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El gobierno laborista de Keir Starmer presentó este lunes la reforma más dura de la política de asilo desde la posguerra. Entre las medidas que contempla son deportaciones más rápidas, alargar de cinco a veinte años el plazo para obtener la residencia permanente, establecer un cupo anual máximo de refugiados, revisar periódicamente la seguridad de los países de origen y confiscar dinero y joyas a los solicitantes para sufragar su alojamiento y los trámites burocráticos. Además de eso, Starmer amenaza con restringir visados a países, sobre todo africanos, que se nieguen a aceptar repatriaciones. La reforma llega cuando las entradas ilegales en la Unión Europea han caído casi un 25% en el último año, pero en el Reino Unido las solicitudes de asilo superaron las 100.000 en 2024, muchas de ellas cruzando el Canal de la Mancha en pequeñas embarcaciones. El coste de alojar a unos 30.000 solicitantes en hoteles alcanzó los 2.000 millones de libras el año pasado, un gasto que ha disparado el rechazo ciudadano y el ascenso de Reform UK, el partido de Nigel Farage. Dentro del Partido Laborista la propuesta ha desatado una tormenta. Decenas de diputados de izquierda amenazan con votar en contra y esto podría provocar una gran crisis interna dentro del laborismo. El anuncio británico se inscribe en una ola de endurecimiento de la política de asilo que recorre toda Europa, y que pone en cuestión el sistema internacional de asilo tal y como se concibió en 1951. Aquel régimen nació para proteger a disidentes del bloque soviético y como respuesta moral al rechazo a los judíos en los años treinta. Setenta y cinco años después, con 1.000 millones de personas deseando emigrar y viajes muy asequibles, la figura del refugio político se utiliza como coartada para la inmigración económica. La mayoría de solicitudes se rechazan, pero los procesos duran años y permiten permanecer en el país mientras se resuelven. Los críticos señalan que acoger a los refugiados a miles de kilómetros de sus países resulta carísimo, sirve sólo a los más jóvenes y genera rechazo entre los ciudadanos del país de acogida. La historia demuestra que los desplazados por un conflicto que se refugian en países vecinos con cultura y lengua similares regresan antes cuando se acaban los problemas en su país. Un refugiado en un país vecino es mucho más barato de sostener que en Europa o Estados Unidos donde los Gobiernos tienen que asignarles viviendas sociales y subsidios. Cada vez más voces piden replantearse el modelo desde cero. Reforzar la ayuda a ACNUR y a los países de primera acogida, procesar las solicitudes en terceros países seguros (como propone Giorgia Meloni con Albania) y separar con claridad el asilo político genuino de la inmigración laboral. Europa necesita mano de obra por el envejecimiento de su población, pero debe poder decidir cuánta, de dónde y con qué perfil. Eso con el sistema actual es imposible ya que se emplea como puerta trasera para la inmigración irregular. Con el plan de Starmer y los que se están adoptando en otras partes de Europa, el debate ya no es si el actual régimen de asilo está agotado, sino cómo sustituirlo. En La ContraRéplica: 0:00 Introducción 3:37 La crisis del refugio político 33:30 “Contra el pesimismo”… https://amzn.to/4m1RX2R 35:29 La burbuja de la IA 44:47 Milei Superstar 50:06 Por qué huyen del centro - https://youtu.be/6Wjklc7hyfE · Canal de Telegram: https://t.me/lacontracronica · “Contra el pesimismo”… https://amzn.to/4m1RX2R · “Hispanos. Breve historia de los pueblos de habla hispana”… https://amzn.to/428js1G · “La ContraHistoria del comunismo”… https://amzn.to/39QP2KE · “La ContraHistoria de España. Auge, caída y vuelta a empezar de un país en 28 episodios”… https://amzn.to/3kXcZ6i · “Contra la Revolución Francesa”… https://amzn.to/4aF0LpZ · “Lutero, Calvino y Trento, la Reforma que no fue”… https://amzn.to/3shKOlK 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 #inmigracion #asilo Escucha el episodio completo en la app de iVoox, o descubre todo el catálogo de iVoox Originals
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It's another jam packed episode, once again workers are doing so much we struggled to cover it all! We start with headlines from the University of California, Portland State University, University of Chicago, Case New Holland, GM Canada, Walgreens, the ECHL, Kickstarter, and the United States Federal Government. Starbucks workers launched their largest strike ever this past week, we check in on the first pickets and the fight for a contract. The extremely long and hard fought strike by workers at the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette finally came to a conclusion this week through legal action. Over 15,000 workers in Iran's oil sector went on strike recently for pay, benefits, and to preserve their country's sovereignty. Finally, we check in on the malfeasance of the Labour Party who under Keir Starmer are simultaneously attacking both Doctors and Teachers. Join the discord: discord.gg/tDvmNzX Follow the pod at instagram.com/workstoppage, @WorkStoppagePod on Twitter, John @facebookvillain, and Lina @solidaritybee
To submit your urgent questions to Michael and Maddie, go to: spectator.co.uk/quiterightThis week on Quite right! Q&A: Could Britain see a snap election before 2029? Michael and Maddie unpack the constitutional mechanics – and explain why, despite the chaos, an early vote remains unlikely. They also turn to Labour's troubles: growing pressure on Keir Starmer, restive backbenchers, and whether Angela Rayner's sacking has boosted her chances as his successor.Plus: should the Scottish Parliament be abolished? And on a lighter note, if you won a free holiday but had to take one Labour MP, who would you choose?Produced by Oscar Edmondson. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Pippa Crerar and Kiran Stacey look at radical plans from the home secretary, Shabana Mahmood, to tackle the ‘out of control' asylum system. Plus, has the briefing row only made Keir Starmer's rivals more coordinated?. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod
Your morning briefing, the business news you need in just 15 minutes.On today's podcast:(1) Just a little more than a month after reaching an all-time high, Bitcoin has erased the more than 30% gain registered since the start of the year as the exuberance over the pro-crypto stance of the Trump administration fades.(2) Keir Starmer’s government plans to make it easier to remove migrants with no rights to stay in the UK, as the prime minister seeks to gain control of the political narrative after one of the most bruising weeks of his 16 months in power.(3) Oil traders are not counting on OPEC+ to cut production next year, despite forecasts that a global supply surplus could send prices even lower.(4) President Donald Trump said proposed Senate legislation to sanction countries conducting business with Russia would be “okay with me,” his strongest indication yet that he would support a monthslong push to strangle Moscow’s funding.(5) German Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil pressed for an “open, rules-based global trading system” as he departed for a high-stakes visit to Asia, as frictions over trade restrictions between the US, China and Europe ramp up.Podcast Conversation: The Best Gifts of 2025See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bristol North West MP Darren Jones is a man whose political rise has been rapid.From growing up in a Lawrence Weston council flat to representing his home turf as an MP, and since September assuming a new role as Keir Starmer's chief secretary, Jones' story is rooted in Bristol. In this week's episode he talks to Neil about that journey and how his early experiences shaped his politics.But Jones' recent promotion comes as Labour faces plummeting public support in the face of policy flip-flops, challenges from Reform and, from some sections of the electorate, from the Greens and Lib Dems. He's said his role is to “fix government delivery, help improve communications and help change the country”.What does Jones make of Labour's gloomy polling figures and the missteps that have fuelled them? How can the government connect with the public – and why is he turning to YouTube in an attempt to reach younger voters? Tune into the first episode of a new Unpacked season to find out. The Bristol Cable is Bristol's community-owned cooperative newsroom - fiercely independent journalism that puts people before profit. Since 2014, we've been holding power to account through investigative reporting, community campaigns, and democratic media ownership. Because when journalism serves the community, not shareholders, real change becomes possible.Support independent journalism and help us bring more vital conversations to Bristol: become a Bristol Cable member.
"If he feels talking about his favourite novel is politically disadvantageous, that's a sad state of affairs" - David Szalay on Keir Starmer's reading habits.--David Szalay is the winner of the 2025 Booker Prize for Fiction.He disputes claims that his novel, Flesh, is a tale of modern masculinity as reviewers have claimed. Though it certainly explores the male expression of emotion. In Flesh, Szalay's protagonist, István, navigates sexual grooming, violence and prison before rising to the ranks of the super-rich - narrating his story in economical, tightly packed sentences.Nicholas Harris met Szalay in London shortly after his win. They discuss the role of the novel, Szalay's "post-brexit" identity as a "European author", and why the Prime Minister should be reading more.LISTEN AD-FREE:
A crackdown on asylum seekers looms this week for the scandal-plagued UK Labour government - but can it save embattled PM Sir Keir Starmer, as three credible leadership rivals loom? Read more about this story, plus see photos, videos and additional reporting, on our website or The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Claire Harvey and edited by Joshua Burton.. Our team includes Kristen Amiet, Lia Tsamoglou, Tiffany Dimmack, Stephanie Coombes and Jasper Leak, who also composed our music.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We share our strategy advice for the Labour rebels allegedly trying to oust Keir Starmer.Ailbhe Rea and Luke O'Reilly join Rachel Cunliffe to answer listener questions. In this episode:What's the best strategy for Labour rebels hoping to dethrone Starmer?How much power does a party chair wield?Can any politicians affect positive change?LISTEN AD-FREE:
#JonGaunt #Denmark #UKImmigration #MigrantCrisis #Starmer #ShabanaMahmood #AsylumSystem #BBC #Panorama #UKPoliticsLive Trump agrees with me that we need troops on the beach and the Navy in the Channel to stop illegals invading the UK. If they land they must be immediately deported. We need to follow Denmark's lead and get tough. How many more Women and young girls need to be raped before Starmer acts and protects Brits first? I've had enough of the liberal hand wringing of the liberal bed wetters led by the Biased BBC and I want action. Now the BBC has been exposed as propagandists for "the enemy" we need to support Trump in his case against them. The BBC represent all that is wrong with modern Britain thinking they are morally superior and tarring the decent silent majority of us as Far Right and ignoring our concerns for far too long. I've had enough have you? Scrap the BBC and STOP all illegal immigration. Join me with your views. #JonGaunt #DenmarkModel #UKImmigration #MigrantCrisis #Starmer #ShabanaMahmood #DeterDetainDeport #MigrationDebate #AsylumSystem #ChannelCrossings #UKPoliticsLive #EuropeMigration #BorderControl #MigrantHotels #JonGaunt #Denmark #UKImmigration #MigrantCrisis #Starmer #ShabanaMahmood #AsylumSystem #BBC #Panorama #UKPoliticsLive #GBNews #BevTurner #Talk Jon Gaunt, Denmark model, UK immigration, migrant crisis, Keir Starmer, Shabana Mahmood, deter detain deport, asylum system, Channel crossings, UK politics live, migration debate, border control, migrant hotels, Danish migration policy, UK government immigration 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.
