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Sir Keir Starmer started the week with not one but two speeches defending his party's Budget decisions in the wake of claims that chancellor Rachel Reeves had misled the public and fellow MPs about the state of the nation's finances. Was his sell convincing? The prime minister also brought up Brexit, but as panellist Robert Shrimsley points out, Starmer was characteristically unclear as to whether the Labour party was ultimately leaning into or out of the EU.Plus, host George Parker and the rest of the panel, Miranda Green and Jim Pickard, discuss the FT report that Nigel Farage told Reform UK donors he expects his party to do some sort of deal with the Tories in the run-up to the next general election — potentially helped by the single biggest donation any UK political party has had from a living donor. Follow George on Bluesky @georgewparker.bsky.social; Miranda @greenmirandahere.bsky.social; Jim @pickardje.bsky.social; Robert @robertshrimsley.bsky.social Want more? Free links: Nigel Farage tells donors he expects Reform UK will do an election deal with the ToriesHead of UK fiscal watchdog quits after Budget leak UK government orders review into rising diagnoses of mental health conditionsJanan Ganesh: The rise of unpopular populism UK envoy to Moscow enters race to be the next ambassador Political Fix will go live next week on Wednesday 10 December at 1.15pm. If you don't want to wait for it to drop in this feed on Friday, register here. Sign up to Stephen Bush's morning newsletter Inside Politics for straight-talking insight into the stories that matter. Get 30 days free at https://www.ft.com/InsidePoliticsOffer. For details about FLIC, the FT's Financial Literacy and Inclusion Campaign, read more about it here or click here and to donate, click here. Presented by George Parker, and produced by Lulu Smyth. The executive producer is Flo Phillips. Original music and mix by Breen Turner. The FT's acting co-head of audio is Manuela Saragosa. What did you think of this episode? Let us know at politicalfix@ft.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sean Curran reports as MPs questions the government about the postponement of four mayoral elections.

Prime Minister's Question Time, also referred to as PMQs, takes place every Wednesday the House of Commons sits. It gives MPs the chance to put questions to the Prime Minister or a nominated minister. In most cases, the session starts with a routine 'open question' from an MP about the Prime Minister's engagements. MPs can then ask supplementary questions on any subject, often one of current political significance.

Sean Curran reports as MPs question the justice secretary about possible restrictions to trial by jury.

The arguments over last week's budget continue; first chancellor Rachel Reeves was accused of misleading MPs and the public over the state of public finances, then the chair of the budget watchdog, the Office for Budget Responsibility, resigned. So how did this row unfold and where does it leave the Prime Minister?This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today: http://thetimes.com/thestoryGuest: Oliver Wright, policy editor, The Times.Host: Manveen Rana.Producers: Olivia Case, Shabnam Grewal.Read more: Did Rachel Reeves lie — and will she resign? Further listening: Do bond markets rule the world?Clips: The Telegraph, Times Radio, BBC, parliamentlive.tv, ITV News, Sky News.Photo: Getty Images.Get in touch: thestory@thetimes.comThis podcast was brought to you thanks to subscribers of The Times and The Sunday Times. To enjoy unlimited digital access to all our journalism subscribe here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

(00:00) Intro (02:41) L'inchiesta sull'operazione con cui MPS ha comprato Mediobanca e il coinvolgimento della politica (11:31) Cosa prevede la proposta di leva militare volontaria, fatta dal Ministro Crosetto

In questo episodio di Market Mover, Silvia Martelli e Laura Galvagni analizzano l'inchiesta della procura di Milano sull'acquisizione di Mediobanca da parte di MPS. Tra sospetti di aggiotaggio, ruoli chiave di istituzioni e grandi investitori, esploriamo le possibili ripercussioni sul mercato e gli scenari politici e giudiziari di una delle operazioni bancarie più discusse dell'anno. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's news update, Bill discusses the current state of Canada's Liberal Party under Prime Minister Mark Carney's leadership, addressing concerns about dissent within the Liberal ranks amongst Trudeau-era MPs. This trending Canadian news story follows the departure of Steven Guilbeault from Carney's Cabinet. According to an anonymous leak, some party members are still “coming to grips” with adapting to Carney's leadership style, which differs vastly from former Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.We'll also talk about the Memorandum of Understanding between PM Carney and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith pertaining to a potential future pipeline project, as well as the importance of Indigenous group participation in the negotiations.Tune into Episode 289 of The Bill Kelly Podcast for conversations in critical times!This episode was recorded on December 2, 2025.CHAPTERS00:00 Dissension in the Ranks?02:51 Mark Carney's Leadership Style05:46 The Shift from Trudeau to Carney09:09 Pipeline Agreements and Indigenous Concerns15:10 The Role of the Liberal CaucusDon't forget to like, share, comment and subscribe to support Bill's work! THANK YOU!Become a podcast member for weekly public and private livestreams, and to hear Bill's stories and life lessons from 50+ years as a broadcast journalist in his members-only series, MORAL OF THE STORY: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeUbzckOLocFzNeY1D72iCA/joinListen to The Bill Kelly Podcast everywhere: https://kite.link/the-bill-kelly-podcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBillKellyPodcast/featuredBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/billkellypodcast.bsky.socialSubStack: billkelly.substack.com/*Comment ‘likes' on behalf of this channel are an acknowledgment of your comment, not necessarily an endorsement of its contents. Thanks for joining these critical discussions in critical times!WATCH THIS EPISODE and subscribe to our channel: https://youtu.be/oD12-b0_d_E?si=BvOWNMBvqHyleMKjFURTHER READING‘They just don't get it' — Some Trudeau-era Liberal MPs struggling to adjust to Carney's leadership, say sourceshttps://www.ipolitics.ca/2025/12/02/they-just-dont-get-it-some-trudeau-era-liberal-mps-struggling-to-adjust-to-carneys-leadership-say-sources/ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit billkelly.substack.com/subscribe

MPs fall out over the Budget fall-out

Susan Hulme reports from Westminster as opposition MPs demand answers from the government over the leaks surrounding last week's budget.

