49

30:49

Keir Starmer is treading a fine line as he avoids picking sides between the EU and US. But with Donald Trump saying he wants to ‘take over’ Gaza and threatening to impose tariffs on the EU, can the prime minister really keep both on side? John Harris asks Prof Anand Menon, director of UK in a Changing Europe, and Guardian columnist Gaby Hinsliff Se…

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Cash for Chagos: Mauritius Payments Cause Cabinet Concer 13:15

11d ago13:15

13:15

Mauritius' recently-elected Prime Minister has suggested the UK would double its payments to retain a military base on the Chagos islands, once London cedes control of the archipelago. The prospect of paying billion of pounds more under a re-negotiated deal is causing concern among ministers, at a time when the Treasury is looking for savings. We d…

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"It's guided by six rats": The battle for a life-changing drug 28:46

11d ago28:46

28:46

For some with epilepsy, valproate is the only medication which can control their seizures. But for decades women say they were not made aware of the risk this drug posed for their unborn children. Today we know around 11% of the children born to women who take valproate during pregnancy have major congenital disorders. 30-40% experience other condi…

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Jeremy Hunt on Trump and the Tories’ future – Politics Weekly Special 19:08

12d ago19:08

19:08

Pippa Crerar and Kiran Stacey chat to the veteran Conservative MP Jeremy Hunt about how to handle Donald Trump’s trade wars, his new life in opposition, and what’s next for the Tories. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspodAf The Guardian

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Déjà Vu: Austerity Looms as Government Plans Budget Freezes 13:03

12d ago13:03

13:03

Bloomberg has learned that the Treasury has told several government departments to prepare for their budgets to be frozen in cash terms, ahead of a major spending review in June. Such a freeze would mean real-terms spending cuts, creating a political dilemma for the Chancellor Rachel Reeves. We discuss with our economics reporter Tom Rees. Hosted b…

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Back to Brexit – Politics Weekly Westminster 23:03

13d ago23:03

23:03

Pippa Crerar and Kiran Stacey discuss Keir Starmer’s trip to Brussels this week, as he attempts a post-Brexit reset. But how risky is seeking closer ties with the EU when Donald Trump is threatening a trade war?. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspodAf The Guardian

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Tug Of War: UK Dodges Trump's Tariffs, For Now 13:09

13d ago13:09

13:09

Donald Trump has pledged to impose tariffs on the European Union after announcing sweeping measures on Canada, China and Mexico over the weekend. The UK has been spared for now, as the US President said he was “getting along very well" with Keir Starmer. As the Prime Minister heads to Brussels, how will his plans for closer ties with the EU change …

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How do you solve a problem like Margaret Thatcher? 28:05

13d ago28:05

28:05

In 1989, following the shock resignation of the chancellor, Nigel Lawson, Margaret Thatcher sat down with veteran broadcaster, friend, and former Labour MP Brian Walden for a 45 minute interview. It was a disastrous encounter for Thatcher, that ultimately spelled the beginning of the end of her 10 years in power – a year later she resigned. The sto…

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Returning to Labour is John McDonnell's "greatest wish" 19:19

16d ago19:19

19:19

Last week marked the end of the sanctioned 6 month whip removal of 7 Labour MPs who voted against the two-child benefit cap in July. Andrew Marr is joined by one of them, John Mcdonnell MP for Hayes and Harlington to ask - what next? Sign up to the New Statesman's daily politics newsletter: Morning Call Submit a question for a future episode: You A…

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Trump’s Executive Orders, UK Immigration, and the AI Power-Shift 57:43

16d ago57:43

57:43

This episode of Mid-Atlantic examines the latest political and economic turmoil on both sides of the Atlantic. In the US, Trump’s sweeping executive orders, including plans for an immigration detention center at Guantanamo Bay, signal a hard-line second-term agenda. His tariffs threaten global trade, while his federal appointments prioritize loyalt…

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Are Labour "clutching at straws" on growth? 24:32

17d ago24:32

24:32

Rachel Reeves' latest growth speech has failed to convince one curious listener. George Eaton and Rachel Cunliffe join Hannah Barnes for a special listener questions episode. They tackle your questions on Labour's latest intervention on growth, which George describes as an "attempt" at a vibe shift. They also discuss whether Keir Starmer and Rachel…

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Does the Chancellor Mean Business? Evaluating Reeves' Growth Plans 13:18

17d ago13:18

13:18

The Chancellor Rachel Reeves answers Bloomberg's questions about when we'll see results from her plans to boost growth. We also have reaction from business leaders: Snap's EMEA President Ronan Harris for a view from the tech world; Andy Briggs, CEO of Phoenix, one of the UK's largest pension funds; and Shevaun Haviland, Director General of the Brit…

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Fury over Reeves’ climate climbdown – Politics Weekly UK 30:46

17d ago30:46

30:46

In her big plan to get the economy growing again the chancellor, Rachel Reeves, has prioritised growth over almost everything else. But at what cost? John Harris speaks to the Labour MP Clive Lewis about concerns that climate action is taking a back seat. Plus, the columnist Gaby Hinsliff talks us through whether the party’s quest for growth will w…

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Ready for Takeoff: Rachel Reeves' Runway For Growth 15:46

18d ago15:46

15:46

The Chancellor Rachel Reeves has announced her much-anticipated plan to boost economic growth, including backing a third runway at London's Heathrow airport. We bring you a round-up of the announcements and analysis from our Chief UK Economist Dan Hanson. Hosted by Stephen Carroll and Caroline Hepker. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informa…

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Beg, borrow or steel 35:00

19d ago35:00

35:00

Last year Scunthorpe’s two blast furnaces Queen Anne and Queen Bess became the last remaining primary steelmaking facility in the UK. However there were reports that those facilities were soon to be mothballed - 2,500 jobs lost before Christmas. Despite those reports, smoke is still rising from the Scunthorpe Steelworks and talks about its future a…

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Growth, Growth, Growth: Keir Starmer Talks Business At Bloomberg 13:16

19d ago13:16

13:16

The Prime Minister made his case to business leaders at Bloomberg's London HQ this morning. The discussions are the latest step in efforts to drum up support from industry for government's growth plan, ahead of a key speech by the Chancellor tomorrow. We bring you our conversation with the Prime Minister, and commentary from Ark Invest CEO Cathie W…

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Trump speaks with Starmer, and Reeves tries to reset – Politics Weekly Westminster 23:36

20d ago23:36

23:36

Pippa Crerar and Kiran Stacey talk through what Keir Starmer’s first phone call with Donald Trump since the inauguration means for the ‘special relationship’. Also, as the chancellor, Rachel Reeves, prepares for a big speech on growth, does she have any new plans to boost the economy? And will they work?. Help support our independent journalism at …

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Look Who's Talking: Keir Starmer Walks Trump's Tightrope 13:22

20d ago13:22

13:22

President Trump and Keir Starmer had their first phone call since the inauguration, discussing trade and a meeting of the two leaders "soon". With Trump calling the Prime Minister "a very good person", how hopeful can the UK be of a strong relationship with the new White House? This after Trump threatened sweeping tariffs on Latin American ally Col…

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The Times They Have a-Changed: Where is the protest song now? 31:25

20d ago31:25

31:25

In 1966, to the chagrin of his fans and the folk music community, Bob Dylan went electric. The five years leading up to this moment is the focus of A Complete Unknown, the new Bob Dylan biopic from James Mangold. This indignation came at a time where folk was the language of protest, from the civil rights movement to the Vietnam war, but when did f…

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Tech Billionaires, the American Oligarchy 56:49

23d ago56:49

56:49

The second Trump inauguration was more than just a political spectacle—it was a clear signal of Silicon Valley’s growing entrenchment in American governance. Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos, Mark Zuckerberg, and other tech moguls sat front and center, ahead of cabinet secretaries, embodying a stark new reality: the marriage of big tech and the state is no lo…

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What does Trump 2.0 mean for the UK? 27:05

23d ago27:05

27:05

Freddie Hayward joins from Washington DC to answer listener questions on the new Trump administration. Following his inauguration on Monday January 20, Donald Trump signed a flurry of executive orders to implement new policy or reverse work done by the Biden administration. Listeners have asked what the US president's actions will mean for Britain.…

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