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INSIDE BRIEFING with Institute for Government
Does Rachel Reeves have a runway to growth?

INSIDE BRIEFING with Institute for Government

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2025 37:12


No more talk of blackholes. No more doom. No more gloom. So what is Rachel Reeves' plan for economic growth all about? Times columnist Sebastian Payne joins the podcast team as they make their way through the chancellor's vision of reservoirs, runways and the UK's own Silicon Valley – and ask whether government is really set up to make it all happen.   Plus: Ministers Reflect devolved government special! Nicola Sturgeon, Humza Yousaf and Mark Drakeford feature in a brilliant new batch of IfG interviews – and they have plenty to say about Brexit, Boris Johnson and making devolved government work.   Presented by Nick Davies. With Gemma Tetlow and Millie Mitchell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Holyrood Sources
Humza Yousaf, WASPI vs Sarwar and the A9

Holyrood Sources

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2024 46:29


Calum, Andy and Geoff analyse Humza Yousaf's challenges as First Minister and his political legacy, while also exploring the critical issue of infrastructure funding in Scotland. The conversation highlights Fergus Ewing's strong stance on the A96 and the need for more political accountability among MSPs. The conversation delves into the dynamics of government and party unity, highlighting the challenges faced in infrastructure and economic growth, particularly in relation to offshore wind projects. Sponsored by the Scotch Whisky Association's Made to be Measured campaign. Find out more about the campaign at scotch-whisky.org.uk/madetobemeasured. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/holyroodsources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Stooshie: the politics podcast from DC Thomson

When you really think about, 2024 seems more like a fever dream than anything else. Remember Rishi Sunak's rain-drenched resignation? Ed Davey's bizarre attention grabbing stunts? Humza Yousaf's abrupt, self-inflicted implosion? Play along with our team of politics reporters in our end-of-year quiz to see if you've been switched on or turned off.

Mehdi Unfiltered
EXCLUSIVE: Former First Minister of Scotland Humza Yousaf Standing Down At The Next Election

Mehdi Unfiltered

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2024 28:13


In 2023, Humza Yousaf made history when he was elected as Scotland's first minister, making him the first Muslim leader of a Western democracy. Yet, that term was cut short this past spring after Yousaf was forced to resign from the post, as his coalition government fell apart.Since then, Yousaf has remained a backbench member of the Scottish Parliament.However, in this exclusive interview with Zeteo in London, Humza Yousaf announces that he will not be seeking re-election to the Scottish Parliament in 2026, telling Mehdi that it's time for him to “step away from frontline politics.”“I think the time is right for me to step down, step away from frontline politics and make way for the next generation of elected members,” Yousaf says to Mehdi.In this wide-ranging interview, the former leader of Scotland discusses his fallout with the Green Party earlier this year, which ultimately led to the collapse of his coalition government, saying that terminating the power-sharing agreement with the Greens was, “the right thing to have done.”“My successor is no longer encumbered with that deal, [he] can make decisions in policy that he wants to take forward in our country's interest without having to negotiate and compromise with the Greens. They can do that on an issue by issue basis, which I think is the best way to do it,” Yousaf says.Yousaf also discusses the Middle East with Mehdi, telling him that the UK Labour Party is complicit in Israel's genocide on Gaza.“There's no doubt in my mind at all they are complicit. And I hope and pray that I live to see the day that all of those who are complicit are held accountable for these crimes,” Yousaf tells Mehdi.Mehdi asks Yousaf about his feud with billionaire Elon Musk, with the former first minister reiterating why he thinks Musk is, “one of the most dangerous men on the planet.”Yousaf also sounds the alarm about reports that Musk has been considering donating to the hard-right Reform UK party (Musk has denied these reports).Watch the full exclusive interview above to hear Mehdi and Yousaf also discuss the rise of Islamophobia and the UK race riots from this past summer, his party's catastrophic performance in the UK's general election this year, and the Pakistani government's continued imprisonment of former prime minister Imran Khan. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit zeteo.com/subscribe

The Ponsonby and Massie Podcast
SNP 2026 CANDIDATES

The Ponsonby and Massie Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2024 37:34


Bernard and Alex are back considering:SNP Registration of candidacy - Stephen Flynn, Nicola Sturgeon and Humza Yousaf have all thrown their hats in the ring. Can Flynn really be an MP and MSP despite party attitudes and are Sturgeon and Yousaf's intentions even real?PLUSNeil Gray - Does anyone believe the story of why ministerial trips were taken to watch Aberdeen football matches and does his explanation make matters worse?US Elections - What Trump's victory means. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Quantum - The Wee Flea Podcast
Quantum 325 - The One with Jethro Tull - US Election, Tunisia, Snooker, Brand and more..

Quantum - The Wee Flea Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2024 43:54


This week, with the help of Jethro Tull we look at the US Election, media bias and vote rigging;  Thabiti Anyabwil; Hope for politics - JD Vance and Kemi Badenoch; Country of the Week - Tunisia;  Oct 7th Anniversary; Trans operations in the US; Drag Queens and Palestine; the surprising continuing popularity of snooker; Humza Yousaf remembering babies who died before 24 weeks in the womb; The church where Jesus is condemned for being unChristian; Russell Brand and Jordan Peterson. with music from Jethro Tull, Manal Samar and Liturgical Folk. 