Trento e Bolzano guidano nuovamente la classifica della Qualità della vita de Il Sole 24 Ore, giunta alla 36esima edizione e basata su 90 indicatori certificati. Trento conquista il primo posto, seguita da Bolzano, spinta dai risultati in "Affari e lavoro" e dal primato nella natalità, e da Udine, terza grazie ai risultati in "Ambiente e servizi" e alla densità di impianti fotovoltaici. La spaccatura territoriale resta evidente: la prima provincia del Sud è Cagliari al 39° posto, mentre le ultime 22 posizioni sono occupate da province meridionali, confermando un divario che persiste da decenni nonostante fondi europei, Pnrr e vantaggi strutturali come clima e costo della vita. Le classifiche tematiche premiano Milano in "Ricchezza e consumi" e "Affari e lavoro", Brescia per "Ambiente e servizi", Bologna per "Demografia, salute e società", Oristano per "Giustizia e sicurezza" e Trieste per "Cultura e tempo libero", mentre Siena vince l'indice della Qualità della vita delle donne. Il confronto con il 2024 mostra una crescita delle retribuzioni medie, un calo delle famiglie povere e un miglioramento del benessere economico, ma anche un aumento della cassa integrazione e una lieve contrazione delle startup, mentre l'Italia resta un Paese anziano con natalità in ulteriore calo. Ne parliamo con Marta Casadei, Il Sole 24 OreNovembre nero nell'autotrasporto: morti sul lavoro e pressioni illecite sul carico-scaricoSette morti in dieci giorni, tutti autisti over 60, segnano un novembre nero per l'autotrasporto e riportano al centro l'invecchiamento della forza lavoro, ancora priva del riconoscimento di attività usurante. Le dinamiche degli incidenti evidenziano rischi diffusi, dalla guida notturna alla congestione autostradale fino alle operazioni di carico e scarico, aggravate da cantieri, divieti di sorpasso e carenza di autisti qualificati. In questo contesto diventa cruciale la norma dell'art. 6-bis, che prevede una franchigia di 90 minuti e indennizzi obbligatori oltre questo limite, non rinunciabili e a carico sia del committente sia del gestore del sito. Proprio su questa norma FIAP denuncia pressioni illecite sui trasportatori affinché rinuncino agli indennizzi, con minacce di revoca degli incarichi e richieste contrarie alla legge. «Una situazione inaccettabile e lesiva della legalità», afferma il segretario generale Alessandro Peron, che annuncia una segnalazione formale all'AGCM, l'invio delle prime diffide e l'avvio dell'Osservatorio FIAP per monitorare la corretta applicazione della norma e impedire che la filiera venga riportata "indietro di vent'anni". Il commento è di Alessandro Peron, Segretario Generale FIAPNomisma, export agroalimentare a fine anno supererà i 70 miliardiL'export agroalimentare italiano si avvia a superare per la prima volta i 70 miliardi di euro entro il 2025, come evidenziato al IX Forum Agrifood Monitor di Nomisma. A settembre la crescita segna +5,7%, confermando l'Italia come nono esportatore mondiale e seconda per aumento percentuale nell'ultimo quinquennio, con boom in Polonia, Spagna e Stati Uniti. Gli USA restano partner chiave, con acquisti in aumento del 66% dal 2019, ma il 2025 registra un rallentamento dovuto alla svalutazione del dollaro e alle incertezze sui dazi, che hanno frenato l'export fino al -22% in agosto. Da qui l'invito a diversificare puntando su Paesi ad alta crescita come Messico, Romania, Corea del Sud e sulle opportunità dei nuovi accordi di libero scambio, incluso il negoziato con l'Indonesia. Le prospettive restano positive, ma il settore deve attrezzarsi contro volatilità geopolitica e commerciale per mantenere la traiettoria di crescita. Interviene Paolo De Castro, presidente Nomisma.Mps-Mediobanca: nessun accertamento su Mef, indagine avanzaL'inchiesta della procura di Milano sulla scalata di Mps a Mediobanca coinvolge Caltagirone, Milleri e l'AD Lovaglio per presunta manipolazione del mercato e ostacolo alla vigilanza, spingendo l'opposizione a chiedere chiarimenti al governo e al ministro Giorgetti. Le fonti giudiziarie chiariscono che il Mef non è indagato né oggetto di accertamento e che l'indagine è tuttora in corso, con molto materiale da analizzare dopo i sequestri dei giorni scorsi. Gli inquirenti ritengono che la scalata non sia stata fatta nell'interesse della banca e stanno ricostruendo il ruolo giocato nei collocamenti e nell'assemblea di Mediobanca dell'agosto scorso, considerata dagli investigatori un "passaggio rivelatorio" per la possibile formazione di una maggioranza concertata contraria all'operazione su Banca Generali. La notizia ha avuto immediate ripercussioni in Borsa, con Mps che ha toccato i minimi dal 24 settembre e perdite fino al 4%. Ne parliamo con Stefano Elli, Il Sole 24 Ore

