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Deputy political editor Jessica Elgot explains the new deal signed between Britain and the EU, and asks whether UK politics is finally over Brexit. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus

The spotlight was back on the assisted dying bill this week after it was revealed that the requirement for a high court judge to decide on cases was to be scrapped. Those in favour of assisted dying say the change will make it safer, but does it undermine trust in the bill? Gaby Hinsliff, in for John Harris, talks to our deputy political editor, Jessica Elgot, about the changes, and asks Kit Malthouse and Jess Asato – MPs on different sides of the debate – what happens next Send your questions and feedback to politicsweeklyuk@theguardian.com. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod

Deputy political editor Jessica Elgot explains how the assisted dying bill came to the House of Commons this week, and how MPs are feeling about their vote. Dr Lucy Thomas speaks about her experience in palliative care and her fears if MPs vote the bill through. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus

Ben Riley Smith of The Daily Telegraph looks back on the week in Westminster. In the week of the election of Donald Trump as the next US President, Ben discusses the implications of the result with Stewart Woods, Labour peer and former adviser to Gordon Brown and Sir Liam Fox, the former Conservative Defence Secretary - and International Trade Secretary during Donald Trump's first presidency.To discuss the impact of the changes to inheritance tax on farms Ben is joined by Liberal Democrat MP Sarah Dyke and the Deputy Director of the Institute for Fiscal Studies, Helen Miller.The former Universities Minister and Conservative peer, Jo Johnson, discusses the government's announcement, earlier this week, that tuition fees for students in England would rise next year.And, as the new Conservative party leader, Kemi Badenoch, faced Sir Keir Starmer for the first time at Prime Minister's Questions, Quentin Letts, political sketchwriter for the Daily Mail and Jessica Elgot, Deputy Political Editor of the Guardian give us their verdict.

It's coming up to 100 days since Labour took power, but its honeymoon period was cut short by a flurry of negative headlines. Will getting rid of Starmer's highest-paid aide help? Jessica Elgot reports. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus

Far-right mobs have continued to threaten communities this week, with violence expected at asylum centres and law firms on Wednesday night. Keir Starmer has said he wants sentences handed out by the end of the week to those already arrested but does this leave the root causes of the violence untouched? Gaby Hinsliff speaks to the Guardian's deputy political editor, Jessica Elgot, and Nazir Afzal, the former chief prosecutor for the north-west of England. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod

The new Labour government gets its first chance to set a legislative agenda with the king's speech at the state opening of parliament. Jessica Elgot examines how radical it will be. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus

After Labour's 2019 election defeat, Keir Starmer vowed to transform the party. Who are the advisers who have helped him shape it? Jessica Elgot reports. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus

A week into the election, we explore party control of the media message and the gaffes that happen when things go wrong. We hear live from the Labour battle bus, talk to Boris Johnson's former social media strategist and look at the way the different campaigns are crafting their message on TikTok. Shona Ghosh, Senior Editor, Bloomberg; Martha Lane Fox, former Board Member, Twitter/X; Katy Balls, Political Editor, The Spectator; Sean Topham, Co-Founder, Topham Guerin; Jessica Elgot, Deputy Political Editor, The Guardian; Timandra Harkness, writer and author of Technology is Not the Problem; Sam Jeffers, Executive  Director, Who Targets Me

Days after former deputy prime minister Dominic Raab's resignation, Sophy Ridge talks to the new man in the job, Oliver Dowden.They discuss if he believes Dominic Raab is a bully, the upcoming local elections, and whether Tory scandals are distracting from court backlogs.Plus Sir Ed Davey, leader of the Lib Dems, tells Sophy about the party "gaining momentum" and his thoughts on the Raab bullying report.To discuss these interviews in-depth, Sophy is joined by The Guardian's deputy political editor Jessica Elgot, as well as programme editor Scott Beasley.Producer: Emma Rae WoodhouseEditor: Philly Beaumont

It's the end of an era for two politicians: Nicola Sturgeon has announced she will quit as leader of the SNP and Jeremy Corbyn has been blocked from re-entering the Labour party by Keir Starmer. Gaby Hinsliff is in for John Harris and she speaks to Guardian deputy political editor Jessica Elgot and former Conservative cabinet minister David Gauke. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod

Over the next couple of months, thousands of teachers are due to strike across the UK. What is the government doing in response to their demand for an above-inflation pay increase? Jessica Elgot reports. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus

The Conservative leadership race has been derailed by U-turns, highlighting the weaknesses of the candidates. But with Keir Starmer also seemingly unable to decide if Labour frontbenchers should or shouldn't join picket lines, the Guardian's John Harris is joined by our chief political correspondent, Jessica Elgot, and Gavin Barwell the former chief of staff to Theresa May to ask why we don't have any political leaders of substance any more. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod

In the final episode hosted by the Guardian's lobby team, Jessica Elgot and Aubrey Allegretti look at how the government is responding to the Ukraine crisis, and a criminal investigation into Downing Street parties. Jess is then joined by Heather Stewart and John Crace to look back at a wild few years in UK politics. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod

Jessica Elgot and Polly Toynbee question the prime minister's ability to apologise after Keir Starmer is harassed by an angry mob. Plus, Giles Kenningham and Tim Durant examine the staff shake-up at Downing Street. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod

Sue Gray's report into Covid lockdown rule-breaking in Downing Street has finally been published. Jessica Elgot analyses what it means for Boris Johnson's future. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus

After a chaotic prime minister's questions on Wednesday, rumours circulated about which Tories were sending in letters of no confidence about Boris Johnson, and which were taking them back. Jessica Elgot and Polly Toynbee look at what lies ahead for the PM. Plus, Stewart Wood and Sonia Khan on the working culture in No 10 Downing Street. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod

A note from the Guardian's chief political correspondent, Jessica Elgot, as we head into 2022. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod

Scandals were rampant throughout the halls of parliament in 2021, with sleaze, affairs, party leadership tussles, and lockdown parties at No 10 Downing Street. So what should we expect from UK politics next year? Jessica Elgot, Heather Stewart and Rafael Behr make their predictions. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod

Rowena Mason and Zoe Williams look at the potential consequences of the bombshell video that has thrown doubt on Boris Johnson's repeated denials that there was a Christmas party at No 10 last year. Plus: Aubrey Allegretti, Peter Walker and Jessica Elgot look at what the byelections tell us about the need for a progressive alliance. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod

As the PM contradicts his own scientists, Jessica Elgot and Gaby Hinsliff discuss the government's response to the new Omicron Covid variant. Plus: is Keir Starmer's new shadow cabinet an election-winning Labour team? Starmer's former director of communications Ben Nunn gives us his take in an exclusive first interview since he resigned last summer. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod

As row over MPs' second jobs escalates, the Conservative party's sleaze scandal is not going away. Jessica Elgot and Rafael Behr assess how damaging this could get for the Tories. Plus: the Guardian's sketch writer John Crace on writing satire during a year of chaos in Westminster. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod

Following the death of the MP for Southend West, the second killing of an MP in five years, Jessica Elgot and Dan Sabbagh look at the security measures in place for public figures and what more could be done to keep them safe. Plus, Rupa Huq MP tells Aubrey Allegretti about the value, and risks, of constituency surgeries. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod

In a 90-minute speech rounding off the Labour party conference, Keir Starmer promised a ‘strong plan for government' and attacked his counterpart in Downing Street, calling him a ‘showman'. Jessica Elgot and the lobby team in Brighton bring us the highlights and lowlights of the event. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod

The Labour party meets this weekend in Brighton for its first in-person annual conference since Keir Starmer won the leadership. Jessica Elgot explains why it could define his future prospects. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus

There's a new cabinet in town – or at least a different one than yesterday. Aubrey Allegretti and Rowena Mason look at the winners and losers of Boris Johnson's reshuffle. Plus, Jessica Elgot and Rafael Behr analyse the government's Covid winter plan. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod

In the last episode of our special summer series, Jessica Elgot asks her guests: Who is the elusive David Frost? When did he become such a Eurosceptic? And how will the continuous fallout from Brexit affect his legacy?. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod

Taking a break from our summer series, Jessica Elgot and Dan Sabbagh discuss what the UK government can do after the Taliban completed their takeover of Afghanistan much more quickly than many ministers were expecting. How do they plan to help thousands of stranded Afghans looking for asylum?. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod

In the first episode of our special summer series, Jessica Elgot asks her guests: who is the new Health Secretary, Sajid Javid? How did he rise to the top? What makes him tick? And is he as funny as some claim he is?. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod

Jessica Elgot and Polly Toynbee discuss a purge of so-called far-left factions from the Labour party. Plus, as Boris Johnson again delays the social care overhaul, Heather Stewart, David Gauke, Jill Rutter and Ryan Shorthouse look at the future for his premiership goals. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod

Jessica Elgot and Martin Kettle discuss the government's narrow win to slash foreign aid spending. Plus, Sienna Rodgers, Will Tanner and Sunder Katwala reflect on how politicians are waking up to a progressive patriotism. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod

Jessica Elgot and Rafael Behr discuss Matt Hancock's departure and the issues facing the new health secretary, Sajid Javid. Plus, after one of the nastiest campaigns in UK politics in recent times, will the Batley and Spen byelection cause another electoral upset for Labour?. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod

Jessica Elgot and Martin Kettle discuss the political fallout of the announced delay to the lifting of coronavirus restrictions in England. Plus: Peter Walker is joined by Sonia Sodha and Katy Balls to ask why MPs are so keen to get involved in the perennial culture wars. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod

Heather Stewart and Polly Toynbee discuss the Tory rebellion over foreign aid cuts in a week in which the government will host the G7 group of wealthy nations. Jessica Elgot is joined by Patrick Wintour and Sir Ivan Rogers to look ahead to the summit. Plus: Rory Carroll asks Dr Alan Renwick about the findings of the working group on unification referendums on the island of Ireland. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod

Jessica Elgot and Zoe Williams look at the arguments for and against lifting England's last Covid restrictions on 21 June; Libby Brooks, Dani Garavelli and Kezia Dugdale discuss the newly elected Scottish parliament; plus Aubrey Allegretti talks to Sajjad Karim about the Tory Islamophobia report published last week. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod

Jessica Elgot and Gaby Hinsliff dissect what was and was not mentioned in the Queen's speech on Tuesday. Ailbhe Rea and Ellie Mae O'Hagan look at where the Labour party is headed after very mixed election results. Plus, Peter Walker speaks to Francis Elliot about how successive governments have tried and failed to tackle social care reform. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod

Jessica Elgot is joined by Zoe Williams and Sonia Sodha to make sense of the chaos at No 10 Downing Street. Peter Walker, Helena Smith and Jon Henley discuss the pressure European leaders are under to get people travelling again this summer. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod

Jessica Elgot and Martin Kettle run through the week's biggest stories, including the growing Greensill scandal. Rory Carroll and Naomi Long discuss what's happening in Northern Ireland. Plus, Aubrey Allegretti previews that all-important byelection in Hartlepool. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod

Jessica Elgot and Rafael Behr discuss calls for a public inquiry into the UK government's handling of coronavirus, as well as the ongoing vaccine battle with the EU. Plus, Jessica speaks to several key political figures in Westminster and beyond about their memories of when the prime minister announced the first national lockdown. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod

Jessica Elgot and Sonia Sodha run over a turbulent week in Westminster. Henry Hill and Laura Round discuss the difficulties for Conservatives in responding to the proposed overseas aid cut. Plus, Severin Carrell speaks to the new leader of the Scottish Labour party leader, Anas Sarwar. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod

Jessica Elgot and Polly Toynbee discuss the government's latest plans to exit lockdown. Richard Partington and Charlotte Alldritt look ahead to next week's budget, and Larry Elliott and Katy Balls discuss the man behind the budget, Rishi Sunak.. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod

Jessica Elgot and John Crace look at why the latest coronavirus travel restrictions might not work the way the government expects. Plus, Helen Davidson and Jon Henley on how the world sees the UK's Covid response. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod

Recorded before Boris Johnson's statement to parliament: Jessica Elgot and Michael Savage discuss the UK's Covid response. Patrick Wintour and Bronwen Maddox look at how a Biden presidency might affect UK foreign policy. Plus, Rajeev Syal speaks to the new head of Unison, Christina McAnea, about the ‘day of reckoning' coming for the government. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod

Jessica Elgot is joined by Rafael Behr to talk about a week of confusion over lockdown rules and free school meals. Lisa O'Carroll updates us on how Brexit has affected UK trade with the EU so far. Plus, Stephen Bush and Rachel Shabi discuss the potential for 2021 to be ‘the year of Keir'. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod

Heather Stewart, Jessica Elgot, John Crace and Peter Walker run through the many political headlines that made a splash in 2020. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod

Heather Stewart and Jessica Elgot explore what might have happened if Gordon Brown had called an election in 2007, if remain had won the EU referendum or if Scotland had voted yes to independence. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod

Jessica Elgot and John Crace discuss this week's lockdown restrictions vote in the Commons. Zoe Williams and Caroline Flint debate the Labour party's upcoming Brexit dilemma. Plus, Juliette Garside investigates Rishi Sunak's wealth. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod

Jessica Elgot and Michael Savage discuss the latest on Corbyn, Johnson's self-isolation and lockdown restrictions in Scotland. Patrick Wintour reports on a trip to Moscow by a Foreign Office minister. Plus Salma Shah and Jason Stein describe what it is like to be a spad in times of crisis. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod

Following the publication of the EHRC’s investigation into antisemitism in the Labour party its leader Keir Starmer called it a ‘day of shame’. Jessica Elgot reports on how the party is moving forward. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus

Jessica Elgot and Polly Toynbee look at the potential fallout from the Equality and Human Rights Commission's report into Labour. Katy Balls from The Spectator and Will Tanner from the thinktank Onward look at why now is a tipping point for the Conservatives. Plus: Rajeev Syal speaks to Chris Bryant of the commons select committee on standards. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod

Jessica Elgot and Helen Pidd break down the three-tier risk system now in place in England. Lisa O'Carroll and Mujtaba Rahman look at the latest Brexit negotiations. Plus, Rajeev Syal speaks to Meg Hillier MP, chair of the public accounts committee. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod

Jessica Elgot and Sonia Sodha discuss the latest from Westminster, and Fiona Harvey updates us on Cop26 summit preparations. Plus, Polly MacKenzie and Naomi Smith review the Liberal Democrats' conference. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod

The PM has been attempting to quell disquiet on several fronts, says the Guardian’s Jessica Elgot, with backbench Conservative MPs rebelling over the government’s latest Brexit plans, Covid-19 restrictions and a series of damaging U-turns. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus

Jessica Elgot and John Crace discuss the Covid testing catastrophe and Angela Rayner's PMQs debut; Rory Carroll and Katy Hayward ponder the future of Northern Irish politics; plus, Rajeev Syal speaks with the new head of the Whitehall spending watchdog, Gareth Davies. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod

Jessica Elgot chats to Peter Walker after the first prime minister's questions following the summer recess. MPs tell us about their thoughts as they head back to Westminster, and Anne Alexander explains why UK democracy requires more black political journalists. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod

Jonathan Freedland and Jessica Elgot discuss the last week in Westminster. Peter Walker talks to the Liberal Democrat leadership candidate Ed Davey. Plus Rajeev Syal talks to the head of the FDA union about the state of the civil service. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod

In his first Prime Minister's Questions, Boris Johnson clashes with Jeremy Corbyn over Brexit and the possibility of a snap election. Listen back to the first 40 minutes of debate, plus analysis and reaction from 5 Live's Adrian Chiles, BBC Deputy Political Editor John Pienaar, Guardian political correspondent Jessica Elgot and assistant editor of The Spectator, Isabel Hardman.

Jessica Elgot and her guests react to the prime minister's suspension of parliament for five weeks from mid-September, an act the Commons Speaker, John Bercow, called a ‘constitutional outrage', and Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn said was a ‘threat to our democracy'. Jessica is joined by the Guardian journalists Rafael Behr, Owen Jones and Sonia Sodha to analyse Boris Johnson's motives and what steps are available for MPs returning to the Commons next week.. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod

Jessica Elgot is joined in the studio by Katy Balls, Martin Kettle and Stephanie Lloyd to discuss Boris Johnson's trip to Northern Ireland and no-deal Brexit planning. Please note: In the first release of this podcast on 01/08/19 Martin Kettle was heard to say that the majority of opinion in Northern Ireland is opposed to the Northern Ireland backstop. This was an error and we apologise. This has been removed from the podcast. Majority of opinion in Northern Ireland supports the backstop and the majority of members of the NI assembly (if it was sitting) are from parties that support the backstop too. Updated: 02/08/19. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod

Jessica Elgot is joined by Polly Toynbee, Aditya Chakrabortty, Isabel Hardman and John Crace to discuss next week's prime-ministerial reshuffle. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod

Jessica Elgot is joined by Ellie Mae O'Hagan, Sonia Sodha, Henry Newman and Robin Renwick to discuss ambassadorial strife in Washington, the warring Tory party and Labour's latest Brexit fudge. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod

Jessica Elgot is joined by Polly Toynbee, Isabel Hardman, Jonathan Lis and Richard Partington to discuss the week's key political events. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod

We look at the prospects for the two women in the race for the Conservative Party leadership. Is there a chance the UK may see its third female Prime Minister? We hear from Rachel Sylvester, the award winning journalist who has interviewed them both and from Jessica Elgot, chief political correspondent for the Guardian about the view from the parliamentary lobby as MPs make their minds up ahead of the first ballot on Thursday. You don't need qualifications to teach your children about science. The science blogger Nanogirl, aka Dr Michelle Dickinson, who set up a nanomechanical testing lab in New Zealand has created a cookbook to teach children about cooking and science at the same time. Michelle talks about the significance of nanotechnology and easy ways for non-scientific parents to get their children into it.Emilie Pine, an associate professor at University College, Dublin has written her first non-academic book, Notes to Self, a collection of essays about what it is to be a woman. She talks to Jenni about the taboo subjects she explores including infertility, miscarriage, menstruation and the effects of alcoholism in a family.Kenya's High Court has ruled against campaigners seeking to overturn a law banning gay sex. Gay sex in Kenya is punishable by up to 14 years in prison, although it is not clear whether there have ever been any convictions. Two women talk about the impact of this ruling on them and other queer women in Kenya.

Jessica Elgot is joined by Sarah Elliott, Martha Gill, Sonia Sodha and Will Tanner to discuss the week's key political events. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod

Jessica Elgot is joined by Dan Sabbagh, Jonathan Freedland, Stephanie Lloyd and Henry Newman to discuss the fallout of the Huawei leak, including Gavin Williamson's sacking. Also: whether a customs union could be the key to finding an agreement on Brexit. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod

Jessica Elgot is joined by Polly Toynbee, Dan Sabbagh and Aarti Shankar to discuss the PM's possible departure, and contenders for the top job. Plus: the Labour MP Rachel Reeves tells us about the forgotten women of Westminster. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod

Jessica Elgot is joined by Rafael Behr, Grace Blakeley and Henry Newman to discuss the fallout from this week's calamitous Brexit vote. Plus: Tony Blair – hero or villain?. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod

Jessica Elgot is joined by Polly Toynbee, Rafael Behr and Will Tanner to discuss an article 50 extension and Labour support for a people's vote. Plus: can we trust the Independent Group's poll ratings?. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod

Jessica Elgot is joined by Sonia Sodha, Peter Walker and Ryan Shorthouse to discuss the latest Brexit progress, or lack of it. Plus: we weigh up the contenders in the US Democratic presidential race, and wonder what to do about Tory obstructionist Christopher Chope. To support The Guardian's independent journalism, visit theguardian.com/give/podcast

Jessica Elgot is joined by Polly Toynbee, Martin Kettle and Aarti Shankar to discuss the latest round of fantasy Brexit. Plus: a short history of Brexit, and why MPs should pay their speeding fines. To support The Guardian's independent journalism, visit theguardian.com/give/podcast

Jessica Elgot is joined by Rafael Behr, Owen Jones and Henry Newman to discuss what happens after this week's tumultuous Brexit vote. Plus: is Brexit a disaster for public services?. To support The Guardian's independent journalism, visit theguardian.com/give/podcast

Jessica Elgot is joined by Rafael Behr, Susanna Rustin and Katy Balls to discuss Theresa May's doomsday preparations. Plus: should Brexit be decided by a citizens assembly instead of parliament?. To support The Guardian's independent journalism, visit theguardian.com/give/podcast

Jessica Elgot is joined by Jonathan Freedland, Lisa O'Carroll and Sam Lowe to review a whirlwind week in Westminster. Plus: Jon Henley on the gilets jaunes protest movement that has seized France. To support The Guardian's independent journalism, visit theguardian.com/give/podcast

Jessica Elgot is joined by Owen Jones, Dan Sabbagh and Allie Renison to weigh the prospects for next week's all-important vote. To support The Guardian's independent journalism, visit theguardian.com/give/podcast

Jessica Elgot is joined by Michael White, Katy Balls and John Crace to discuss Theresa May's future. Also this week: Jonathan Holslag explains how patterns in history can help us predict today's political upheavals. Please support our work and help us keep the world informed. To fund us, go to https://www.theguardian.com/give/podcast

Pippa Crerar is joined by Giles Kenningham, Katy Balls, Jessica Elgot and Andrew Gimson at the Conservative party conference in Birmingham. Plus we ask the Tory faithful: why does Boris Johnson still have such a hold on the party?. Please support our work and help us keep the world informed. To fund us, go to https://www.theguardian.com/give/podcast

Heather Stewart is joined by Jessica Elgot, Katy Balls and Jonathan Lis to discuss another febrile week of Brexit parliamentary standoffs. Plus David Smith on the now infamous Trump-Putin press conference. Please support our work and help us keep the world informed. To fund us, go to https://www.theguardian.com/give/podcast

Pippa Crerar is joined by Jessica Elgot, Sam Lowe and Allie Renison to discuss a week of Brexit showdowns. Plus: Robert Booth on the Grenfell anniversary and Libby Brooks on why the SNP is promoting immigration as anti-immigrant sentiment grows elsewhere in Europe. Please support our work and help us keep the world informed. To fund us, go to https://www.theguardian.com/give/podcast

Heather Stewart is joined by Jill Rutter, Ryan Shorthouse and Gaby Hinsliff to discuss changes to the political landscape since the 2017 election; Jessica Elgot presents spinners' and MPs' memories of election night. Plus, Helen Pidd on Chris Grayling, a disastrous timetable change and who pays for rail chaos?. Please support our work and help us keep the world informed. To fund us, go to https://www.theguardian.com/give/podcast

Jessica Elgot is joined by Will Tanner, Katy Balls and Rebecca Lowe to discuss a raft of new Conservative thinktanks formulating plans to connect with young voters. Plus author David Graeber discusses meaningless work and his new book Bullshit Jobs. Please support our work and help us keep the world informed. To fund us, go to https://www.theguardian.com/give/podcast

Heather Stewart is joined by Jessica Elgot, Tom McTague, Jess Phillips and Gaby Hinsliff to discuss the government's defeat on an amendment to the EU withdrawal bill and the political books of the year. Please support our work and help us keep the world informed. To fund us, go to https://www.theguardian.com/give/podcast

Heather Stewart is joined by Owen Jones, Rowena Mason, Anand Menon and Alan Travis to discuss a leaked government document on how to manage post-Brexit EU migration. Plus we hear from Alison McGovern on her campaign to keep Britain in the single market and from Jessica Elgot on how Brexit has brought a new breed of rebellious MPs. Please support our work and help us keep the world informed. To fund us, go to https://www.theguardian.com/give/podcast

Jessica Elgot is joined by Anne Perkins, Dawn Foster and Rafael Behr to discuss Theresa May's modest legislative agenda and the government's faltering response to the Grenfell Tower disaster. We also hear from a cross-party selection of new MPs on their first week in parliament. Please support our work and help us keep the world informed. To fund us, go to https://www.theguardian.com/give/podcast

A new term of abuse has emerged on social media, Zio, a shortened form of Zionist. Meanwhile the evidence suggests that anti Semitism is on the rise in Britain. There have been high profile cases of politicians who have been disciplined for anti Semitic comments. There appears to be some confusion even within the Jewish community over what Zionism means, whether a distinction should be drawn between anti Semitism and anti Zionism and what the relationship is between Judaism and Zionism. Ernie Rea brings together three Jews to discuss these issues. Robert Cohen is a Jewish blogger and commentator on the British Jewish community and its relationship to the State of Israel: Dr Yaakov Wise is a Manchester based Orthodox Jewish historian and writer: and Jessica Elgot was formerly a journalist for the Jewish Chronicle and is now writing for the Guardian. Producer: Rosie Dawson.

A new term of abuse has emerged on social media, Zio, a shortened form of Zionist. Meanwhile the evidence suggests that anti Semitism is on the rise in Britain. There have been high profile cases of politicians who have been disciplined for anti Semitic comments. There appears to be some confusion even within the Jewish community over what Zionism means, whether a distinction should be drawn between anti Semitism and anti Zionism and what the relationship is between Judaism and Zionism. Ernie Rea brings together three Jews to discuss these issues. Robert Cohen is a Jewish blogger and commentator on the British Jewish community and its relationship to the State of Israel: Dr Yaakov Wise is a Manchester based Orthodox Jewish historian and writer: and Jessica Elgot was formerly a journalist for the Jewish Chronicle and is now writing for the Guardian. Producer: Rosie Dawson.