63 Percent Scottish: A Scotland Appreciation Podcast
EP 18: "Political Update" with Lewis McKenzie from The Scottish Sun

63 Percent Scottish: A Scotland Appreciation Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2024 33:31


Has anything political happened in the year since we last spoke to political journalist Lewis McKenzie? Well, the UK has a new Prime Minister, Scotland has a new First Minister, the SNP looks like it's on the ropes and the discussion around independence is shifting. So, yes. The answer is yes.We asked Lewis to come back to explain what all of these political upheavals really mean. In this episode we cover:What happened with Humza Yousaf, Scotland's former First MinisterWhat we should expect from John Swinney, the new First MinisterWhat Keir Starmer, the new Prime Minister, means for ScotlandThe state of the independence movementHave thoughts? Connect with 63 Percent Scottish on Twitter, Facebook or Instagram or contact us at 63percentscottish.com.Music by RomanSenykMusic from Pixabay.

Podlitical
Interview: Lorna Slater MSP

Podlitical

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2024 32:51


Co-leader of the Scottish Greens Lorna Slater sits down with Podlitical, talking about her journey to Scotland, and ahead of the 10th anniversary of the 2014 Scottish independence referendum, shares her memories of the referendum and how she got engaged in Scottish politics. Lorna Slater shares how she feels having autism is an advantage in the job, how her experience with the Deposit Return Scheme left her with a "deep cynicism" of the UK Government, plus the collapse of the Bute House agreement, and how Humza Yousaf's resignation was about "brutal" parliamentary math. As the next Holyrood election begins to be considered, Slater discusses how it's "hard to imagine" supporting the Scottish Government's next budget without the "green stuff".For a range of political interviews, subscribe to Podlitical on BBC Sounds.

20 Questions With
20 Questions With Humza Yousaf

20 Questions With

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2024 46:22


First Minister of Scotland until May of this year, Humza Yousaf is a major figure in Scottish and British politics. Here he makes the case for Scottish independence, argues in favour of wealth taxes, makes the case for immigration, champions multiculturalism and has some tough words for Elon Musk. 

Iain Dale All Talk
277. Humza Yousaf

Iain Dale All Talk

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2024 74:56


Matthew Stadlen sits in and interviews former Scottish first minister Humza Yousaf, live from the Edinburgh Fringe. They discuss how his premiership as first minister ended, his reaction to the riots, whether independence is doomed - and loads more.

Quantum - The Wee Flea Podcast
Quantum 317 - Challenging The Narrative

Quantum - The Wee Flea Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2024 47:49


This week we look at the meta narrative that our post -postmodern society is trying to feed us.  Including Kamala Harris, Joe Biden, Hunter Biden, Stephen Colbert, Elon Musk and the EU; Humza Yousaf;  Donald Trump and Musk; Tim Wlaz on misinformation; Alaister Campbell and Douglas Murray; Jailed for Facebook Posts; Labour Councillor calls for slitting peoples throats; Hope not Hate; Anti-Establishment rhetoric; Banning Dawkins; Olympic boss doesn't know what a woman is; Islamists and Taylor Swift; Country of the week - Japan; Giant Wind Turbines; Lawyers and the French Revolution; Closing Schools in the UK; the NHS and Pregnant men; SEEK 47 - Being Catholic; a listeners poem.... with music from the Manic Street Preachers, 4 Non Blondes, Pulp, Taylor Swift, Alphaville, Peter,Paul and Mary, the Bach Collegium; and Eric Bibb...

Feisty Productions
It's No Fair

Feisty Productions

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2024 64:53


In this episode we begin by reflecting on why there have, as yet , been no far-right riots in Scotland. Is it because, as George Kerevan has suggested in The National, that the development of a civic , progressive Scottish "nationalism" has created a different social/political landscape? We also consider his point that a continuing independence project is central to combatting racism.Lesley reflects on the response to her call for independence supporters to turn out in solidarity against the planned "Pro UK" rally in Glasgow on September the 7th.Meanwhile Elon Musk has launched a vitriolic attack on Humza Yousaf with spurious claims of racism. What malignant role is Musk and X playing in fuelling the far-right ? Should we be abandoning the platform?Musk also "interviewed" Trump on X. Pat listened so you didn't have to. We ask, has Trump lost the plot completely in the aftermath of Biden's withdrawal?The Harris/Walz ticket has turned the fortunes of the Democrats round in the US Presidential election campaign. Who is Tim Walz. Why was he selected? What can the SNP learn from this?Tommy Sheppard writing in The National has put forward a 4 point plan to "win back" the half million disillusioned SNP supporters lost between 2019 and 2024. We analyse it.The go-ahead for Eastern Green Link 2 was given today. This massive energy transfer project will carry green electricity in the main from Scotland to England. Should we be celebrating or bemoaning another North Sea Oil rip off?Plus a lesson learned on genetics and other nonsense. ★ Support this podcast ★

UK Column Podcasts
Common Sense Politics With Craig Houston

UK Column Podcasts

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2024 66:26


Why did Humza Yousaf call Craig Houston an ‘Islamophobic far-right conspiracy theorist'? Craig, a Scottish Unionist podcaster, shared with Diane Rasmussen McAdie what he thinks should be done to repair the disaster that the SNP have created in Scotland. Read the write-up at: https://www.ukcolumn.org/video/common-sense-politics-with-craig-houston

A Muslim & A Jew Go There
A Muslim & a Jew & a First Muslim First Minister of Scotland Go There

A Muslim & A Jew Go There

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2024 53:24


Humza Yousaf, who resigned as Scotland's First Minister in May, was the first Muslim to lead a Western democracy. Sayeeda and David talk to him about his faith, his identity and growing up in a Jewish neighbourhood. He talks movingly about his in-laws in Gaza, and how knowing that condemning Hamas's actions on October 7th could have had fatal repercussions for his family. Also - his views on other more right-wing politicians with South Asian heritage, Sunak and Braverman, and on the need for more empathy in politics.This podcast is produced by Instinct Productions Executive Producers: Jemima Khan Goldsmith and Sarah LintonSeries Producer: Rachel BalmerProduction Manager: Sangeetha VeluruResearch, Fact check and Social Media Production: Philip BermanSend in your questions via email: podcast@instinctproductions.com or via X: @amuslimandajew Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Podlitical
Interview: Patrick Harvie, Scottish Greens (General Election 2024)

Podlitical

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2024 14:05


Martin Geissler sits down with Scottish Greens co-leader Patrick Harvie. The Scottish Greens were part of the Scottish Government, until the then-First minister Humza Yousaf collapsed the Bute House Agreement. They had power, they had exposure, but has that helped their cause? In this audio version of the BBC Scotland Sunday Show interview, Martin asks Harvie about independence, a post-government world for his party, and how he thinks they'll do in the election.Part of a series of interviews with party leaders over the course of the general election campaign. To hear them all, subscribe to Podlitical on BBC Sounds, or tune in to the Sunday Show every Sunday from 10am on BBC One Scotland and Radio Scotland.

Spectator Radio
Women With Balls: Lisa Cameron

Spectator Radio

Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2024 32:05


Lisa Cameron was born in Glasgow and grew up in East Kilbride, the constituency she now represents. After three elections under the SNP, she memorably defected to the Scottish Conservatives in 2023. At the time, Humza Yousaf described it as the least surprising news he'd had since becoming first minister.  On the podcast, Lisa tells Katy about the need for increased investment into mental health provision, her defection from the SNP to the Tories and why Scottish independence is a failed experiment.

Podlitical
First Minister John Swinney

Podlitical

Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2024 22:14


What can we expect from the new First Minister of Scotland John Swinney? As he officially becomes First Minister this week, following no other candidates putting forward their names for leadership, what might be the priorities and challenges of the new John Swinney administration? With a familiar cabinet and the addition of Kate Forbes as the Deputy First Minister, will it be enough to satisfy the half of the party that backed her against Humza Yousaf last year? The team take a look at what we learnt so far about the SNP's priorities this week, including the FM's first FMQs, and how Swinney's time at the top might unfold.

The spiked podcast
280: How Sadiq Khan destroyed London

The spiked podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2024 30:16


Jacob Reynolds joins Tom Slater and Fraser Myers to discuss the London mayoral race, the fall of Humza Yousaf, the bigoted brats of Columbia and the Irish migration crisis. Find out more about spiked's internship programme: https://www.spiked-online.com/interns  Donate to spiked: https://www.spiked-online.com/donate/  Work for spiked: https://www.spiked-online.com/jobs/  Sign up to spiked's newsletters: https://www.spiked-online.com/newsletters/  Check out spiked's shop: https://www.spiked-online.com/shop/

Giles Coren Has No Idea
Tyrannosaurus Swift

Giles Coren Has No Idea

Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2024 24:48


The pressing question this week is: If a T-Rex played Taylor Swift at chess who would win? An octopus has offered to referee, but only if it is paid in food stamps. ‘An expert' has suggested that the T'Rex may have been a little dim…so Giles wonders what or who constitutes dim in the 21st century...?Could the demise of Humza Yousaf be down to the Scottish Nationalists losing the culture wars…when asked for their opinion the great Scottish public replied “Get te f**k!” It turns out that it is not only opinionated columnists who need the culture wars, the Tory party do too, and possibly the Daily Mail. Bland, over processed and will do you no good – Taylor Swift or supermarket bread? The bread of course, but some, may have reached Taylor Swift saturation point. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pod Save the UK
Humza Yousaf's Shock Resignation: Are the Greens Seizing Power in Scotland?

Pod Save the UK

Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2024 47:07


The Westminster rumour mill went into overdrive last weekend peddling an ultimately incorrect rumour that Prime Minister Rishi Sunak was due to call a summer election. With suggestions that this rumour was started by the Labour Party, Nish and Coco ask whether progressives might be starting to control the narrative.And might that change in power balance towards the Left also be coming to the fore in Scotland? Following the shock resignation of First Minister and SNP Leader Humza Yousaf, Politico's reporter Andrew McDonald unpacks how the Green Party may have greater influence in Scottish politics moving forward.And what are the radical solutions we need to address the crisis in Britain's care system for children? The collaborators of the new book Free Loaves on Friday poet Lemn Sissay and journalist Rebekah Pierre explain why hearing directly from care leavers is vital for addressing problems across the system.This week - we present the PSUK hero no one asked for and the villain you never saw coming. Move aside Idris Elba - Nish Kumar is coming for your spotlight…Finally - make sure to look out for a bonus edition of Pod Save the UK this week where we bring you analysis from the results of the elections across England and Wales with Liz Bates.Pod Save the UK is a Reduced Listening production for Crooked Media. Contact us via email: PSUK@reducedlistening.co.ukWhatsApp: 07494 933 444 (UK) or + 44 7494 933 444 (internationally)Insta: https://instagram.com/podsavetheukTwitter: https://twitter.com/podsavetheukTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@podsavetheukFacebook: https://facebook.com/podsavetheukYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/podsavetheworld Guests:Andrew McDonald, PoliticoRebekah Pierre, Journalist and Social WorkerLemn Sissay, Poet and Activist Audio credit:Sky News Useful links:https://www.electoralcommission.org.uk/voting-and-elections/voter-idhttps://unbound.com/books/free-loaves-on-fridays

The Real News Podcast
Nora Loreto's news headlines for Thursday, May 2, 2024

The Real News Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2024 6:39


Canadian journalist Nora Loreto reads the latest headlines for Thursday, May 2, 2024.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 around the world.Find more headlines from Nora at Sandy & Nora Talk Politics podcast feed.Help us continue producing radically independent news and in-depth analysis by following us and becoming a monthly sustainer.Sign up for our newsletterLike us on FacebookFollow us on TwitterDonate to support this podcastReferenced articles:Story 1 - McGill's attempt to clear out pro-Palestine encampment is blocked by judge for being too broad  Story 2 - Landfull search in Saskatoon begins to find remains of woman missing since 2020. Story 3 - ER at Williams Lake hospital closed over night this week due to a lack of nursing staff. Story 4 - The Treasury Board has announced that civil servants will be expected to be in the office three days per week as of the fall. PSAC and PIPSC both vow to fight the plan. Story 5 - The Scottish National Party wins confidence vote after Greens pull support for Humza Yousaf as leader, triggering his resignation.

Inside Europe | Deutsche Welle
Inside Europe 2 May 2024

Inside Europe | Deutsche Welle

Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2024 54:59


The Gaza flotilla activists stranded in Turkey, why Scotland's Humza Yousaf quit while Spain's Pedro Sanchez stays and media activists call for the right to information. Also: EU election season is officially under, why EU enlargement states have veered to the far-right, the end for Slovakia's public broadcaster, Venice's pay-to-get-in rule and Denmark cashes in on Sweden's Eurovision limelight.

Quantum - The Wee Flea Podcast
Quantum 302 - Driving with the Brakes On - Figuring out What's Right and Wrong

Quantum - The Wee Flea Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2024 41:09


This week we look at the NHS sees sense over Trans; THe NYT doesn't; Misgendering pets; Lord Winston banned on TikTok;  Resignation of Humza Yousaf and persecution of Kate Forbes; Indian Council's Incredible Letter; Tracy Ullman; Frank Field; Domestic Violence in Australia; Pausing Biden; Seinfield on unfunny comedy; Cicadia one in a 200 year event; SEEK 33- Art; Rico Tice leaves the Church of England; Russell Brand gets baptised; with music from Del Amitri, Bach, Lindisfarne, Duane Eddy, 10CC; Vivaldi; and Handal 

The New Statesman Podcast
John Swinney - the next leader of Scotland?

The New Statesman Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2024 22:24


One week ago, Humza Yousaf, first minister of Scotland and leader of the Scottish National Party, terminated the power-sharing deal with the Scottish Greens. There had been mounting pressure on both Yousaf's leadership and ending the coalition, but the eventual timing of the termination caused the now former leader to appear panicked and triggered a Scottish government crisis.On Monday, just after 13 months in office, Yousaf resigned, ahead of two no confidence votes. This morning John Swinney announced his leadership to be Scotland's next first minister, meanwhile this afternoon Kate Forbes has announced that she will not be entering the leadership race.But the SNP was deeply fractured when Yousaf inherited it, would a successor be able to unite it?Rachel Cunliffe, associate political editor, is joined by Chris Deerin, Scotland editor, and Freddie Hayward, political correspondent. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Glenn Beck Program
Principles vs. Politics: A Conservative Case to Remove Speaker Johnson | Guests: Rep. Thomas Massie & Stephen Hicks | 5/1/24 |

The Glenn Beck Program

Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2024 129:23


Will protesters at Columbia University finally see consequences for their actions as the chaos continues? Glenn and Stu blast the protesters for complaining about a lack of food availability during their protests. Biden announced that his administration is allocating over $6 billion for loan forgiveness. With everything going wrong in America under Biden, how is he still within striking distance of former President Trump? Rockford University philosophy professor Stephen Hicks joins to further dive into Aleksandr Dugin's dark view of modernity. Glenn and Stephen also discuss how Dugin's mindset is the type of Christian nationalism the Left is so fearful of. Rep. Thomas Massie (R-Ky.) joins to discuss why it's time for Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) to be ousted from his position. Archaeologist Neil Oliver joins to discuss how Scotland's first minister, Humza Yousaf, resigned after only a year of attempting to push progressive policies.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brexitcast
Local Electioncast 2024!

Brexitcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2024 42:00


Today we look at local elections!On Thursday, voters head to the polls to elect councillors, mayors, and police and crime commissioners.These are the last local elections before the next general election, but what will we learn from the results? And who has Luke Skywalker endorsed?Adam and Chris are joined by election guru Professor Sir John Curtice and political correspondent Alex Forsyth.And, Scotland editor James Cook has been speaking to former SNP leader Humza Yousaf after he resigned on Monday. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhereToday's Newscast was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Chris Flynn with Natasha Mayo and Sam McLaren. The technical producer was Hannah Montgomery. The editor is Sam Bonham.

Planet Normal
Wormholes of Woke

Planet Normal

Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2024 53:27


Election fever has reached the rocket this week as the co-pilots await the results from local polling stations up and down the country. And there's nothing short of a tsunami of politics in Scotland. Allison thinks the progressive Left are finally being confronted by the consequences of their policies in light of First Minister, Humza Yousaf's resignation.Whilst Liam thinks Scotland's leadership decision will play a crucial part determining Labour's future in the country.Strapping into the rocket this week to pay tribute to her friend the late Frank Field is Baroness Kate Hoey who also gives her take on the latest relations between Ireland and the UKAnd there's an exciting announcement about the upcoming Planet Normal Event…Read more from Liam: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/authors/liam-halligan/ |Read Liam: ‘Frank Field's warnings on benefits Britain went unheeded': https://www.telegraph.co.uk/business/2024/04/28/frank-field-britain-sicknote-culture-welfare-state/ Read more from Allison: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/authors/a/ak-ao/allison-pearson/ |Read Allison ‘The SNP hasn't realised that ‘socially conservative' is actually normal': https://www.telegraph.co.uk/columnists/2024/05/01/humza-yousaf-kate-forbes-snp-social-conservatism-normal/ |Read Robert Mendick: The images that show the two sides of AstraZeneca's vaccine ‘miracle': https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2024/04/30/astrazeneca-vaccine-jamie-scott-class-action-side-effects/ Need help subscribing or reviewing? Learn more about podcasts here: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/radio/podcasts/podcast-can-find-best-ones-listen/ |Email: planetnormal@telegraph.co.uk |Get tickets for Planet Normal event: telegraph.co.uk/eventsFor 30 days' free access to The Telegraph: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/normal | Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

La ContraCrónica
Yousaf y los límites de los Gobiernos de coalición

La ContraCrónica

Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2024 49:23


El ministro principal de Escocia, Humza Yousaf, dimitió esta semana para evitar una moción de censura en el parlamento tras la ruptura de su coalición con el partido ecologista Scottish Greens. Yousaf llevaba poco más de un año en el cargo, desde finales de marzo de 2023. Llegó hasta ahí de rebote después de las primarias que siguieron a la renuncia de Nicola Sturgeon, que había ganado las elecciones escocesas dos años antes. Yousaf era bien conocido por los escoceses ya que había ocupado varias carteras en la época de Sturgeon. Se le consideraba un colaborador suyo muy cercano, por lo que la militancia decidió entregarle el liderazgo del partido para que hubiese continuidad Fuera de Escocia su figura llamó la atención por su juventud y por el hecho de que es hijo de inmigrantes pakistaníes de confesión musulmana, pero ninguna de esas tres cosas ha pesado lo más mínimo en su año al frente del Gobierno. Tampoco han influido en las circunstancias que han rodeado su espantada. Yousaf se considera un patriota escocés y es partidario de celebrar de nuevo un referéndum de independencia, pero el Partido Nacional Escocés (SNP) va a menos. Los escoceses se han resignado al Brexit y el debate público discurre por derroteros distintos. En definitiva, que la ruptura de la coalición con los Verdes se ha debido razones más prosaicas, concretamente a desacuerdos por la política medioambiental. El caso de Yousaf es, políticamente, un ejemplo de que es mejor saltar antes de que te empujen. Yousaf prefirió romper con los Verdes e inmolarse antes de aceptar las exigencias de sus socios, que se cifraban en que, de aquí a 2030, Escocia debía reducir el 75% en las emisiones de dióxido de carbono sobre la base de 1990. Para 2045 esa reducción tendría que ser del 100%. El Gobierno escocés hizo números y simplemente no le salían. Para conseguir el objetivo impuesto por los ecologistas habría que instalar 80.000 bombas de calor para sustituir a las calderas de gas. En la carretera supondría la instalación de 24.000 puntos de recarga y acelerar la renovación del parque móvil mediante subsidios. Para los agricultores locales no habría consuelo ya que buena parte de su maquinaria aún carece de alternativas eléctricas. Respecto a la aviación, hubiese supuesto el fin de aeropuertos como el de Edimburgo o el de Glasgow, que juntos mueven unos 18 millones de pasajeros anualmente, tres veces la población de aquella región. Con puertos como el de Aberdeen hubiese sucedido algo similar. Yousaf sabía que aquello era un suicidio que costaría las elecciones de 2026 al SNP y ha preferido marcharse. No estaba, eso sí, en su mejor momento. El SNP ha perdido atractivo y, con él, el nacionalismo escocés asediado por una investigación judicial sobre su financiación. Los laboristas de Keir Starmer están en alza en todo el Reino Unido y una parte nada despreciable del voto nacionalista podría irse para allá. La crisis que atraviesa el Partido Conservador tiene como contrapartida que los nacionalistas escoceses pierdan atractivo entre el electorado, algo que ya se veía venir desde hace tiempo. El nacionalismo en Escocia es un movimiento esencialmente de izquierdas y sólo funciona a pleno rendimiento cuando los tories reinan en Westminster. Ese reinado concluirá este mismo año y sus efectos se sienten ya en todo el país. Pues bien, para hablar sobre este tema que, como vemos tiene varias y muy interesantes aristas, tenemos hoy en La ContraCrónica a Andrea Martos, nuestra corresponsal en el Reino Unido que está de paso por Madrid. · Canal de Telegram: https://t.me/lacontracronica · “Contra la Revolución Francesa”… https://amzn.to/4aF0LpZ · “Hispanos. Breve historia de los pueblos de habla hispana”… https://amzn.to/428js1G · “La ContraHistoria de España. Auge, caída y vuelta a empezar de un país en 28 episodios”… https://amzn.to/3kXcZ6i · “Lutero, Calvino y Trento, la Reforma que no fue”… https://amzn.to/3shKOlK · “La ContraHistoria del comunismo”… https://amzn.to/39QP2KE Apoya La Contra en: · Patreon... https://www.patreon.com/diazvillanueva · iVoox... https://www.ivoox.com/podcast-contracronica_sq_f1267769_1.html · Paypal... https://www.paypal.me/diazvillanueva Sígueme en: · Web... https://diazvillanueva.com · Twitter... https://twitter.com/diazvillanueva · Facebook... https://www.facebook.com/fernandodiazvillanueva1/ · Instagram... https://www.instagram.com/diazvillanueva · Linkedin… https://www.linkedin.com/in/fernando-d%C3%ADaz-villanueva-7303865/ · Flickr... https://www.flickr.com/photos/147276463@N05/?/ · Pinterest... https://www.pinterest.com/fernandodiazvillanueva Encuentra mis libros en: · Amazon... https://www.amazon.es/Fernando-Diaz-Villanueva/e/B00J2ASBXM #FernandoDiazVillanueva #escocia #humzayousaf Escucha el episodio completo en la app de iVoox, o descubre todo el catálogo de iVoox Originals

Today in Focus
Scotland's first minister Humza Yousaf resigns

Today in Focus

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2024 27:28


On Monday, Scotland's first minister Humza Yousaf announced his resignation. What does this mean for the Scottish National party? Severin Carrell and Libby Brooks report. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus

FT News Briefing
Scotland's first minister resigns

FT News Briefing

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2024 11:30


Humza Yousaf is resigning as Scotland's first minister, and WeWork's senior creditors are poised to take control of the reorganised co-working space provider. Plus, an Africa-focused venture capital firm has steered one of the region's biggest fundraising efforts of the past five months. Mentioned in this podcast:Humza Yousaf quits as Scotland's first ministerWeWork agrees restructuring deal that shuts out Adam Neumann's comeback bidAfrica-focused fund draws early investors to tech industryFT Life & Art podcastThe FT News Briefing is produced by Fiona Symon, Sonja Hutson, Kasia Broussalian and Marc Filippino. Additional help by Sam Giovinco, Peter Barber, Michael Lello, David da Silva and Gavin Kallmann. Our engineer is Monica Lopez. Topher Forhecz is the FT's executive producer. The FT's global head of audio is Cheryl Brumley. The show's theme song is by Metaphor Music.Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

OH GOD, WHAT NOW? Formerly Remainiacs
Who'll stop the Rayner?

OH GOD, WHAT NOW? Formerly Remainiacs

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2024 63:06


The right wing press's feverish attempts to take down Angela Rayner seem to be failing. What's the secret of Rayner's appeal and what does the future hold for Labour's combative Deputy Leader? Plus, the SNP in turmoil as Humza Yousaf's powerplay against the Greens goes badly wrong, forcing him to quit as Scotland's First Minister. Scottish writer Gerry Hassan unpacks it for us. And how misty-eyed nostalgia accounts sneak hardline culture war dogwhistles into your mum's Facebook feed. Final tickets for Oh God, What Now? Live in Islington with special guest Jan Ravens are still available. The dark subtext of Classical Art and Architecture Twitter. • “She is quite gobby… but she's unapologetic of who she is.” – Marie Le Conte • “If Angela Rayner was in the Tory party they would love her!” – Alex Andreou • “She's the most powerful communicator for the message that Sunak is not in touch with real people's lives.” – Alex Andreou • “People used to leave their doors unlocked years ago because there was nothing to nick!” – Andrew Harrison We're on YouTube!: https://www.youtube.com/@ohgodwhatnow  www.patreon.com/ohgodwhatnow Presented by Andrew Harrison with Alex Andreou and Marie Le Conte. Producer: Chris Jones. Audio production by: Robin Leeburn. Video production by: Kieron Leslie. Group Editor: Andrew Harrison. Managing Editor: Jacob Jarvis. OH GOD, WHAT NOW? is a Podmasters production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Best of Today
Who will be Scotland's next leader?

Best of Today

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2024 8:29


The search for a new First Minister of Scotland has started - the third in three years - after Humza Yousaf announced his resignation yesterday in an emotional speech.Yousaf says he "underestimated" the hurt caused by his decision to scrap the SNP's power-sharing agreement with the Scottish Greens - a move that prompted two no-confidence votes.The polls suggest there is something more fundamental going on - a belief that ministers here in Edinburgh are simply not delivering the basics, like a health service that works and schools with high standards, even though it is they and not ministers in Westminster, who are in charge of those policies.Today's Nick Robinson spends the day in Holyrood reflecting on the fall out of another emotional resignation by another Scottish first minister.Listen to Today on BBC Radio 4 and BBC Sounds: 6-9am weekdays and 7-9am on Saturdays.

Brexitcast
Yousaf Resigns! What Next For Scotland?

Brexitcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2024 32:32


Today, we look Humza Yousaf stepping down as Scotland's first minister. In an emotional resignation speech, Yousaf said he had “clearly underestimated" the hurt he'd caused the Scottish Greens by ending the SNP's power-sharing deal with them in the way he did. As a result, the SNP leader was facing two votes of no confidence later this week. Yousaf says he will stay on as first minister until the Scottish National Party chooses his replacement.Who will become the new first minister? What does this mean for Scottish independence? Adam is joined by Chris and BBC Scotland Editor James Cook. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Jack Maclaren with Natasha Mayo and Sam McLaren. The technical producer was Hannah Montgomery. The editor is Sam Bonham.

Coffee House Shots
Humza Yousaf quits – what next?

Coffee House Shots

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2024 15:20


Scotland's First Minister Humza Yousaf has just announced his intention to resign. Lucy Dunn speaks to Katy Balls and Spectator contributor Iain Macwhirter about how the past few weeks have led to this point and what to expect from an SNP leadership contest.

James O'Brien - The Whole Show
Humza Yousaf resigns as Scotland's first minister

James O'Brien - The Whole Show

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2024 144:12


This is a catch-up version of James O'Brien's live, daily show on LBC Radio. To join the conversation call: 0345 60 60 973

Six O'Clock News
29/04/2024 Scotland's First Minister resigns

Six O'Clock News

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2024 31:04


Humza Yousaf says he "underestimated" the hurt after ending deal with Scottish Greens

Brexitcast
Conservative Defects!

Brexitcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2024 29:44


Dr Dan Poulter has quit the Conservatives and joins Labour, saying that he “found it increasingly difficult to look my NHS colleagues in the eye”. Laura, Paddy and Henry discussion all the ramifications; what it means for Rishi Sunak and Sir Keir Starmer. And the inevitable question - could it affect when the Prime Minister calls an election?In Scotland, it's set to be a bumpy week for Humza Yousaf. Laura's been speaking with his former boss and head of the Alba party, Alex Salmond, who's suggested his party could offer support to the SNP. But the First Minister has pledged to battle through without his support. The question is: how?Listen to the Newscast Ultimate Guide to the local elections here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/p0hmkdy4You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhereNewscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Chris Gray with Rufus Gray. The technical producer was Mike Regaard. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham

Coffee House Shots
Isabel Hardman's Sunday Roundup - 28/04/2024

Coffee House Shots

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2024 15:17


Isabel Hardman presents highlights from Sunday morning's political shows. The prime minister is in a frustrated mood as he bats away questions about the general election. Dan Poulter has defected to Labour, and Wes Streeting says more disaffected Tories are welcome. Humza Yousaf is walking a tightrope as he faces two votes of no-confidence. And Streeting defends Labour's decision to keep the pensions triple lock. Produced by Joe Bedell-Brill. 

Brexitcast
WhatSNPpening with Scotland's First Minister!?

Brexitcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2024 39:56


Today, we look at Humza Yousaf facing a vote of no confidence in the Scottish Parliament.The First Minister says he won't resign and is ‘very confident' he'll win the vote. The vote was triggered after he ended a power-sharing agreement between the SNP and Scottish Greens, because of disagreements over climate policy and the use of puberty blockers for under 18s. Adam is joined by Laura Kuenssberg and BBC Scotland Editor James Cook.And Tim Shipman, author of All Out War and No Way Out, speaks to Adam about the Brexit years and the role of the ‘mating porcupines'. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Jack Maclaren with Gemma Roper, Sam McLaren and Natasha Mayo. The technical producer was Michael Regaard. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.

Coffee House Shots
Can Humza Yousaf hang on?

Coffee House Shots

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2024 11:19


Humza Yousaf faces the biggest crisis of his leadership to date – with his fate in the hands of former SNP leadership rival Ash Regan. Will Humza step down before he is pushed? Or is there a narrow gap through which the First Minister can fight on? Lucy Dunn speaks to Fraser Nelson and Katy Balls. 