1/12 Dicembre parte in retromarcia, futures a Wall street in rosso: Bitcoin a 86mila dollari, in Giappone il rendimento dei titoli a due anni sopra l'1% per la prima volta nella storia. Nikkei -2%, Ueda (BOJ): “valutiamo pro e contro taglio”. Frena l'attività economica in Cina. Fed: taglio dicembre scontato a 87%, Trump: ho scelto il prossimo presidente. Venerdì il deflatore del Pil. Mercati europei, leader delle classifiche da inizio anno. Domani inflazione novembre, mercoledì parla Lagarde al Parlamento europeo. Focus su Mps e Mediobanca con nuovi sviluppi della procura. Gedi, Exor pronta a cedere a Theodore Kyriakou. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's the time of Boris. This episode tracks Boris Johnson's character, starting with a less than complimentary report from his housemaster at Eton to this parents, through his time in the rich kids' Bullingdon Club in Oxford, followed by some disreputable incidents when he was Mayor of London, to his endorsing of claims he must have known were false in the Brexit campaign. This period is capped by his becoming Prime Minister, something he doubtless felt was no more than his entitlement.The episode then follows his work to complete Brexit, including his attempt to get parliament out the way so it couldn't block him, an attempt that would eventually be ruled illegal. There was also his purging of the Parliamentary Conservative Party of leading pro-EU voices, making it more Eurosceptic than ever. That was confirmed by the December 2019 election, which he won handsomely, with none of the eleven purged Tories getting back into parliament. With a good majority, he was able to ‘get Brexit done', his slogan in the election.Labour under its left-wing leader Jeremy Corbyn, took a hiding, emerging with its lowest haul of MPs since 1935, breaking the dubious record previously set by the previous party leader from the left, Michael Foot, in 1983.As well as Brexit, what marked the rest of Boris's time as Prime Minister was a series of scandals, which suggested irresponsible behaviour on his part and a desire to hide information that might confirm it publicly. Eventually, there was one scandal too many and his ministerial colleagues started to resign from government in droves, until he decided the game was up and stood down himself.Illustration: The Bullingdon Club in 1987, with David Cameron at left in the back row and Boris Johnson, at the right of the row of sitting figures. All are wearing the (expensive) Club clothing. Photograph: Mallams/Lucas Field Media, from the Guardian.Music: Bach Partita #2c by J Bu licensed under an Attribution-NonCommercial-No Derivatives (aka Music Sharing) 3.0 International License

AutoScout24 se ha convertido en una referencia para profesionales y particulares, ofreciendo datos, transparencia y tendencias del mercado que permiten tomar decisiones informadas. Su fiabilidad hace que sea la plataforma ideal para buscar vehículos especiales, como los Mazda que analizamos hoy. Junto a Alejandro Moya, seleccionamos algunos de los Mazda de ocasión más atractivos del momento: un Mazda 6 MPS muy especial, un Mazda 323 GT para los amantes de lo retro, un mítico Mazda RX-7 Turbo que sigue levantando pasiones, y como bonus, un Mazda MX-5 NC 2.0 perfecto para quienes buscan diversión pura. Repasamos sus características, su estado, sus peculiaridades y por qué cada uno de ellos representa una parte única de la historia de la marca. La sección se convierte así en un recorrido por el pasado reciente de Mazda, mostrando modelos que siguen teniendo encanto y personalidad propia. Una forma perfecta de conectar la historia de la marca con su presente y su futuro. Escucha el episodio entero aquí: https://go.ivoox.com/rf/163396104 Escúchanos en: www.podcastmotor.es Twitter: @AutoFmRadio Instagram: autofmradio Twitch: AutoFMPodcast Youtube: @AutoFM Contacto: info@autofm.es

Another bit has fallen off Labour's car as its MPs flee Westminster and bid a hasty retreat to their constituencies.This time, Labour has been accused of breaking another manifesto promise by pulling a major one eighty on workers rights. Oli Dugmore is joined by Ailbhe Rea.SAVE £££ THIS CHRISTMAS:⭐️ Gift big ideas, bold politics, and proper journalism from just £2LISTEN AD-FREE:

As Paris wrestles with political deadlock, questions are mounting over France's ability to project strength abroad. RFI spoke to author and political strategist Gerald Olivier about the ongoing political crisis in France and its repercussions abroad. France is once again mired in political turmoil after the National Assembly last week overwhelmingly rejected the revenue side of the 2026 budget. Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu is trying a new method: rather than attempting to push a full budget through a fractured parliament, he aims to break spending into "absolute priorities" – security, energy, agriculture and state reform – and put each item to MPs separately. The move is intended to avoid another budget showdown, after two years of governmental instability that have steadily chipped away at President Emmanuel Macron's authority. Critics, however, argue that the plan is merely a repackaged version of political improvisation – a delay tactic that risks further weakening France's credibility at home and on the world stage. Jean-François Husson, the Senate's general rapporteur for the budget, delivered one of the sharpest criticisms of Lecornu's move, describing it as a chaotic and ill-timed intervention. "If you want to give the French a dizzying ride, you could hardly do it better than this," he remarked, arguing that the government's approach was generating more confusion than clarity. For author and political strategist Gerald Olivier, there is a deeper problem. "France is sick, and France has been sick for a while," he says. "We're basically looking at a country with no government, no parliamentary majority and a total impossibility for any prime minister to put forward a credible programme." French lawmakers roundly reject income part of budget bill, send it to Senate France technically needs to pass its budget by 31 December, but Olivier is quick to point out that this deadline has been missed before. "Last year, the budget wasn't passed until February," he notes. If the same thing happens this time, the government can fall back on a temporary financial law that keeps spending aligned with the previous year's budget for up to 70 days. A more drastic option – to rule by decree – exists as a constitutional backstop. "This crisis exists because there is no majority in parliament," Olivier says. "And it's also because no party has had the courage to face the kind of medicine that France needs. That's the larger issue." International credibility As a major European power, France's domestic politics do not stay domestic for long. International investors and European Union partners are watching closely, especially after recent warnings from credit-rating agencies about France's deficit trajectory. According to Olivier, the damage is already evident. "France is already in a recession, and there are investments simply passing the country by," he argues. "No one knows what its tax status will be in the coming years." That uncertainty could have a ripple effect across the continent. France, he warns, risks becoming "economically weak and therefore politically weak within Europe", potentially deepening divisions between EU member states. France's economy minister warns latest credit downgrade a 'wake-up call' "The one reassuring piece of news is that France is not the only one in this situation. Germany is in dire shape, Italy is shaky, Sweden is having problems. It seems today that everyone in Europe is the sick man of Europe," he added. Periods of political instability often attract external opportunists – whether governments, speculators or hostile influence campaigns. But Olivier remains cautious when asked whether foreign actors are already exploiting France's woes. "I don't necessarily see it," he says, "but if you want to consider fictional scenarios, you could find many." France's EU membership, he argues, offers a buffer. "Having the EU behind you is reassuring. The idea of ‘Frexit' would be disastrous. The euro provides protection." Still, the consequences of weakened governance can extend beyond the economy. A fragile budget could force France to scale back overseas military deployments – a shift that could alter power dynamics in parts of Africa and the Middle East. "This kind of instability is not healthy for anyone," Olivier says. A president without momentum Macron's political capital has been in decline since the 2022 legislative elections, when he lost his absolute majority. The surprise dissolution of the Assembly after the 2024 European elections only worsened matters, splitting the parliament into three mutually hostile blocs. "It's done tremendous damage to Macron," Olivier says. "He was re-elected in 2022 because people didn't want Marine Le Pen. He didn't have the support he had in 2017, and disappointment set in." He argues that Macron himself triggered the crisis. "He dissolved the Assembly for no reason. The European elections had no influence on French politics, but he reacted as if they did – and he made things worse." Could the president break the deadlock? In theory, yes. "Macron could solve it instantly by resigning," Olivier notes. "That would trigger a new presidential election, followed by fresh parliamentary elections. That's how institutions are supposed to function." But he sees no sign that Macron intends to take that step. For now, he predicts "another 18 months of instability" with the possibility of yet another government reshuffle. "We've had four governments in 12 months. We could have a fifth one next year. There is no telling." France's Le Pen asks Bardella to prepare for 2027 presidential bid Eyes on 2027 With Macron unable to stand again, attention is already turning to the 2027 presidential race. The National Rally – headed by Marine Le Pen and her rising protégé Jordan Bardella – enters the campaign in a strong position. Republican Bruno Retailleau could emerge from the right, France Unbowed's Jean-Luc Mélenchon or Socialist Olivier Faure from the left. Names from the centre such as MEP Raphaël Glucksmann and the former prime minister from Macron's Renaissance party, Manuel Valls, have been floated too. Olivier's concern is not who the candidates are but how honest they will be about the situation. "No one is willing to say the country needs to make sacrifices," he warns. "France is in debt up to 115 percent of GDP. Public spending is too high. But nobody wants to tell voters that the social state cannot remain as generous as it is." He singles out one controversial, far-right figure: "The only person honest about the economic reality is Éric Zemmour – and there is zero chance he will be the next president."