Am Rande des Regenwalds, an der Mündung des Amazonas, findet derzeit die Weltklimakonferenz statt. Der brasilianische Präsident Lula da Silva hat extra Kreuzfahrtschiffe gechartert, um die zehntausenden Teilnehmer unterzubringen. Doch während Friedrich Merz, Keir Starmer, Emmanuel Macron und Lula da Silva sich in Brasilien über das Klima unterhalten, finden die wirklich wichtigen Entwicklungen längst woanders statt. Und zwar in China, wo allein von Januar bis Juni diesen Jahres doppelt so viel Solarkraft verbaut wurde, wie in Deutschland in den letzten 25 Jahren. Allein im ersten Halbjahr hat China Solarkraftwerke mit einer Spitzenleistung von insgesamt gut 212 Gigawatt in Betrieb genommen. Wo steht die Welt zehn Jahre nach dem Pariser Abkommen beim Klimaschutz? Lässt sich das Allerschlimmste noch abwenden, obwohl die USA unter Donald Trump gerade ein Totalausfall sind? Schlecht läuft ohnehin vieles. Wir wollen uns vor allem auf das konzentrieren, was gut läuft beim Klimaschutz, was Mut macht. Der Apofika-Presseklub mit Morten Freidel (NZZ), Susanne Götze (Spiegel), Malte Kreutzfeldt (Table Media) und natürlich unserem Host, Markus Feldenkirchen (Spiegel) Du möchtest mehr über unsere Werbepartner erfahren? [**Hier findest du alle Infos & Rabatte!**](https://linktr.ee/presseklub)
It has been a whirlwind week in Westminster with the BBC in crisis and a supposed challenge to the prime minister's leadership. So, was there a putative coup from within Keir Starmer's own cabinet? Is there a “toxic culture” in Downing Street? Plus: the panel's take on the runners and riders for the top job at the national broadcaster. Host George Parker is joined by Anna Gross, Stephen Bush and Jim Pickard to discuss. This episode was recorded before the FT broke the story about the chancellor scrapping proposals to raise income tax. Read the article here: Starmer and Reeves drop proposal to increase income tax rates in Budget Plus, stay tuned for our panel discussion next week ahead of the Budget on November 26. Follow George @georgewparker.bsky.social; Jim @pickardje.bsky.social and Stephen @stephenkb.bsky.socialWant more? Self-inflicted leadership crisis unites factions against Starmer ‘He's played a blinder': How Wes Streeting won the weekBrain-dead Labour retreats to its comfort zone: campaigningWho will be the next director-general of the BBC?And sign up here for Stephen Bush's morning newsletter Inside Politics for straight-talking insight into the stories that matter, plus puns and tongue (mostly) in cheek analysis. Get 30 days free.Plus, the FT is hosting a live webinar on November 28 on what the UK Budget will mean for your money. You can put questions to FT journalists Claer Barrett, Stuart Kirk, Tej Parikh and special guest, tax expert Dan Neidle. Get your free pass now at ft.com/budgetwebinar. Our email address is politicalfix@ft.comPolitical Fix was presented by George Parker and produced by Lulu Smyth. The executive producer is Flo Phillips. Original music by Breen Turner, mix by Odinn Ingibergsson. The video engineers are Petros Gioumpasis and Andrew Georgiades. The FT's acting co-head of audio is Manuela Saragosa.Clip from BBCRead a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
After a wild week in No.10 Downing Street, host Patrick Baker takes listeners on a podcast tour of the famous building to find out how the hell a cobbled-together Georgian townhouse is meant to run a modern state. Patrick asks how the rabbit warren layout influences those who govern the country, for better or worse. In one of his first interviews since stepping down, former Cabinet Secretary Simon Case opens up on how the building is less-than-ideal for the demands of modern government — with problems like losing the PM all-too-common. Case argues its layout contributed to the Partygate scandal that toppled Boris Johnson. The set designer of the film “Love Actually,” Jim Clay, recounts a tour given to him by Gordon Brown so he could memorise the layout — and commentates on Hugh Grant as he boogies down the Grand Staircase. Jack Brown, author of “The Power of Geography at No 10,” gives a step-by-step tour, taking us inside the pokey “Den,” the prime minister's office at the heart of Downing Street. POLITICO Political Editor Dan Bloom explains why Keir Starmer prefers working in open-plan offices — and shares some secrets from rooms you've never heard of. Beatrice Timpson, former deputy press secretary to Liz Truss and Rishi Sunak, shares her sympathy for those in the policy unit, seen as banished to the rafters of Number 10. And she reveals the constant battle for phone signal that rages at the heart of British power. John McTernan, who served as political secretary to Tony Blair, reveals stories from the Number 10 flat — and sets out what the current government must do to overcome the limitations of the building. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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1) A Gaza arriva la pioggia. “Le nostre tende sono sott'acqua, non c'è limite al peggio”. In esteri la testimonianza dalla striscia. 2) Ucraina, la lunga notte di Kiev. La Russia colpisce la capitale con un massiccio attacco missilistico. Sei persone uccise e decine di feriti. (Piero Meda - We World) 3) Gran Bretagna, la sanguinosa lotta interna del partito laburista di Keir Starmer. Il ministro della sanità starebbe complottando contro il primo ministro per prendere il suo posto, mentre i labour calano nei sondaggi. (Elena Siniscalco) 4) Francia, un nuovo incubo per la famiglia Kessaci. UN altro fratello dell'attivista ambientalista marsigliese Amine Kessaci è stato ucciso da gruppi di mafia locali. (Francesco Giorgini) 5) La nuova dottrina di Xi Jinping: in Cina la crescita a tutti i costi non è più una priorità. (Gabriele Battaglia) 6) Mondialità. Il rischio ambientale del boom dell'industria spaziale. Ogni razzo che attraversa l'atmosfera lascia una traccia nel delicato equilibrio del nostro pianeta. (Alfredo Somoza)