For the Many with Iain Dale & Jacqui Smith

Iain and Jacqui discuss Humza Yousaf's problems, the Rwanda Bill becoming an Act, defence spending, rail renationalization, the US Ukraine vote, the departure of Huw Edwards from the BBC, the death of Frank Field and calls for the Met Commissioner's resignation. Smut quota: Low... with the odd exception.

Coffee House Shots
Is this the beginning of the end for Humza Yousaf?

Coffee House Shots

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2024 14:37


After two and a half years in government together, Humza Yousaf has terminated the SNP's governing pact with the Scottish Greens. The decision was rubber stamped at a hastily arranged meeting of the Scottish cabinet on Thursday morning. It preempts a vote by rank-and-file Green members on whether to walk away from Yousaf's government after he ditched a key climate target. In response, The Scottish Conservatives have tabled a vote of no confidence vote. And the Yousaf might very well lose it, now the Greens are out of the government. What will this mean for the first minister? Katy Balls speaks to Lucy Dunn, Iain Macwhirter and Fraser Nelson.  Produced by Oscar Edmondson. 

Six O'Clock News
25/04/2024 Humza Yousaf faces confidence vote

Six O'Clock News

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2024 30:58


Humza Yousaf faces a confidence vote by MSPs, after ending power-sharing with the Greens. And, the Hollywood mogul, Harvey Weinstein, has had a rape conviction overturned.

Irish Times Inside Politics
From the Rwanda Bill to the Cass Report - the issues driving UK politics

Irish Times Inside Politics

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2024 40:30


London Correspondent Mark Paul joins Hugh Linehan to talk about the issues making an impact on British politics right now. The issues include upcoming local elections, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's drive to pass his Rwanda Bill, which will allow Britain to deport illegal migrants to Rwanda while their claims are processed, and the contrasting fortunes of the Conservative and Labour parties. In part two they look north to Scotland, where the Scottish National Party is showing signs of fatigue after a prolonged period in power. It is a weariness that shows in party leader Humza Yousaf's struggle to handle a wide range of controversies, from green policies to corruption, rape trial reforms and trans rights. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

HARDtalk
Humza Yousaf: Is the SNP's supremacy in Scotland under threat?

HARDtalk

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2024 22:58


Stephen Sackur speaks to Scotland's First Minister Humza Yousaf. His first year in the top job has been tough. Is the Scottish National Party's supremacy in peril?

Real Coffee with Scott Adams
Episode 2435 CWSA 04/05/24

Real Coffee with Scott Adams

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2024 70:29


My book Reframe Your Brain, available now on Amazon https://tinyurl.com/3bwr9fm8 Find my "extra" content on Locals: https://ScottAdams.Locals.com Content: Politics, The Diddler, Nuclear Power Technology, Atlantic Council, AI Copyright Infringement, Elderly Boomers Work Ethic, Kids Mental Health, Scotland Anti-Hate Speech, Humza Yousaf, Ed Krassenstein, Truth Social Stock, Barry Diller, President Trump, President Biden, Election Security Opposition, Postal Union, Ukraine War Deaths, Tony Blinken, NATO Ukraine, Israel Hamas War, Scott Adams ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ If you would like to enjoy this same content plus bonus content from Scott Adams, including micro-lessons on lots of useful topics to build your talent stack, please see scottadams.locals.com for full access to that secret treasure. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scott-adams00/support

The spiked podcast
276: Humza Yousaf: hate criminal?

The spiked podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2024 39:41


Madeline Grant joins Tom Slater and Lauren Smith to discuss Scotland's hate-crime farce, the West's abandonment of Israel and the inhumanity of ‘assisted dying'. Find out more about spiked's internship programme here:  https://www.spiked-online.com/2024/04/05/apply-now-to-become-a-spiked-intern/ Donate to spiked: https://www.spiked-online.com/donate/  Work for spiked: https://www.spiked-online.com/jobs/  Sign up to spiked's newsletters: https://www.spiked-online.com/newsletters/  Check out spiked's shop: https://www.spiked-online.com/shop/

Today in Focus
Scotland's new hate crime law

Today in Focus

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2024 28:14


The Scottish government has introduced a hate crime law that broadens protections for marginalised groups but critics say it limits freedom of speech. Libby Brooks reports. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus

The Ricochet Audio Network Superfeed
The Weekly Sceptic: J.K. Trolling (#82)

The Ricochet Audio Network Superfeed

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2024


Welcome to The Weekly Sceptic, episode 82! This week: -JK Rowling dares Humza Yousaf and his goons in Police Scotland to arrest her for the crime of ‘misgendering’. -A devastating new poll has the Conservatives winning just 98 seats — and Rishi’s might not be one of them! -Team GB says to the Football Association: […]

Coffee House Shots
Could Scotland's new Hate Crime Act overwhelm the police?

Coffee House Shots

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2024 10:29


The SNP's new Hate Crime Act came into effect yesterday, but already it has been met with backlash. On the episode, James Heale talks to Isabel Hardman and Lucy Dunn on why Humza Yousaf insisted on this law and whether it could overwhelm the police. Produced by Cindy Yu.