The Mail agrees to buy the Telegraph: but where's the money coming from? And will the Government wave it through? Private Eye's Adam MacQueen, writer on the magazine's Street Of Shame, laments another twist in the Telegraph saga.Also on the show: the budget offered no new tax credits for the film and TV industry... but at least there's another big studio being built. Cara Kotschy, co-founder of post production house Residence Pictures, explains what all these studio projects mean for the sector. All that plus: Michael Prescott faces MPs, as do various BBC execs, a lost Blackadder script goes on sale... and, in the Audio Network Media Quiz, we connect three more underreported stories from the week.The Media Quiz is sponsored by Audio Network. Alex (who is a real person) selects the music for us to score each episode and she and her team can do it for you too at https://audionetwork.comWe record at Podshop Studios - for 25% off your first booking, use the code MEDIACLUB at https://www.podshoponline.co.uk/services/podcast-studioBecome a member for FREE when you sign up for our newsletter at https://themediaclub.comA Rethink Audio production, produced by Matt Hill with post-production from Podcast Discovery.What The Media Club has been reading this week:Mail agrees to buy the TelegraphBBC at CMS Select CommitteeDeadline on the lack of tax credits in the budget Bid For The Blackadder Chrismas Special That Never WasMarlow Film Studios approvedTrump Secures Rush Hour 4Dale Vince's NewspaperStranger Things Gets The Pop Up Radio Treatment Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Canadian journalist Nora Loreto reads the latest headlines for Thursday, November 27, 2025.TRNN has partnered with Loreto to syndicate and share her daily news digest with our audience. Tune in every morning to the TRNN podcast feed to hear the latest important news stories from Canada and worldwide.Find more headlines from Nora at Sandy & Nora Talk Politics podcast feed.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-real-news-podcast--2952221/support.Help us continue producing radically independent news and in-depth analysis by following us and becoming a monthly sustainer.Follow us on:Bluesky: @therealnews.comFacebook: The Real News NetworkTwitter: @TheRealNewsYouTube: @therealnewsInstagram: @therealnewsnetworkBecome a member and join the Supporters Club for The Real News Podcast today!

Will ministers restrict the right to trial by jury? Sean Curran reports. Also, MPs continue to debate the Budget and peers question a delay in issuing guidance on the Supreme Court's ruling on biological sex.

After all the drama can MPs, the markets, business and voters stomach Rachel Reeves' budget? Sam and Anne look behind the headlines and dive deeper into items which were not noticed as much in the Chancellor's budget, questioning whether it could be seen as a return to austerity. Plus, the duo also consider the practicalities of some of the new taxes and how they will be collected and monitored. Away from Westminster, Anne has an update on Ukraine and the push for a peace deal.

The EPA approved two new PFAS-containing pesticides for food crops and plans four more. Scientists warn this deliberately increases dietaryexposure to persistent chemicals linked to cancer and birth defects.A magician who implanted an RFID chip in his hand for stage tricks forgot the password and is now permanently locked out of the device inside his own body. Perhaps he should have had the password tattooed backwards on his forehead.A fired Ohio contractor plead guilty to resetting 2,500 coworker passwords via PowerShell, paralyzing the company and causing $862,000 in damages. We're thinking this will keep him fired for quite a whileMI5 warns MPs that Chinese state agents are aggressively targeting lawmakers and staff through fake recruiter profiles on LinkedIn to cultivate intelligence sources. LinkedIn is not the friend it once was.NordPass data confirms Gen Z now chooses weaker passwords than 80-year-olds, proving every generation remains terrible at basic security hygiene. Wait… Your password is worse than your grand mothers? Please subscribe to this podcastProminent cryptographer accuses NSA of rigging IETF process to force adoption of deliberately weakened post-quantum encryption standards despite community objections. That could explain some of the very trivial ways some of these encryption algos have been broken lately.Microsoft's new Copilot Actions can autonomously edit user files but openly warns it's vulnerable to hijacking that enables data theft or malware installation. Sweet, right?U.S. Cyber Command quietly awarded millions to a stealth startup building fully autonomous AI agents designed for large-scale offensive cyberattacks. The twist is that they are not writing code to help AI help people, in this case it's code to help AI. Why bother with the slow middle man?Researchers unveiled EchoGram, a subtle token trick that silently disables safety guardrails on GPT-4, Claude, Gemini, and nearly every major LLM. Guardrails. Great concept, but not so much in practice.