Morse code transcription: vvv vvv Treasure finds in England reach record high Council visited wrong house before Sara Sharifs murder report Scientists discover why type 1 diabetes is worse in children UK growth in third quarter slows after big fall in car production I cant take any more of this, Andrew told Epstein, released emails show Ed Miliband calls on Keir Starmer to sack anonymous briefer What we know about the latest Epstein emails referencing Trump Steam Machine Valve rivals Xbox and PlayStation with new console Wylfa nuclear power plant plans go ahead, creating Anglesey jobs Hospitals knew a heart device led to more patients deaths but they kept using it
Morse code transcription: vvv vvv Five key failings in the Sara Sharif review BBC apologises to Trump over Panorama edit but refuses to pay compensation Pam St Clement to return to EastEnders as Pat Butcher in dementia episode Ed Miliband calls on Keir Starmer to sack anonymous briefer Road deaths Call for crash videos and photos to be illegal in NI What we know about the latest Epstein emails referencing Trump Our dogs diversity can be traced back to the Stone Age Guests ejected mid stay from bankrupt hotel chain Sonder Titanic passengers pocket watch expected to fetch 1m at auction Renters Rights Act No fault evictions banned from May 2026
Morse code transcription: vvv vvv Wylfa nuclear power plant plans go ahead, creating Anglesey jobs Scientists discover why type 1 diabetes is worse in children Treasure finds in England reach record high What we know about the latest Epstein emails referencing Trump Council visited wrong house before Sara Sharifs murder report Hospitals knew a heart device led to more patients deaths but they kept using it I cant take any more of this, Andrew told Epstein, released emails show Ed Miliband calls on Keir Starmer to sack anonymous briefer Steam Machine Valve rivals Xbox and PlayStation with new console UK growth in third quarter slows after big fall in car production
Morse code transcription: vvv vvv Titanic passengers pocket watch expected to fetch 1m at auction Pam St Clement to return to EastEnders as Pat Butcher in dementia episode Guests ejected mid stay from bankrupt hotel chain Sonder Ed Miliband calls on Keir Starmer to sack anonymous briefer Five key failings in the Sara Sharif review Road deaths Call for crash videos and photos to be illegal in NI Our dogs diversity can be traced back to the Stone Age Renters Rights Act No fault evictions banned from May 2026 What we know about the latest Epstein emails referencing Trump BBC apologises to Trump over Panorama edit but refuses to pay compensation
It's been a chaotic week for Labour, with rumours of internal plots and Downing Street briefing wars.As questions swirl around Keir Starmer's leadership, and with Rachel Reeves facing mounting pressure to steady the party's economic footing, Labour's internal tensions are threatening to boil over.Lord Blunkett joins Jon in the studio to dissect what is going on inside Labour, how Starmer might get a handle on the situation, and ultimately save his premiership.This episode was recorded before reports of a Labour tax u-turn.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
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UPDATE: We talked again on this episode about speculation that Rachel Reeves was going to raise income tax rates in the budget. Since we recorded, Beth's been told that those plans have been ditched. Read her analysis here and we'll discuss what's going on next time.ON THIS EPISODE: Wes Streeting had to say he's more Joe Marler than Jonathan Ross after Number 10 started briefing he was plotting to oust Keir Starmer. Westminster has been full of Traitors analogies after a chaotic week which ended with the PM apologising to his health secretary. Harriet tells Beth and Ruth how it all went down within Labour - and she warns the Faithfuls (as they describe themselves) are getting fed up. We also talk again about speculation that Rachel Reeves will raise income tax rates in the budget. Since we recorded, Beth's been told that those plans have been ditched. Read more about Beth's story here and we'll discuss what's going on next time.Also on this episode: it was a tricky week at the BBC too, after two senior resignations. We discuss how politicians will keep talking about the BBC over the next year. Remember, you can also watch Beth Rigby, Harriet Harman and Ruth Davidson on YouTube.
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Today we look at the latest in claims of briefings coming out of Number 10.The prime minister's chief of staff Morgan McSweeney was not involved "directly or indirectly" in briefings against cabinet ministers and will not be leaving his job, sources have told the BBC.Some in government have blamed McSweeney for being the source of the briefings.McSweeney has not responded to calls for comment but people who have spoken to him have told the BBC: "He's done absolutely nothing wrong. He's not going anywhere."To discuss it, Adam is joined by chief political correspondent, Henry Zeffman and Tom Baldwin, former senior Labour adviser and author of ‘Keir Starmer: The Biography'.This episode of Newscast was recorded as part of our 25-hour Podcast-a-thon for Children in Need.Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. The presenter was Adam Fleming. It was made by Jack Maclaren with Anna Harris and Shiler Shiler Mahmoudi. The social producer was Grace Braddock. The technical producer was Hannah Montgomery. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.
The BBC is still reeling from the dramatic resignation announcement of its director general Tim Davie on Sunday.Rachel Cunliffe gets Lewis Goodall's insider perspective, drawing on his time working on BBC's Newsnight programme.Lewis also shares his thoughts on the leadership threats surrounding Keir Starmer.READ: https://www.newstatesman.com/politics/media/2025/11/trumps-attack-can-rescue-the-bbcLISTEN AD-FREE:
'I don't think this is about policy or politics. I think it's about Starmer's personality.'In light of the speculation around Labour cabinet ministers planning to oust Keir Starmer, Nigel Farage MP asks if the Prime Minister is toast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#JonGaunt #DenmarkModel #UKImmigration #MigrantCrisis #Starmer #ShabanaMahmood #DeterDetainDeport Denmark has shown the world how to get control — tough rules, fast decisions, real deterrence. Their message is simple: DETER, DETAIN, DEPORT. And it works. So here's the big question: Why won't Keir Starmer copy it? Even Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood has admitted she's studied Denmark's tactics, yet the UK Government still refuses to take the same tough stance. Meanwhile the numbers keep rising… Communities are under strain… Hotel use is sparking tension everywhere… And the system looks more unsustainable every week. Is the Government scared of backlash? Is Starmer held back by ideology and legal caution? Or is Westminster simply avoiding the tough decisions Denmark was willing to make? Jon Gaunt goes live to break down: What Denmark is doing that Britain won't Why their tough migrant model works What Shabana Mahmood really said about Denmark's system Why the Starmer Government is hesitating The growing pressure on councils, communities and hotels Whether the UK is heading for a breaking point And whether it's time for a real deterrent strategy in Britain No spin. No filters. Live debate. Let's talk about what's really happening. #JonGaunt #DenmarkModel #UKImmigration #MigrantCrisis #Starmer #ShabanaMahmood #DeterDetainDeport #MigrationDebate #AsylumSystem #ChannelCrossings #UKPoliticsLive #EuropeMigration #BorderControl #MigrantHotels Jon Gaunt, Denmark model, UK immigration, migrant crisis, Keir Starmer, Shabana Mahmood, deter detain deport, asylum system, Channel crossings, UK politics live, migration debate, border control, migrant hotels, Danish migration policy, UK government immigration 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.
A lot to digest since this week's main episode. I discuss Keir Starmer 'stabbing himself in the front' by letting his own paranoia give Wes Streeting to demonstrate he might be a better option (funnier at least). In another tricky week, growth is down and unemployment is up...I think we all know how this movie ends. CATCH ME ON MY TOUR ‘Basic Bloke 2: There's No Bloke Without Fire'. Book tickets here: https://www.livenation.co.uk/geoff-norcott-tickets-adp1252793 JOIN the Podcast Patreon and receive each episode early, AD-FREE & with bonus content https://www.patreon.com/geoffnorcott?fan_landing=true Join my MAILING LIST for priority Tour booking & special offers https://signup.ymlp.com/xgyueuwbgmgb
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For a special crossover episode with the Democracy Works podcast, Jenna Spinelle talks with Jason. They discuss the state of democracy around the world and why making America's government more like a European country might not be the solution to our current polarization that some democracy reformers hope it will be. We also contrast the current state of play in the US and UK and speculate as to why Keir Starmer has been such a disappointment and how the UK is not able to provide a model of centre-left governance to the US in the way that Jason might have hoped. To join our Mega Orderers Club, and get ad free listening, early episode releases, bonus content and exclusive access to live events, visit https://disorder.supportingcast.fm/ Producer: George McDonagh Subscribe to our Substack - https://natoandtheged.substack.com/ Disorder on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@DisorderShow Show Notes Links: Join the Mega Orderers Club via this link: https://disorder.supportingcast.fm/ For more on Democracy works visit: https://democracyworks.simplecast.com/ To listen to Jason on yet another podcast, try his appearance on Practical Stoicism talking about the completely different topic of backgammon and the importance of being disciplined and self aware: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/practical-stoicism/id1603004118?i=1000734643776 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ambitious Labour politicians might or might not be eyeing up the top job. No. 10 isn't working well. The Prime Minister is on the defensive. Here we go again. Wes Streeting, the health secretary, is in the headlines - accused of plotting a leadership challenge against the prime minister. Streeting has dismissed the attacks as “self-defeating nonsense” and has urged Keir Starmer to sack whoever is briefing the media. So what does this all say about how Number 10 is working, or not, and what impact does this type of row have across government? PLUS: Wes Streeting really wants to be talking about his plans for turning around NHS performance. But our new report has some mixed news about how that is going. Catherine Haddon presents. With Alex Thomas, Jill Rutter, and Stuart Hoddinott. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Keir Starmer has vowed to fight any plot to oust him - but has Downing Street's briefing operation against the plotters actually made his downfall more likely?Sally, Pollly, Danny and Hugo discuss the prime minister's survival, and look at past plots that have succeeded - and those that haven't. From the curry house conspiracy against Tony Blair to doomed attempts to bring down David Cameron and Nick Clegg, how do they compare with the civil war in the Labour Party?Send your comments, questions and voicenotes to howtowin@thetimes.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nel terzo trimestre la crescita dell'area euro, pari a +0,2%, ha mostrato forti differenze tra le principali economie: +0,6% in Spagna, +0,5% in Francia e +0,4% nei Paesi Bassi, mentre Germania e Italia restano ferme. Lo rileva la Bce, sottolineando la debolezza dell'export e dell'industria manifatturiera e una crescita trainata dai servizi. Molti osservatori chiedono che la ripartenza passi attraverso riforme e una manovra che favorisca la produttività. Ignazio Visco, governatore onorario di Bankitalia, in un'intervista a La Stampa ha ricordato che la legge di Bilancio serve a mantenere l'equilibrio dei conti, non a ridisegnare il sistema economico. Le vere priorità, secondo Visco, sono riforme strutturali, investimenti in produttività, formazione e partecipazione al lavoro, con politiche attive per sostenere occupazione femminile, giovanile e integrazione degli immigrati, in un Paese che nei prossimi 25 anni perderà sette milioni di persone in età lavorativa. Interviene Carlo Cottarelli, economista e direttore dell'Osservatorio conti pubblici italiani Università CattolicaUk, economia in frenata e partito laburista nel caosNel terzo trimestre il Pil britannico cresce solo dello 0,1%, in calo rispetto allo 0,3% del trimestre precedente e sotto le attese. Il rallentamento rappresenta un problema per il governo laburista di Keir Starmer, alla vigilia della manovra d'autunno del 26 novembre, già contestata per l'aumento delle tasse e i tagli alla spesa. A pesare sui conti è soprattutto il crollo della produzione automobilistica: a settembre -28,6%, il dato peggiore dal 2020, legato anche a un cyber attacco che ha costretto Jaguar Land Rover a fermare per cinque settimane la produzione. La produzione di auto è scesa a 51 mila unità, il livello più basso dal 1952. La cancelliera dello Scacchiere Rachel Reeves ha promesso una manovra per rafforzare l'economia, ma il governo è in crisi di consensi, con disoccupazione al 5%, debito elevato e inflazione ancora alta. Intanto il Partito laburista scende nei sondaggi fino al quarto posto, alimentando voci di sfide interne alla leadership di Starmer. Ne parliamo con Giorgia Scaturro, Il Sole 24 Ore LondraL'Ecofin tassa i pacchi low cost: passo avanti contro l'ultra fast fashionL'Ecofin ha approvato l'abolizione delle esenzioni dai dazi per i pacchi extra-Ue di valore inferiore a 150 euro, misura che entrerà in vigore nel 2026, anticipando la data originaria del 2028. Italia e Francia, principali promotrici, la considerano un passo avanti contro la concorrenza sleale delle piattaforme di ultra fast fashion come Shein e Temu. La Commissione europea stima che oltre il 90% dei 4,6 miliardi di pacchi di basso valore arrivati in Europa nel 2024 provenga dalla Cina, in forte aumento rispetto ai 2,4 miliardi del 2023. L'obiettivo è riportare equità e sostenibilità nel settore moda, con un gettito stimato di uno o due euro a pacco. L'iniziativa ha ottenuto il sostegno delle associazioni italiane di categoria: secondo Luca Sburlati, presidente di Confindustria Moda, la tassazione è essenziale per la sopravvivenza del comparto tessile e abbigliamento, mentre Carlo Capasa, presidente della Camera nazionale della moda italiana, chiede anche norme più rigide sulla pubblicità e la trasparenza dei prodotti non conformi agli standard europei. In parallelo, il Mimit prepara un pacchetto di norme nazionali contro le piattaforme extra-Ue, inclusa una possibile tassa di 2 euro sui piccoli pacchi fino a due chili. Il commento è di Adriana Cerretelli, Il Sole 24 Ore Bruxelles
Twenty thousand documents from the estate of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein have been released. Could emails referencing Donald Trump divide his loyal MAGA base? Has a No. 10 briefing warning backbenchers about a possible coup exposed a vulnerability in Keir Starmer's leadership? And Donald Trump has threatened to sue the BBC for $1 billion, but is that even possible?Giles Whittell is joined by The Observer's Alexi Mostrous, Chloe Hadjimatheou and Poppy Bullard, as they battle it out and pitch the top stories of the day. Get your ticket for the News Meeting Live HERE **We want to hear what you think! Email us at: newsmeeting@observer.co.uk Follow us on Social Media: @ObserverUK on X @theobserveruk on Instagram and TikTok@theobserveruk.bsky.social on bluesky Host: Giles WhitellProducer: Casey Magloire Executive Producer: Rebecca Moore To find out more about The Observer:Subscribe to TheObserver+ on Apple Podcasts for early access and ad-free contentHead to our website observer.co.uk Download the Tortoise app – for a listening experience curated by our journalists Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ce jeudi 13 novembre, les tensions internes au sein du Parti travailliste britannique pour contester le leadership de Keir Starmer, ont été abordées par Annalisa Cappellini dans sa chronique, dans l'émission Good Morning Business, présentée par Laure Closier, sur BFM Business. Retrouvez l'émission du lundi au vendredi et réécoutez la en podcast.
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit zeteo.comThis past week, Trump took his crusade against the free press all the way across the pond, threatening the BBC with a $1 billion lawsuit over an edit of his Jan. 6 speech. “Not only are they [the Trump administration] reshaping the media landscape in the US in their image – they're now boasting of taking down a foreign news broadcasters' leadership. A broadcast, of course, with global reach,” Owen says to Mehdi.In this episode of ‘Two Outspoken,' Mehdi and Owen meet in London to explain why the BBC is only helping Trump by “rolling over” and having their executives resign over the scandal. They also debunk claims of the BBC's leftist and pro-Palestine bias – revealing that it's actually the other way around.The two dive deep into the Labour government's dishonest portrayal of the Maccabi fan ban in Birmingham – which police have now confirmed was put in place due to “significant levels of hooliganism” from the fan base, rather than antisemitic threats from inside the UK.“Keir Starmer and Lisa Nandy, the British government, as well as the British media, decided to throw Birmingham under a bus…to protect racist football hooligans from a state committing genocide,” Owen says to Mehdi.Mehdi and Owen also expose just how pro-Palestine some in Keir Starmer's cabinet used to be, with Mehdi telling Owen that they, “threw their own views under the bus for power.”Paid subscribers can watch the full interview. Free subscribers can watch a 3-minute preview. Consider becoming a paid subscriber today to skip the paywall every time!Check out more from Zeteo:
A bizarre briefing war has exploded in Westminster, with Wes Streeting accused of plotting a coup against Keir Starmer. Ed Balls and George Osborne analyse the ‘toxic culture' in Number 10: who was really behind the briefing, and has this ‘self-destructive' move inadvertently strengthened Streeting while fatally weakening the Prime Minister?Meanwhile, the BBC is in turmoil, with its Director General and Head of News resigning over the Donald Trump Panorama controversy. With George himself now tipped for the top job, the pair unpack the corporate governance collapse. And, can Donald Trump really win his $1 billion lawsuit against the British broadcaster?Finally, Ed and George turn to Donald Trump snubbing the G20 over his claims of a "genocide" in South Africa. They explore the deepening divisions in the MAGA movement over controversial figures like Nick Fuentes, and ask if this identity politics of the "woke right" is a brand that Nigel Farage is about to import to the UK.Thanks for listening. To get episodes early and ad-free join Political Currency Gold. If you want even more perks including our exclusive newsletter, join our Kitchen Cabinet today:
As the fallout from the briefings against Wes Streeting rumbles on - does the PM have more issues behind the door to No10? In a tumultuous 24 hours, Keir Starmer has been forced to refer himself to the ethics advisor over the appointment of the new football regulator. Elsewhere, Sam has an exclusive on the links between a lobbying firm and Downing Street's chief of communications, Tim Allen. The duo also consider if a former Labour leader could return to the top job and whether calls from cabinet ministers and backbenchers to sack the PM's chief of staff – Morgan McSweeney – have any substance.
Today, there has been extensive speculation about the extent to which Sir Keir Starmer was aware of the anonymous briefings attacking potential leadership challengers in his own party. Sir Keir Starmer has insisted he has "never authorised" attacks on his cabinet ministers, calling briefings against them "unacceptable".Adam and Chris are joined by Alex Forsyth to discuss why this could be a sign of deeper problems for the Labour government, rather than just Westminster bubble gossip.Plus Adam and Alex give an update on Donald Trump's threat of legal action against the BBC, after Ed Davey questioned Keir Starmer on the matter at PMQs. 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 Kris Jalowiecki and Jem Westgate. The social producer was Grace Braddock. The technical producer was Ricardo McCarthy. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.
Conspiracy or cock-up? Westminster is abuzz after what appears to be a plan to decapitate Wes Streeting has spectacularly backfired. A flurry of late-night briefings designed to shore up Keir Starmer's position turned personal against the Health Secretary, suggesting he was plotting a coup in advance of the Budget and in anticipation of – what many expect will be – a poor showing at the local elections.Streeting was left to defend himself on the media round, confidently declaring he was a ‘faithful' and he also joked that he doesn't know the whereabouts of Shergar and believes the moon landings are real. There is only one clear winner from this whole debacle: Wes Streeting. Are the knives now out for the Prime Minister?Produced by Megan McElroy and Oscar Edmondson. Become a Spectator subscriber today to access this podcast without adverts. Go to spectator.co.uk/adfree to find out more.For more Spectator podcasts, go to spectator.co.uk/podcasts.Contact us: podcast@spectator.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Labour hit its lowest-ever poll rating last week, coming fourth at just 17 per cent. Westminster is full of chatter about a leadership coup at the hands of Wes Streeting. And Labour MPs and government aides alike are dismayed by Keir Starmer's leadership and the state of No 10. Has the Prime Minister reached the point of no return?Anoosh Chakelian is joined by our new political editor Ailbhe Rea to discuss her cover story.Read: Does Keir Starmer realise how much trouble he's in?LISTEN AD-FREE:
John Harris is joined by Pippa Crerar and Kiran Stacey as an attempt to halt leadership manoeuvres against Keir Starmer has spectacularly backfired and put Starmer's potential rival Wes Streeting on the front foot. Plus, the BBC is in crisis again – but this time it involves a $1bn lawsuit filed by Donald Trump. Jane Martinson, the former head of media at the Guardian, discusses the future of the BBC. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod
#MikeGraham #KeirStarmer #BBC #DonaldTrump #TalkRadio #JonGaunt #FreeSpeech #UKPolitics #UKNews #LiveShow Shock jock Mike Graham has been sacked by Talk Radio over an offensive Facebook post he says he didn't write. Keir Starmer is fighting for his political life – and accusing his own team of plotting against him. And now the BBC faces a £1 BILLION lawsuit from Donald Trump's team — but still won't say sorry. Join Jon Gaunt as he tears into the chaos, calls out the hypocrisy, and asks you:
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Today, will the BBC actually end up in court against President Trump?Where would a potential lawsuit by President Trump against the BBC take place? Is $1 billion dollars a realistic figure? What are the calculations both sides are making? Adam discusses with BBC home and legal correspondent Dominic Casciani. And, the rate of UK employment has risen to 5%, the highest level since the pandemic. Meanwhile, Keir Starmer has dropped the biggest hint yet he is about to scrap the two child benefit cap. Adam is joined by Henry and Dharshini. 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 Jack Maclaren with Jem Westgate. The social producer was Sophie Millward. The technical producer was Ricardo McCarthy. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.
Investigative journalist Paul Holden has spent the last four years digging into the political machinations that brought Keir Starmer's Labour Party into office – findings that propel his powerful 2025 book, The Fraud: Keir Starmer, Labour Together and the Crisis of British Democracy. He tells Ash Sarkar about the cache of leaked emails that revealed the […]