The Daily Debrief is a rundown of the most important news of the day in under 20 minutes. You’ve seen the headlines throughout the day. Now it’s time to understand the stories behind them. Our host, Richard Suchet, will offer listeners a deep dive into th
With one year to go until Brexit, we hear from the Prime Minster, Theresa May. Plus, we hear why one Dairy is particularly concerned. And the latest on the case of the Salisbury spy.
We get the latest from the Worboys case and hear from one of his victims. Plus, a closer look at Theresa May's NHS pledge. And is today a momentous moment in the war on plastic waste?
Following the release of the Kerslake report, Richard Suchet speaks to a parent of one of the victims. Plus, we ask what we can expect from the ongoing Russia scandal. And we look at what happens next in the search for Madeleine McCann.
Richard Suchet speaks to Richard Ferrer from the Jewish News to discuss the open letter sent to Jeremy Corbyn and the Labour party about it's apparent problem with anti-semitism. We'll be giving you all the details on Stormy Daniels' TV interview; plus, we reveal the results of an exclusive LBC poll on Brexit.
We hear the details behind the sentencing of the Parsons Green bomber. Plus, Richard Suchet gets the lowdown on the latest appointment to the Trump White House. And why obesity could overtake smoking as the main cause of cancer.
Richard Suchet looks at whether a senior police officer is right to say the public aren't outraged by knife crime, because most victims come from black communities. Plus, a look at the future of Facebook and we reflect on the Westminster terror attack.
LBC's Political Editor Theo Usherwood joins Richard Suchet to explain why Nigel Farage was out on the Thames this morning. Richard also speaks to a Former US Intelligence Officer about Donald Trump's decision to congratulate Vladimir Putin's election win. Plus, we talk to the Dad behind a moving video that's just gone viral – and it's all about celebrating Down Syndrome.
Rachel Venables joins Richard Suchet in the studio to discuss the £21m bill for putting Grenfell survivors in hotels. And we address the new Action Counters Terrorism campaign with an ex-officer. Plus why is a former French president in police custody?
Theo Usherwood explains what we can expect from the Brexit transition period. Plus, Richard Suchet looks at FOBT's and whether they need to be better regulated. And we have everything you need to know about Cambridge Analytica.
We debate whether Corbyn's response to the PM on Salisbury is unpatriotic or whether he's holding the government to account. Plus Grenfell Tower doors investigated by detectives half as fire retardant as expected. And a clever idea for homelessness.
Richard Suchet speaks to a former student of the world renowned physicist Stephen Hawking who has died at the age of 76. Plus 770,000 people living in England speak very little English or none at all. But what does the government plan to do about it?
Richard Suchet is joined by Adam Sella, Professor of Chemistry at UCL to explain what the Novichok nerve agent is. Plus why did the parole board decide to release black cab rapist John Worboys? And how salty is your Chinese?
Richard Suchet is joined by top human rights barrister, John Cooper QC to explain what a 'Magnitsky' sanction is. Plus should prospective students choose courses based on graduate earnings? And we pay tribute to Ken Dodd.
We look at what to expect when President Trump meets with Kim Jong Un. Plus, Richard Suchet examines how Russian media have been covering the Salisbury spy story. And we speak to the widower, campaigning for a law on dangerous cycling.
As it's revealed that a nerve agent was used to attack Sergei Skripal, Richard Suchet speaks to a former MI5 officer. Plus we take a look at the government's new domestic violence bill and what the term ‘economic abuse' means.
As Theresa May meets with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Richard Suchet asks a Middle East expert what's behind the visit – human rights, or trade and business? Plus, we get all the updates on the alleged poisoning of Russian spy Sergei Skripal. And we bring you the final part of our exclusive report on paedophile hunters, Dark Justice.
CONTAINS SENSITIVE AUDIO: Richard Suchet has the latest on the former spy in a critical condition, and speaks to the Litvinjenko detective who may have been poisoned by the Russians. Plus, an exclusive insight into the Paedophile hunters, Dark Justice.
As Bradley Wiggins is accused of crossing an 'ethical line', Richard Suchet speaks to the Professor who thinks doping should be accepted. Plus, we get an overview of the PM's speech on housing. And we ask why Italy's the latest to embrace populism?
Richard Suchet is joined by LBC's Tech Correspondent, Will Guyatt to talk cryptocurrency. Plus we speak to Chair of the Metropolitan Black Police Association to discuss the ethnicity pay gap. And how much are councils spending removing chewing gum?
Richard Suchet is joined by legendary weatherman John Kettley for snow updates. Almost 50% of young women have self-harmed - why is the problem getting worse? And we hear from the man behind the new 10p designs - one depicting a good old fashioned fry up.
After Toys R Us and Maplin both collapse on the same day, Richard Suchet speaks to a retail expert to asses their failures. Plus we get a round up of the regional snow disruption and examine the way the weather impacts the homeless in London.
Four far-right plots were foiled in 2017 according to Mark Rowley - is the threat from the far right comparable to islamist extremism? How far should social media sites intervene in tackling extremism? Plus how are businesses reacting to Corbyn's customs union proposal?
Simon Conway stands in for Richard Suchet and addresses Jeremy Corbyn's pledge to keep the UK in a customs union under Labour. Plus, we speak to legendary weatherman John Kettley to talk Siberian blasts. And we are warned about obese middle aged Millennials.
Richard Suchet asks why thousands of deaths could be down to medicinal errors in the NHS. Plus, we talk to the woman who's given up plastic.
CONTAINS SENSITIVE AUDIO: As sentencing guidelines get stricter on domestic abuse, we hear a survivor's story. Plus, we take a closer look at anti-depressants with Professor Sir Simon Wessely. And we learn more about the state of the conflict in Syria.
Richard Suchet discusses the significance of the Worboys' Victims' Supreme Court ruling with the head of Liberty. Plus, we examine the shocking level of child poverty in single parent homes. And we explore the prospect of a second Leveson Inquiry.
Richard Suchet speaks to one of the women looking to introduce a ban on 'upskirting'. Plus, we ask farmers for their views on the Environment Secretary, Michael Gove. And we speak to the researchers hoping to end "fake news".
As Theresa May delivers a key speech on tuition fees, Richard Suchet asks how should we be funding higher education? Plus, we take a closer look at the sentencing of Barry Bennell. And we look at the scale of abuse linked to witchcraft.
As middle earners are finding it harder than ever to get on the housing ladder, we get advice from housing expert, Henry Pryor. Plus, we speak to an ex-prisoner about the conditions on the inside. And, could the government be about to give you £10,000?
Contains Audio Which May Be Upsetting: After another school shooting in America, Richard Suchet asks why won't Americans give up their guns? And we discuss the processed foods that could give you cancer.
Richard Suchet speaks to Iain Dale and Jonathan Lis to see if Boris Johnson has united leavers and remainers. Plus, we speak to the British expat battling to keep EU citizenship. And we hear from the frontline of Operation Sceptre.
As the Oxfam scandal continues, Richard Suchet asks whether we need to change our attitude towards foreign aid. Plus, we look at whether Jacob Zuma will be stepping down anytime soon & Thomas Cook's return to offering flights to Tunisia
As Oxfam meets with Government officials, Richard Suchet asks whether the charity can survive this scandal. Plus, a look at the case of Jamie Bulgar, 25 years on.
As two British Islamic State fighters have been detained by Kurdish forces in Syria, we find out the likelihood of them facing trial in the UK. Plus, the latest on EU Brexit negotiator, Michel Barnier, who said border checks at the Irish border are "unavoidable". As the government cracks down on unpaid internships, we find out if anyone benefits from them. And an investigation's found Oxfam aid workers paid earthquake survivors for sex - we talk to the reporter who uncovered the story.
As 95% of councils are expected to raise taxes, Richard Suchet asks how this is being justified. Plus, are Brexit voters experiencing 'buyers remorse'? And we speak to the Grenfell tower firefighters who'll be running the London marathon.
Richard Suchet speaks to the solicitors bringing 'Britain's largest ever equal pay claim' against Tesco. Plus, we speak to one of the archaeologists that discovered "Cheddar man" had dark skin. And, a look at the future of space travel.
As the US stock market sinks Richard Suchet speaks to CBI Chief Economist to discuss the impact on UK consumers. After 100 years of women securing the vote, we look at the legal possibility of pardoning the Suffragettes. Plus the fate of the East Coast mainline.
As Downing Street confirms the UK will leave the customs union after Brexit, we find out what that actually means. Plus, a look at whether Bitcoin can last and Richard Suchet speaks to the owner of the Blighty cafe to talk about last weeks protest.
Richard Suchet gets the latest from Woolwich Crown Court as Finsbury Park attacker, Darren Osborne, is jailed for life. Plus, as the NHS is being overcharged for customised ointments, we find out whether this can be justified. And we find out which city is the least affordable place to the live in the UK. Spoiler: it's not London.
Liam Fox is in China talking trade talks post Breixt, while Corbyn is championing the end to hospital parking charges and find out why one shop is putting showers outside their door to stop homelessness
Theresa May talks trade with China, Trumps holds his first State of the Union Address and Whales sound like humans!
Richard Suchet speaks to Buzzfeed's Political Editor to find out more about the Brexit impact leak. Plus, as the police apologise to Liam Allen, we ask how more rape trial collapses can be avoided. And, a look at the 'Night Watcher' burglar.
As Theresa May could face a vote of no confidence, Richard Suchet looks at how you oust a Prime Minister. Plus, we speak to the bookies, William Hill, to see the odds of May lasting until 2022. And, we ask whether Woody Allen will ever work again.
Richard Suchet takes a closer look at Donald Trump's almost, kind of, nearly apology for retweeting Britain First as well as his speech in Davos. Plus, we debate whether the Presidents Club dinner is in danger of becoming a witch hunt.
Richard Suchet looks at what can be done to stop sexual harassment. Plus, as Trump and May are reunited, we look at the state of the 'special' relationship. And more on the news that monkeys have been cloned for the first time.
We get more on the Presidents Club fiasco. Plus, as Cape Town is set to run out of water, Richard Suchet hears how the people are coping. And the story of the Calais jungle migrant who has to stay in the UK, even though he doesn't want to.
As the Head of the National Cyber Security Centre says it's only a matter of time before the UK's hit by a massive cyber attack, Richard Suchet looks at the damage it could do. Plus, we debate whether more funding really would solve the NHS crisis.
As Henry Bolton faces growing pressure to stand down as UKIP leader, Richard Suchet asks if the party has a future. Plus a more on whether the UK is unprepared for a battle with Russia. And a look at the launch of the checkoutless supermarket.
Richard Suchet takes a look back at some of Boris Johnson's bright ideas. And as the government announce they won't challenge the release of Jon Warboys, we speak to a lawyer for some of the victim's. Plus, a look at the first year of Trump's presidency.
As Theresa May meets with French President Macron, Richard Suchet gets all the details from our France correspondent. Plus, everything you need to know about PFIs. And Shelagh Fogarty shares her personal experience of stalking.
As the UK gets its first ever minister for loneliness, Richard Suchet speaks to the Co-Chair of the Jo Cox Commission on Loneliness. Plus a look at the possible return to the UK of the Bayeux tapestry. And, we preview Donald Trump's Fake News Awards.