Following his announcement that he would step back from public royal roles in late 2019/early 2020, the House of Commons and its members began to publicly question the accountability and oversight of members of the royal family. Several MPs raised concerns over Prince Andrew's continued benefits from the Crown Estate, his security protection funded by taxpayers, and the lack of transparency around his finances and relationships—especially given his links to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The Commons, traditionally reticent to query royal affairs, saw backbenchers and opposition figures press for measures such as parliamentary debate on his conduct and the possibility of formal motions to strip his titles.While the government repeatedly declined to initiate formal debate or legislation at that time, citing constitutional convention and the royal family's desire to handle internal matters, the pressure in the Commons continued to build. MPs from multiple parties proposed or supported private-member bills aimed at enabling Parliament to remove titles and honours from royalty, and select-committee scrutiny was mooted around his lease of the 30-room Windsor residence, Royal Lodge. In essence, the Commons signalled a shift: even if direct action was deferred, the principle that royals should not be completely shielded from political accountability had gained ground.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.

After this month's media chaos, Alan shares his experience of Monday's select committee hearing, where BBC board members were brought before MPs. But why did no-one address the elephant in the room?As Lionel returns from his overseas travels, the reunited hosts discuss the media bombshells that dropped in his absence. They also examine claims by historian Rutger Bregman that the BBC censored his speech at its annual lecture to remove negative mentions of Donald Trump.Finally, after the OBR accidentally published its budget forecast before the chancellor's speech, the pair answer a question about reporting on leaks.You can read Alan's BBC analysis here: https://www.prospectmagazine.co.uk/ideas/media/71655/firestorm-has-ripped-through-bbc-no-one-will-say-why Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A bin man from Dover with terminal cancer has been escorted to his wedding by a procession of refuse trucks.Stephen Addley's been told he has just months to live and one of his final wishes was to marry his fiancée and make memories with their one-year-old daughter.Also in today's podcast, we've got reaction to yesterday's budget after the chancellor announced £26 billion of tax hikes.Rachel Reeves has insisted the financial plans she announced in the Commons were based on her priorities.She also says the measures will give working class children the chance to have a fulfilling life.Hear from Andrew Tate and Rachel Emmerson from Chatham based accountants Kreston Reeves, Chatham and Aylesford MP Tris Osborne and the CEO of Canterbury based homeless charity Porchlight.Two men involved in a violent axe attack near Canterbury have been jailed for a total of 48 years.Police were called to reports of an assault involving people in two cars on the A2 near Wincheap in December last year.A driver involved in a serious crash on the A21 has called for safety improvements to be made.Conor Hardy says his vehicle aquaplaned at 70-miles-per-hour on the Tonbridge bypass following heavy rain, due to poor drainage. He's been speaking to reporter Elli Hodgson.A Medway man with incurable prostate cancer is among those calling on the health secretary to bring in a national screening programme.More than 120 MPs have also written to Wes Streeting after former Prime Minister David Cameron revealed he was treated for the disease last year. Hear from Paul Dennington who has raised more than £155,000 for Prostate Cancer UK.And, Ashford Designer Outlet has reached full occupancy for the first time since its 90 million pound extension opened six years ago.Two new fashion brands have opened at the shopping centre. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this week's show Patrick Gray and Adam Boileau discuss the week's cybersecurity news, including: Salesforce partner Gainsight has customer data stolen Crowdstrike fires insider who gave hackers screenshots of internal systems Australian Parliament turns off wifi and bluetooth in fear of of visiting Chinese bigwigs Shai-Hulud npm/Github worm is back, and rm -rf'ier than ever SEC gives up on Solarwinds lawsuit Dog eats cryptographer's key material This week's episode is sponsored by runZero. HD Moore pops in to talk about how they're integrating runZero with Bloodhound-style graph databases. He also discusses uses for driving runZero's tools with an AI, plus the complexities of shipping AI when the company has a variety of deployment models. This episode is also available on Youtube. Show notes Google says hackers stole data from 200 companies following Gainsight breach Gainsight Status Trust Status CrowdStrike fires 'suspicious insider' who passed information to hackers Salesforce cuts off access to third-party app after discovering ‘unusual activity' Атаки разящей панды: APT31 сегодня Office of Public Affairs | Seven Hackers Associated with Chinese Government Charged with Computer Intrusions Australian federal MPs warned to turn off phones when Chinese delegation visits Parliament House Sha1-Hulud: The Second Coming of the NPM Worm is Digging For Secrets FCC eliminates cybersecurity requirements for telecom companies Trade Associations Cybersecurity Practices Ex Parte SEC voluntarily dismisses SolarWinds lawsuit Record-breaking DDoS attack against Microsoft Azure mitigated The Cloudflare Outage May Be a Security Roadmap – Krebs on Security Critics scoff after Microsoft warns AI feature can infect machines and pilfer data vx-underground on X: "I've had a surprising amount of people ask me about Copilot" Researchers warn command injection flaw in Fortinet FortiWeb is under exploitation Two suspected Scattered Spider hackers plead not guilty over Transport for London cyberattack Russia arrests young cybersecurity entrepreneur on treason charges This campaign aims to tackle persistent security myths in favor of better advice Oops. Cryptographers cancel election results after losing decryption key. Uncovering network attack paths with runZeroHound Model Context Protocol

Send us a text A decorated field artillery officer and former West Point garrison commander says one strange night derailed 27 years of service—and exposed how fragile due process can be on a military post. Tony Bianchi recounts leading a week of storm recovery, an alumni dinner where a trivial carving-station moment sparked a rumor, and a late drive home later portrayed as a gate run. Hours after he went to bed, senior MPs gathered behind his house and colleagues woke him at 2:45 AM—an entry a DMV judge would later label a Fourth Amendment violation.  We trace the aftermath: suspension, relief, and a permanently filed GOMOR before any federal charge; no AR 15-6 despite conflicts; and video the government held that undercut its narrative. Tony describes why he refused chemical tests, what happened in the station, and how leaders leaned on “legally sufficient” while ignoring common sense. In court, a jury acquitted him of DWI and disorderly conduct, leaving only a stop-sign violation. A Grade Determination Review Board kept his O6 retirement. His FTCA claim and GOMOR appeal continue.  This is a candid inside view of military justice shaped by command-level turf fights, MP overreach, and leaders outsourcing judgment to legal advisors. Tony isn't trying to burn the institution—he's a West Point grad who loves the Army. He's asking for better investigations, real accountability, and leaders willing to weigh facts over optics. If a garrison commander can be pulled into a federal case on such thin grounds, what protects everyone else?  Subscribe for more stories that push for reform with receipts, not rhetoric. If this conversation resonated, share it with a teammate and leave a review with the one change you'd make to strengthen due process on base. The stories and opinions shared on Stories of Service are told in each guest's own words. They reflect personal experiences, memories, and perspectives. While every effort is made to present these stories respectfully and authentically, Stories of Service does not verify the accuracy or completeness of every statement. The views expressed do not necessarily represent those of the host, producers, or affiliates.Support the showVisit my website: https://thehello.llc/THERESACARPENTERRead my writings on my blog: https://www.theresatapestries.com/Listen to other episodes on my podcast: https://storiesofservice.buzzsprout.comWatch episodes of my podcast:https://www.youtube.com/c/TheresaCarpenter76

A travel advisory after Jamaica's Leptospirosis outbreabreak.30 million dollars is greenlit to cover the cost of managing government properties in the upcoming two years.MPs approve a combined 11 million dollars for Coast Guard Services for 2026 and 2027.#rcnews #radiocayman #caymannews

Has the chancellor done enough to save the government after weeks of official and unofficial briefings of the "most trailed budget in history"?We knew Rachel Reeves was taking taxes to an all-time high before she was even on her feet in the Commons - thanks to the full budget being published by mistake on the Office for Budget Responsibility's website - but what else was announced, and what didn't she say? Sam and Anne break down the budget and talk about:• The smorgasbord of tax rises - taking it to an all-time high • Britain's economic outlook and downgrading of growth • The opposition's response to "the worst chancellor in history"• A potential rebellion from her own MPs

Mansion tax, gambling tax, milkshake tax, scrapping the two-child benefit cap – today we finally get all the details of the most trailed budget in political history. So, who is the 2025 Rachel Reeves budget for and why? Sam and Anne assess how MPs and the markets will feel against voters and businesses. Politically, the giveaways look like they're worth every penny – but, ultimately, it's a tax raising budget that will hit everyone somehow. There are two episodes for budget day - Debrief on what's happened in the budget without episode out around 6.30pm on Wednesday.

Sean Curran reports from Westminster as the prime minister tells MPs that must be a just and lasting end to the war in Ukraine.

Just a day after BBC bosses were in front of MPs to address impartiality concerns, and there's a fresh impartiality headache for the beleaguered broadcaster. Dutch historian Rutger Bregman, who'd been asked to give the prestigious Reith Lecture, today revealed that the BBC had removed a “key line” from his address. Bregman's claim that President Trump is “the most openly corrupt president in American history” was removed from the Radio 4 broadcast of his lecture. He's said today that he was informed that the decision to remove the accusation was taken at the “highest levels within the BBC”. The BBC has insisted the decision was taken on legal advice. So why was the line pulled? And is the threat of Donald Trump's legal action now influencing the editorial decisions of the BBC?Later, with Nigel Farage on the back foot over the allegations he made racist remarks as a schoolboy - does the Reform UK leader have a glass jaw?The News Agents is brought to you by HSBC UK - https://www.hsbc.co.uk/EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal -> https://nordvpn.com/thenewsagents Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee

US President Donald Trump says a Ukraine peace deal is close to being secured; Calls for anti-racism training for MPs after Pauline Hanson's burqa stunt; Netball Australia's 10-year plan to boost the profile of the women's national team.

To submit your urgent questions to Michael and Maddie, go to: spectator.co.uk/quiterightThis week on Quite right! Q&A: Is the Treasury still fit for purpose – or has ‘Treasury brain' taken over Whitehall? Michael and Maddie dig into the culture and power of Britain's most influential department, from the Oxbridge-heavy ‘Treasury boys' to a ‘visionless' Chancellor.Then: after Michael's suggestion that Piers Morgan should be the next director-general of the BBC – why, in his view, could cnly a disruptive outsider could shake the organisation out of its complacency.Plus: the rise of ‘Mar-a-Lago face' in US conservative politics, and whether Britain has its own aesthetic quirks – from Ozempic-thinned MPs to the enduring Labour ‘power bob'.Produced by Oscar Edmondson. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stop Calling Everyone a Nazi! – Reform UK's Badge Isn't Fascist  #ReformUK #NigelFarage #JonGaunt #KevinHollinrake #NathanGill #UKPolitics #NaziAccusations  In today's video I break down the bizarre moment when Conservative Party Chairman Kevin Hollinrake compared Reform UK's new gold badge on a football shirt to Nazi symbolism. Yes… seriously. This is just the latest example of how far some people will go to attack Reform UK, Nigel Farage, and the party's supporters.  We've seen a wave of recent political hits — including renewed stories about alleged comments Farage supposedly made as a teenager, and even attempts to drag him into the Nathan Gill situation, despite Gill being responsible for his own treasonous actions.  Why are the Tories trying so hard to link everything negative to Nigel Farage? Why are MPs throwing around labels instead of arguments? And why is every controversy instantly turned into a smear at Reform UK voters?  This kind of political rhetoric doesn't help debate — it shuts it down.  You can criticise Reform UK all you like, but calling people Nazis over a badge colour, or reviving decades-old claims just to score points, is ridiculous.  In this video we talk about:

BBC in the Dock: Time to Scrap the Licence Fee? #BBC #Panorama #Trump #BBCBias #AllegedBias #LicenceFee #JonGaunt #UKPolitics #TVLicence #LiveShow The BBC is back in the dock — MPs are grilling bosses, Panorama and Trump coverage are under fresh allegations, and the public is losing patience. So tonight we're asking the big one: Is it time to scrap the Licence Fee? In a world of YouTube, streaming, and choice, is the BBC still fit for purpose? Or is Auntie clinging to a model from the last century while viewers walk away?  I want YOUR views. I won't hold back. And neither should you. #BBC #Panorama #Trump #TrumpCoverage #BBCBias #AllegedBias #LicenceFee #ScrapTheLicenceFee #BBCCrisis #BBCDebate #MediaBias #PublicBroadcasting #JonGaunt #Gaunty #PoliticalDebate #UKPolitics #TVLicence #MainstreamMedia #AuntieBeeb #BroadcastingFuture #MediaTrust #LiveShow BBC, Panorama, Trump, Trump coverage controversy, alleged BBC bias, BBC crisis, licence fee, scrap the licence fee, TV licence debate, BBC debate, Jon Gaunt, Gaunty, public broadcasting, media bias controversy, UK politics, mainstream media, BBC investigation, Auntie Beeb, broadcasting future, media trust, political debate, YouTube live show, British media, BBC funding debate This is political blogging and hard-hitting social commentary from Triple Sony Gold Award-winning talk radio legend, Jon Gaunt — former host on BBC, Talk Radio, and Sky News. On Jon Gaunt TV, we cut through the noise and say what others won't. No political correctness. No censorship. Just real conversations that matter.

The Media Confidential team got up early to talk through the options in advance of BBC heads facing the cross-party Culture, Media and Sport select committee.Alan and Janine discussed what might happen next, as MPs prepare to question organisation chiefs over a leaked memo accusing the BBC of bias and systemic problems. And who might be helicoptered in to sort the chaos at the broadcaster?The hosts also discuss the Financial Times' scoop on the potential sale of the Telegraph to the Mail and what it might mean for the broadsheet—and the strength of right-wing media in Britain. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send us a question/idea/opinion direct via text message!This week, following the publication of the latest Monthly Chart Pack, Nick and Kelvin discuss the latest trends in sales volumes, the implications of a proposed capital gains tax, and with the final MPS of the year this week, the outlook for monetary policy.  They explore how these factors influence the housing market and investor sentiment.Sign up for news and insights or contact on LinkedIn, X @NickGoodall_CL or @KDavidson_CL and email nick.goodall@cotality.com or kelvin.davidson@cotality.com

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Monday, 24 November 2025, if you're building a new home or doing a biggish renovation you'll soon be forced to buy a building warranty in case of building faults. Building Minister Chris Penk talks to Heather about the details. Koura's Rupert Carlyon says employers should be stopped from decreasing salaries to accommodate higher Kiwisaver contribution rates. The eye-watering amount of food that gets thrown away every year - and the surprising worst offender. Finance Minister Nicola Willis hits back at suggestions that Prime Minister Chris Luxon might get rolled by one of his MPs. Plus, the Huddle debates why we're so fed up with Air New Zealand, its service and especially its prices! Get the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast every weekday evening on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

So, after two long years of campaigning, this week the Parky Charter – our set of demands for the government – had its moment in Parliament. With the Movers & Shakers and other supporters in attendance, MPs debated the need for improved care for people with Parkinson's across the UK. But what were the important moments from the debate? What wasn't mentioned? And where do we go from here? To celebrate how far we've come and mull over our next steps, the gang gathered back at Gillian HQ (though she was regrettably laid up with a fever) where the Parky Charter was first conceived, back in the winter of 2023. Sponsored by Albion Chambers.Presented by Rory Cellan-Jones, Gillian Lacey-Solymar, Mark Mardell, Paul Mayhew-Archer, Sir Nicholas Mostyn and Jeremy Paxman.Produced and edited by Nick Hilton for Podot.Sound mixing by Ewan Cameron.Music by Alex Stobbs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Following his announcement that he would step back from public royal roles in late 2019/early 2020, the House of Commons and its members began to publicly question the accountability and oversight of members of the royal family. Several MPs raised concerns over Prince Andrew's continued benefits from the Crown Estate, his security protection funded by taxpayers, and the lack of transparency around his finances and relationships—especially given his links to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The Commons, traditionally reticent to query royal affairs, saw backbenchers and opposition figures press for measures such as parliamentary debate on his conduct and the possibility of formal motions to strip his titles.While the government repeatedly declined to initiate formal debate or legislation at that time, citing constitutional convention and the royal family's desire to handle internal matters, the pressure in the Commons continued to build. MPs from multiple parties proposed or supported private-member bills aimed at enabling Parliament to remove titles and honours from royalty, and select-committee scrutiny was mooted around his lease of the 30-room Windsor residence, Royal Lodge. In essence, the Commons signalled a shift: even if direct action was deferred, the principle that royals should not be completely shielded from political accountability had gained ground.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

With just days to go to Rachel Reeves' Budget, George Parker speaks to her Conservative predecessor at the Treasury, Sir Jeremy Hunt MP. They discuss what it's like for Chancellors in the run-up to a fiscal event and the intense speculation around this Budget.Following the publication of the Covid Inquiry's second report George interviews former minister, Lord Frost, who resigned from the then Conservative government over pandemic policy, and Prof Stephen Reicher, who advised both the UK and Scottish governments during the pandemic.To discuss the Home Secretary's overhaul of the asylum system, and the divisions within her party, George speaks to Labour MPs Olivia Blake and Gareth Snell.And, as the London Aquarium responds to concerns raised by a number of MPs over the welfare of its penguins, George speaks to one of those MPs, Danny Chambers, and New Statesman journalist, Rachel Cunliffe.

Sean Curran reports as MPs question the government about a Russian spy ship that entered UK waters.

Eight new MPs have been elected to Tonga's parliament in the general election amid a continuing decline in voter turnout. 

Can Keir Starmer persuade his backbenchers to back his tough new migration reforms - and stop them openly plotting his downfall?We discuss how prime ministers have tried to keep their MPs on side, Alex Ferguson's advice for Tony Blair, and whether Andy Burnham could be heading back to Westminster (via Norfolk).Send your comments, questions and voicenotes to howtowin@thetimes.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send us a textSchedule an Rx AssessmentSubscribe to Master The MarginCompounding Pharmacies are under a lot of fire but through advocacy, the future is bright!So, what does it really take to protect, grow, and advocate for compounding pharmacies in today's changing landscape?In this episode, Scotty Sykes, CPA, CFP®, and Austin Murray sit down with Scott Brunner, CEO of the Alliance for Pharmacy Compounding (APC), to unpack the realities of advocacy, access, and opportunity in the compounding space.We cover:- How GLP-1 shortages spotlighted the critical role of compounding pharmacies- The advocacy battles shaping patient access and prescriber freedom- Why cash-pay compounding is helping hybrids survive PBM reimbursement cuts- The rise of telehealth and private equity in personalized medicine- And more!More About Our Guest:Scott Brunner, CAE, is CEO of the Alliance for Pharmacy Compounding. APC is the industry trade association and the voice for pharmacy compounding, representing compounding pharmacists and technicians in both 503A and 503B settings, as well as prescribers, educators, researchers, and suppliers. APC works to preserve patient access to compounded drugs and the essential role of compounded medications in the American healthcare system.Brunner was formerly the senior vice president communications and external relations for the National Community Pharmacists Association and CEO of the Georgia Pharmacy Association. In his 30+year career in association management, he has also led statewide trade associations in Mississippi and Virginia.As you'll hear in his drawl, he is an Alabama native. He earned his BBA at the University of Montevallo and MPS from Auburn University Montgomery. He earned the prestigious Certified Association Executive designation in 1997.Stay connected with Scott and Alliance for Pharmacy Compounding: Scott Brunner LinkedIn APC WebsiteAPC LinkedInAPC FacebookAPC InstagramStay connected with us on social media:FacebookTwitterLinkedInScotty Sykes – CPA, CFP® LinkedInMore on this topic:Podcast: The Trusted Pharmacist: Advocacy and Building a Resilient PharmacyPodcast: From Counter to Capitol

Defence Secretary John Healey sent a direct warning to Russia after a ship was spotted off the north coast of Scotland.US special envoy Steve Witkoff's post on X has suggested the US and Russia may be forming a secret plan to end the war in Ukraine.And authors say they fear AI replacing them entirely.Plus - why are MPs reading dad jokes in the Commons?Sophy and Wilf have everything you need to know, minus the doomscrolling, in just 10 minutes.

Today, John Healey joins the podcast after a Russian ship suspected of mapping undersea cables pointed lasers at RAF pilots tracking its activity near UK waters. The Defence Secretary gave a speech at Downing Street that morning describing the move as “deeply dangerous.” It comes on the same day that a report from MPs says that the UK lacks a plan to defend itself from a military attack.Adam and Chris speak to John Healey about the escalating threat to the UK, lifting the lid on what conflict looks like in a world of undersea drones and cables, and what is being done to shore up UK military defences in what Healey calls a “new era of threat.”You can now listen to Newscast on a smart speaker. If you want to listen, just say "Ask BBC Sounds to play Newscast”. It works on most smart speakers. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://bbc.in/newscastdiscordGet in touch with Newscast by emailing newscast@bbc.co.uk or send us a WhatsApp on +44 0330 123 9480.New episodes released every day. If you're in the UK, for more News and Current Affairs podcasts from the BBC, listen on BBC Sounds: https://bbc.in/4guXgXd Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. The presenter was Adam Fleming. It was made by Rufus Gray with Shiler Mahmoudi and Kris Jalowiecki. The social producer was Beth Pritchard. The technical producer was Mike Regaard. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.

The security service warns MPs, peers and parliamentary staff they may be targets for Chinese spies. The Government says its taking steps. Congress votes on the release of all remaining documents related to Jeffrey Epstein. A court has heard that an alleged member of Palestine Action attacked a police officer with a sledgehammer. Also: An Australian prisoner sues over state's Vegemite ban.

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Are knives being sharpened by disgruntled MPs planning a coup against the PM? As Keir Starmer's team dig in against a supposed threat to the Prime Minister from Health Secretary Wes Streeting - has the Tory-brand of Westminster psychodrama come back for a new series?  Meanwhile the BBC is under fire from the left, the right, the centre and the US president. Nish and Coco dig into an existential crisis for the public broadcaster.  And as COP30 kicks off in Brazil - can we rescue the 1.5C climate target? Alex Reid from Global Witness drops in to give us a reality check.  Later - as Robert Jenrick begins posting AI generated slop to attack his political rivals -  Coco speaks to the AI and Online Safety Minister Kanishka Narayan. CHECK OUT THESE DEALS FROM OUR SPONSORS SHOPIFY https://www.shopify.co.uk/podsavetheuk  BABBEL https://www.babbel.com/PSUK  AUDIO CREDITS  BBC Radio 4 GUESTS Alex Reid, Head of Forests team at Global Witness Kanishka Narayan MP, AI and Online Safety Minister  Pod Save the UK is a Reduced Listening production for Crooked Media. Contact us via email: PSUK@reducedlistening.co.uk BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/podsavetheuk.crooked.com Insta: https://instagram.com/podsavetheuk Twitter: https://twitter.com/podsavetheuk TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@podsavetheuk Facebook: https://facebook.com/podsavetheukYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@PodSavetheUK Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices