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Brexitcast
Are Foreign Countries Interfering in UK Politics?

Brexitcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2025 37:18


Today, the government has ordered an independent review into foreign financial interference in UK politics. The government say this is in response to what it called the “shocking” case of Nathan Gill, the former leader of Reform UK in Wales. Gill was jailed in November, after admitting to taking bribes for pro-Russian interviews and speeches when he was a Member of the European Parliament (MEP).Announcing the review, Communities Secretary Steve Reed said the government must "learn the lessons" from the case so "this can never happen again". Responding to Reed's statement in the Commons, Reform UK's deputy leader Richard Tice said his party welcomed the review but called on the government to also make sure it looked into the influence of China on the Labour Party. Victoria and Chris discuss what the review could meanPlus, President Trump has filed, what is being reported as, a $5 billion dollar lawsuit against the BBC. Caitríona Perry and the FT's global media editor Daniel Thomas explain what's in the lawsuit and why the BBC has said it plans to fight it. 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 Victoria Derbyshire. It was made by Jack Maclaren with Anna Harris and Jem Westgate. The social producer was Sophie Millward. The technical producer was Jonny Hall. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.

Today in Focus
What happened when Reform took power

Today in Focus

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2025 28:03


When Reform took over 10 local councils in England this summer, it offered the first glimpse of how the party might govern if it were to get into No 10. Helen Pidd reports. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus

PoliticsJOE Podcast
Is Bonnie Blue Reform's next MP?

PoliticsJOE Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2025 28:08


Join Ava and Laura on Facetime as they react to Bonnie Blue's endorsement of Reform UK. Subscribe to How to Rebuild Britain now: https://linktr.ee/howtorebuildbritain Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Parliament Matters
Where are the Reform UK peers?

Parliament Matters

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2025 60:15


There have been three significant developments at Westminster this week: a Commons vote that the Liberal Democrats are presenting as a major breakthrough, a peerages list that raises questions of political balance, and renewed concerns about the limited powers Parliament holds to scrutinise international treaties.We begin with the Ten Minute Rule Bill proposed by Liberal Democrat MP Dr Al Pinkerton, intended to create a duty on the Government to negotiate entry to the EU Customs Union. The motion succeeded only on a tied vote, resolved by Deputy Speaker Caroline Nokes using her casting vote. This was not a vote on the Bill's text, nor does it compel Government action: it simply grants leave for the Bill to be introduced and placed in the Private Members' Bill queue, where its prospects are uncertain.We then turn to the latest appointments to the House of Lords. Labour gains the largest share, and the Liberal Democrats secure five new peers, while Reform UK receives none—an outcome that is increasingly difficult to justify given Reform's parliamentary and local government presence and their sustained lead in the opinion polls. We also consider the implications of the anticipated hereditary peer departures on Lords committee work and scrutiny.We also preview the upcoming Lord Speaker contest between Lord Forsyth and Baroness Bull. Ruth chaired the official hustings earlier this week, so she discusses the issues and questions that were raised. We talk to Lord Goldsmith, Chair of the International Agreements Committee, about treaty scrutiny. Lord Goldsmith argues that the current 21-day scrutiny period under the Constitutional Reform and Governance Act is inadequate and overly dependent on Government control of parliamentary time. When in opposition Labour spokespersons agreed, but now they are in Government Ministers think the system is satisfactory.Finally, the programme closes with an update on the Assisted Dying Bill's slow progress in the Lords and the potential reputational consequences if proceedings continue to stall.____

Today in Focus
Is the far right hijacking Christianity?

Today in Focus

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2025 30:09


Are US-style Christian politics finally taking root in the UK? With Lamorna Ash. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus

The Trawl Podcast
Nine Million Quid & a One-Way Ticket to Dubai

The Trawl Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2025 46:12


This Trawl kicks off with a little bit of Cilla Black, just like the old days. Then Jemma and Marina take a festive detour to check in on how Rossid Woods is coping with the season (spoiler: not brilliantly), and enjoy a very relatable warning about over-committing to plans.Then… unable to put it off any longer, they dive into the political storm of the week.Reform UK has received a record-breaking £9 million donation, the biggest political donation in British history. Marina and Jemma wade through what's been reported and the questions now being raised by Labour and the Lib Dems about transparency, potential conflicts of interest, and whether the Electoral Commission should investigate.Also on Farage's plate are the ongoing alleged racism controversies, and fresh allegations about campaign spending.Meanwhile, Charlie Mullins is explaining patriotism from the runway to Dubai and encouraging Brits to become economic migrants. Marina and Jemma unpack the week's biggest political messes so you don't have to. Bring snacks. And a stiff drink.Thank you for sharing and please do follow us @MarinaPurkiss @jemmaforte @TheTrawlPodcast Patreonhttps://patreon.com/TheTrawlPodcast Youtubehttps://www.youtube.com/@TheTrawl Twitterhttps://twitter.com/TheTrawlPodcastIf you've even mildly enjoyed The Trawl, you'll love the unfiltered, no-holds-barred extras from Jemma & Marina over on Patreon, including:• Exclusive episodes of The Trawl Goss – where Jemma and Marina spill backstage gossip, dive into their personal lives, and often forget the mic is on• Early access to The Trawl Meets…• Glorious ad-free episodesPlus, there's a bell-free community of over 3,300 legends sparking brilliant chat.And it's your way to support the pod which the ladies pour their hearts, souls (and occasional anxiety) into. All for your listening pleasure and reassurance that through this geopolitical s**tstorm… you're not alone.Come join the fun:https://www.patreon.com/TheTrawlPodcast?utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

BizNews Radio
The Editor's Desk - Fri 12 Dec 2025: Reform UK upends the polls – and why the establishment can't see it

BizNews Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2025 18:22


Reform UK's surge exposes how establishment politics and media misread the world. I unpack the UK shock, South Africa's parallels, and key portfolio shifts.

Pod Save the UK
Trump blasts Europe and Sadiq Khan - but will his strong man act backfire?

Pod Save the UK

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2025 56:50


Donald Trump has taken another swipe at Europe's “weak” leaders over Ukraine and immigration including a special mention for - surprise surprise - Sadiq Khan, who got a shout out for being a “horrible, vicious, disgusting mayor”. Honestly, why is he SO obsessed?!  But a Labour government trying to convince European allies to water down human rights law to deport people faster seems perfectly in line with Trump's vision. Nish and Coco are joined by Sky's Deputy Political Editor Sam Coates. They also take a dive into the latest allegation swirling around Reform UK - this time the party's election spending in Nigel Farage's Clacton constituency is under the spotlight. And the scale of the homelessness crisis always seems more acute at this time of year - so the Minister for Local Government and Homelessness, Alison McGovern, joins PSUK to explain how their new plan will be the one to finally make a difference. Finally - PSUK has watched the first episode of the Liz Truss Show, so you don't have to. Nish and Coco give it a rating out of one to limp lettuce. CHECK OUT THESE DEALS FROM OUR SPONSORS  BABBEL https://www.babbel.com/PSUK  AURA FRAMES https://www.auraframes.com Code: PSUK SHOPIFY Shopify.co.uk/podsavetheuk GUESTS  Sam Coates, Deputy Political Editor at Sky News Alison McGovern MP, Minister of State for Local Government and Homelessness USEFUL LINKS:  Nish's Carol Performance  CREDITS Politico  The Liz Truss Show / YouTube Keir Starmer MP / TikTok Rishi Sunak MP / TikTok Pod Save the UK is a Reduced Listening production for Crooked Media. Contact us via email: PSUK@reducedlistening.co.uk BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/podsavetheuk.crooked.com Insta: https://instagram.com/podsavetheuk Twitter: https://twitter.com/podsavetheuk TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@podsavetheuk Facebook: https://facebook.com/podsavetheukYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@PodSavetheUK Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Rest Is Politics
478. Farage's Crypto Megadonor and the Graduate Jobs Disaster (Question Time)

The Rest Is Politics

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2025 63:32


Why has a crypto billionaire living in Thailand donated £9 million to Nigel Farage's party, Reform UK? With a graduate jobs crisis in full swing and rising debt, what are the prospects for young Brits? Can the fragile Gaza ceasefire realistically hold? Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all these questions and more. Gift The Rest Is Politics Plus this Christmas - give someone a whole year of Rory and Alastair's miniseries, ad-free listening, early access to episodes and live show tickets, an exclusive members' newsletter, discounted book prices, and a private chatroom on Discord. Just go to https://therestispolitics.supportingcast.fm/gifts And of course, you can still join for yourself any time at therestispolitics.com or on apple podcasts. Shop Tesco food this Christmas, either in-store or online. The Rest Is Politics is powered by Fuse Energy. The Rest Is Politics is powered by Fuse Energy. Fuse are giving away free TRIP Plus membership for all of 2025 to new sign ups

Politics Weekly
Farage under attack: will it damage Reform UK?

Politics Weekly

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2025 34:25


John Harris speaks to Yinka Bankole about his treatment as a nine-year-old at Dulwich college when Nigel Farage was a prefect. Plus, Kiran Stacey and John discuss whether Reform UK supporters will start to feel uneasy about the allegations of racism against Farage. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod

Europe Inside Out
Is Britain Becoming More Like Europe?

Europe Inside Out

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2025 31:19


Despite Labour's landslide victory in last year's general election, support for British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is now sharply eroding.Thomas de Waal, Peter Kellner, and Anne McElvoy unpack the rise of Reform UK and whether a pragmatic reengagement with the EU could revive growth in Britain.Peter Kellner, October 18, 2025, “Reform's Poll Lead Will Shrink,” The New World.Peter Kellner, October 10, 2025, “Voters Are Not Listening to Labour,” Prospect Magazine.Peter Kellner, September 22, 2025, “A History Lesson for Starmer and Badenoch,” Prospect Magazine.Peter Kellner, May 14, 2025, “The Moment of Truth for a UK-EU Reset,” Carnegie Europe.Anne McElvoy, December 5, 2025, “Despite Trump-pleasing Defense Boost, Britain's Military Is Braced for Cuts,” Politico.Anne McElvoy, November 20, 2025, “MAGA's British invasion,” Politico.Anne McElvoy, December 8, 2025, “Labour Together? Who Is Hastening the PM's Downfall,” Politics at Sam and Anne's.Anne McElvoy, December 3, 2025, “Who Is Behind Farage-Tory Pact Plot?,” Politics at Sam and Anne's.Anne McElvoy, November 27, 2025, “The Budget's Hidden Problems Revealed,” Politics at Sam and Anne's.

Holyrood Sources
New Scottish Poll SHOCKS Labour: Reform UK Surges to 2nd

Holyrood Sources

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2025 63:18


A major new Ipsos poll drops — and the implications for Holyrood 2026 are huge. The SNP hold a stable lead. Labour has fallen sharply. Reform UK has surged into second place in the constituency vote, fuelled by the rise of immigration as a top concern for Scottish voters.• Why Reform UK is gaining Scottish voters from both Labour and the Conservatives • How immigration became a top-three issue in Scottish politics • Why the SNP vote remains “sticky” • Labour's worsening poll numbers after Keir Starmer's difficult months • The Greens' highly effective regional-vote strategy • Whether Reform has reached its ceiling in Scotland • What demographic groups are driving Reform's riseWe also speak to Mark McGeoghegan of Ipsos, who analyses the polling in depth — approval ratings, demographic breakdowns, voting-intention shifts, and how Scottish voters feel about taxation and public spending.And later: an interview with Michael Matheson, the outgoing SNP MSP, and former Transport Secretary. Will the A9 ever be fully dualled? Has the Scottish Government failed on delivery? Matheson responds.Finally, we react to your messages about Malcolm Offord's defection to Reform UK, including whether he boosts their credibility, fundraising and appeal — or whether he's tied to rhetoric that will hurt the party in Scotland.

Stories of our times
Will mounting scandals sink Reform?

Stories of our times

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2025 32:02


From former officials jailed after taking bribes to push pro-Putin propaganda, through to local councillors being expelled for offensive tweets, and leader Nigel Farage being accused of high school racism, Reform UK is struggling to stay scandal free. Will the party be able to weather the storm? Or will the waves of allegations start to shift the polls? This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today: http://thetimes.com/thestoryGuest: Aubrey Allegretti, chief political correspondent, The Times.Host: Manveen Rana.Producer: Shabnam Grewal, Harry Stott.Read more: Nigel Farage referred to police over Clacton campaign expensesFurther listening: Is Reform ready for power?Clips: BBC, Sky, GB News, LBC, ITV.Photo: Getty Images.Get in touch: thestory@thetimes.comThis podcast was brought to you thanks to subscribers of The Times and The Sunday Times. To enjoy unlimited digital access to all our journalism subscribe here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Ponsonby and Massie Podcast
WHO IS LORD OFFORD? Reform UK's New Leader in Scotland?

The Ponsonby and Massie Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2025 49:57


Focussing on UK, Scottish and Global politics, if you like other great political podcasts like The Rest is Politics, The News Agents, Newscast, Questions Time, Holyrood Sources, Planet Holyrood, The Stooshie, The Steamie, Scotcast, Americast etc etc then The Ponsonby and Massie Podcast could be a great show to add to your list of favourites. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Coffee House Shots
Why Kemi is safer than Keir

Coffee House Shots

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2025 12:06


This morning Kemi Badenoch has staged a presser setting out the terms for a new (alternative) national grooming gangs inquiry – a move that has reopened wounds for many survivors and intensified criticism of Labour's handling of the existing process. What will this mean for the government, for survivors, and for the political fight ahead?Meanwhile in Scotland, the defection of former Scotland Office minister Lord Offord to Reform UK has sent shockwaves through the Scottish Conservatives – and raised fresh questions about the balance of power ahead of the Holyrood elections. Could Reform genuinely challenge Labour for second place? And how worried should Scottish Labour be as scandals continue to mount?Plus, Labour Together – the McSweeney-linked think tank which basically put Keir in power – has turned on the PM and is reportedly canvassing members on who they'd prefer as an alternative to Keir Starmer. Is he now in more danger than Kemi?James Heale is joined by Lucy Dunn and Tim Shipman to discuss a tumultuous week in Westminster and beyond.Produced by Oscar Edmondson and Megan McElory. 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.

Politics Weekly
Starmer meets Zelenskyy: is a new peace plan possible?

Politics Weekly

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2025 24:24


As Keir Starmer hosts Volodymyr Zelenskyy in London, Pippa Crerar and Kiran Stacey discuss what the ‘coalition of the willing' can achieve. Also in the spotlight is Labour's shifting position on the EU. Plus, with pressure mounting on Nigel Farage, can the Reform UK leader handle so much scrutiny?. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod

Full Story
Who is behind Australia's new rightwing political group?

Full Story

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2025 19:35


At an anti-immigration rally in Sydney late last month, pamphlets for a new populist political venture were being handed out to the crowd bearing the name and the colours of Nigel Farage's Reform UK party. So who is behind the group calling themselves Reform Australia, and what does its digital footprint reveal? Nour Haydar speaks with investigations reporter Ariel Bogle and political reporter Sarah Basford Canales on the rightwing group seeking to recruit at rallies

Politics At Jack And Sam's
Labour together? Who is hastening the PM's downfall

Politics At Jack And Sam's

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2025 19:15


Some of the country's biggest investment managers have sent a stark signal to Labour MPs. They worry that any attempt to oust Keir Starmer as PM could rattle the markets, weaken the pound and risk a Truss-style shock. As Labour Together, the group that campaigned for Starmer's leadership, tests the waters for potential successors, Sam and Anne unpack what's happening inside the party.In Downing Street Starmer hosts a high stake gathering with Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Emmanuel Macron and Friedrich Merz, as Donald Trump publicly pressures Ukraine to accept his peace terms. Sam and Anne look at what could be unfolding behind closed doors.Plus, in Clacton, Nigel Farage has been reported to police over his electoral expenditure. Reform UK denies the claims.

Holyrood Sources
DEFECTION: Malcolm Offord Explains his move from Tory to Reform UK

Holyrood Sources

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2025 45:45


Former Conservative Minister Malcolm Offord has defected from the Scottish Conservatives to Reform UK — and he joins Calum, Geoff and Andy for an in depth reaction.In this flash episode, Offord details why he left the Conservative Party, why he believes Reform UK offers a “centre-right alternative” in Scotland, and how energy policy, the economy, welfare, and Scotland's political direction shaped his decision.The conversation covers:• Why Offord says the Scottish Conservatives “gave up”• His critique of UK energy policy and the 30-year failure of wind subsidies• Whether Reform UK is actually “far-right”• Nigel Farage, Scottish identity & the question of English nationalism• What Reform UK would do on immigration, welfare & work• Geoff and Andy challenge Offord on Richard Tice's letter to energy companies• Could Reform UK hurt Scotland's renewables industry?• Would Offord debate Swinney, Sarwar, Findlay in 2026?• Could Reform UK do a deal with the Conservatives?• Is this the beginning of a major shift in Scottish centre-right politics? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Jon Gaunt Show
STARMER and BBC trying to destroy REFORM UK?

The Jon Gaunt Show

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2025 45:18


STARMER and BBC trying to destroy REFORM UK  #ReformUK #NigelFarage #KeirStarmer #LabourParty #BBC #BBCBias #QuestionTime #ZiaYusuf #JonGaunt #JonGauntTV  Is Keir Starmer now treating Nigel Farage and Reform UK as the real opposition — and is the BBC playing along? In this live show we look at the intensifying political and media attacks on Nigel Farage, as Labour figures repeatedly label Reform UK as "racist" and "extreme", while Farage's popularity and Reform's polling continue to rise. We examine the recent revival of long-standing allegations relating to Farage's school years — claims he strongly denies — and ask why decades-old accusations, dating back to when he was 13, are being pushed so aggressively now.  Is this legitimate scrutiny — or a political smear designed to delegitimise a movement before voters properly hear its case?  We also break down the controversial BBC Question Time episode featuring Zia Yusuf, where editorial decisions — including inviting a small-boat migrant into the studio audience to directly challenge Reform UK — have raised serious questions about impartiality.  Finally, we ask the question many viewers are asking: Are the BBC and Labour acting independently — or are they aligned when it comes to stopping Reform UK? Watch and decide for yourself, and make up your own mind. #ReformUK #NigelFarage #KeirStarmer #LabourParty #BBC #BBCBias #QuestionTime #ZiaYusuf #SmallBoats #IllegalMigration #MediaBias #FreeSpeech #UKPolitics #JonGaunt #JonGauntTV #CancelCulture #Establishment #PoliticalSmears  Reform UK, Nigel Farage, Keir Starmer, Labour Party, BBC, BBC bias, Question Time, Zia Yusuf, small boats, illegal migration, media bias, free speech, UK politics, Jon Gaunt, JonGauntTV, political smears, establishment politics, cancel culture  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 History of England
271. Breaking records

A History of England

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2025 14:59


Following the rather grim comedy of Boris Johnson, the Conservatives gave Britain the even more ridiculous spectacle of Liz Truss. She proceeded to push the British economy to the edge of the abyss, aided and abetted by her Chancellor of the Exchequer Kwasi ‘Kamikwasi' Kwarteng. Fortunately, her colleagues realised what a disastrous mess the Tory membership had made electing Truss leader, and chucked her out again, establishing a new record, previously held by George Canning since 1827, for the shortest tenure of any Prime Minister in office.To the delight of the Daily Star, which livestreamed a lettuce and a photo of Liz Truss, to see whether she could outlast the lettuce, it was the vegetable that won.It was Rishi Sunak who followed her into office, and he worked hard with his Chancellor Jeremy Hunt to get the economy back on its feet. Unfortunately, they went back to the beginning of this long period of Tory rule, to austerity politics. They worked no better second time around than first and only cut the public deficit by a little over half, leaving debt still climbing. Meanwhile, immigration was raising its head again as a key question. Oddly enough, net migration – people in less people out – had risen since Brexit, which many had backed as a way to limit migration in the first place. The new election took place on 4 July 2022. It was an election of fragmentation, with the old dominant parties of Labour and the Tories plumbing new depths of their joint share of the popular vote, while smaller parties – the Liberal Democrats, the Greens and the new kids on the block, Nigel Farage's Reform UK, surging forward.The success of Reform UK was the most striking. And the most ominous for the future of the other parties.Illustration: Liz Truss and the lettuce. Photo from the Daily StarMusic: Bach Partita #2c by J Bu licensed under an Attribution-NonCommercial-No Derivatives (aka Music Sharing) 3.0 International License

The Culture War Podcast with Tim Pool
Trump Is Going To Save Britain | The Culture War's Across The Pond

The Culture War Podcast with Tim Pool

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2025 59:30


Tate and Connor break down the Trump administration's new National Security Strategy, which puts a major focus on Europe's demographic pressures, migration crises, and the need for European nations to become more self-sufficient. They dig into what this shift means for U.S. and European relations, how Washington is reframing stability on the continent, and why the White House is urging Europe to "stand on its own two feet" in the years ahead. The duo also discuss Rupert Lowe's rapid rise in British politics, how he's reshaping Reform UK's messaging, and why his upcoming interview with Tucker Carlson could dramatically elevate his profile with American audiences. BUY CAST BREW COFFEE TO SUPPORT THE SHOW - https://castbrew.com/ Become A Member And Protect Our Work at http://www.timcast.com Host(s): Tate Brown @realTateBrown (everywhere) Connor Tomlinson @Con_Tomlinson (everywhere) My Second Channel -    / timcastnews   Podcast Channel -    / timcastirl  

Nuacht Mhall
6 Nollaig 2025 (Maigh Eo)

Nuacht Mhall

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2025 8:09


Nuacht Mhall. Príomhscéalta na seachtaine, léite go mall.*Inniu an séú lá de mhí na Nollag. Is mise Oisín Mac Conamhna.I Stáit Aontaithe Mheiriceá Déardaoin, thug an tAimiréal Frank Bradley fianaise don Chomhdháil faoi dhá ionsaí a rinne Cabhlach Mheiriceá ar bhád a bhí ag iompar drugaí, de réir Washington, ar an dara lá de mhí Mheán Fómhair. Scaoil siad dhá dhiúracán ar an mbád ar dtús, a bhris as a chéile ina dhá chuid é,agus a mharaigh gach duine ar bord seachas beirt, a bhí fágtha, de réir cosúlachta, agus iad longbhriste sa raic. Ansin scaoil an Cabhlach dhá dhiúracán eile chun an bheirt údaí a mharú, agus d'éirigh leo. Is coir chogaidh é, agus sárú ar Choinbhinsiún na Ginéive, mairnéalaigh longbhriste a mharú. Ta sé ráite ag an rialtas le Uachtarán Trump go bhfuil cogadh ar siúl idir Stáit Aontaithe Mheiriceá agus na cairtéil atá ag iomportáil drugaí ann, acht is conspóideach an cogadh é, ó thaobh an dlí de, mar sin féin.I Sasana, tá fiche a hocht duine a bhí ar scoil le Nigel Farage i gColáiste Dulwich, Londain, tar éis a rá don nuachtán The Guardian go bhfaca siad bulaíocht chiníoch nó fhrith-sheimíteach uaidh ag an am sin. Dúirt Peter Ettedgui, stiúrthóir scannán mór le rá atá ina Ghiúdach, go raibh sé mar nós agFarage a rá leis go raibh an ceart ag Hitler, nó a bheith ag siosarnach leis amhail is dá mbeadh gás nimhiúil ann. Dúirt Yinke Bankole gur thosaigh sé ar scoil ann nuair a raibh sé naoi mbliana d'aois, agus bhí Farage thart ar seacht déag, agus gur cuimhin leis Farage ag díriú a láimhe agus ag rá leis gur sin an bealach ar ais go dtí an Afraic. Dúirt comhscoláirí éagsúla gur chonaic siad Farage ag canadh “Gásaigh iad uilig”, nó agmí-úsáid a chumhachta mar chinnire go ciníoch; agus dúirt roinnt comhscoláirí go bhfaca siad Farage ag caitheamh maslaí ciníocha go minic. Ghlac Farage páirt ollmhór i bhfeachtas an Bhreatimeachta, agus anois tá sé i gceannas ar an bpáirtí Reform UK, atá chun tosaigh ar leibhéil náisiúnta ar thart ar 30% snaphobalbreitheanna sa Ríocht Aontaithe. Dúirt Farage nár thug sé íde béil chiníoch d'aon ghnó riamh, agus nach ndearna sé iarracht dhíreach, dháiríre daoine a ghortú.Bhí tráthnóna mór ann in Áras Inis Gluaire i mBéal an Mhuirthead Dé hAoine, le tacaiocht mhór ón eagraíocht Gaeilge Iorrais, nuair a sheol Aire na Gaeltachta Dara Calleary an leabhar “Scéal Muirí Mhuigh Eo” le Breandán Mac Conamhna, foilsithe ag Mayo Books Press. Insíonn an leabhar scéal oidhreacht mhuirí an chontae ón gClochaois go dtí an lá áta inniu ann. Tá sé scríofa go hiomlán i gcanúint Iorrais, tuaisceart Mhuigh Eo, agus dár leis an údar, a rugadh i mBéal Deirg ar chósta thuaidh an chontae sa bhliain 1936, is é an chéad leabhar dá leithéid ar feadh seachtó bliain, ó tháinig an Caighdeán Oifigiúil an an bhfód. Do mhol an tAire an saothar, tábhacht na canúna, agus an leabharmar bhrontannas Nollag; agus tar éis an seolta bhí béile agus ól, ceol, damhsa, amhránaíocht, caint agus craic.*Léirithe ag Conradh na Gaeilge i Londain. Tá an script ar fáil i d'aip phodchraolta.*GLUAIScoir chogaidh - war crimemairnéalaigh longbhriste - shipwrecked sailorsbulaíocht chiníoch nó fhrith-sheimíteach - racist or anti-semitic bullyingd'aon ghnó - on purposeoidhreacht mhuirí - maritime heritagean Chlochaois - the Stone Age

The spiked podcast
The lies of Rachel Reeves

The spiked podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2025 28:30


Esther Krakue, Tom Slater and Fraser Myers on the UK chancellor's ‘creative accounting', David Lammy's tyrannical war on juries and the celebrities on the march against Reform UK. Watch the second half of the discussion on spiked podcast: unlocked – our weekly bonus podcast, exclusively for spiked supporters – here: https://www.spiked-online.com/podcast-episode/your-partys-delicious-meltdown/ Become a spiked supporter to access all of spiked's exclusive content, and get unlimited, ad-free reading and other perks: https://www.spiked-online.com/support/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

FT Politics
Deals, donations and damage limitation

FT Politics

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2025 39:34


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

Not Another One
Are big donors a boon or a burden to political parties?

Not Another One

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2025 44:28


With news of Reform UK's record £9m donation, our weekend episode finds the team reunited to explore whether money from individuals or organisations implies something in return. Should Britain opt for state funding of political parties? Or is going back to mass membership a better approach and a predictor of success? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today in Focus
Can Farage survive racism allegations? – The Latest

Today in Focus

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2025 9:57


Reform's deputy leader Richard Tice says allegations of racism from Nigel Farage's school days are ‘made-up twaddle'. Lucy Hough speaks to investigations correspondent Henry Dyer -- Watch Today in Focus: The Latest on YouTube --. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus

Politics Weekly
Could Reform UK and the Tories merge?

Politics Weekly

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2025 34:40


Nigel Farage was handed a £9m donation this week, amid reports he said elsewhere that a deal with the Conservatives before the general election was ‘inevitable'. John Harris speaks to Kiran Stacey about what this means for Reform UK. They also discuss David Lammy's plan to scrap some jury trials, and answer questions from Politics Weekly UK listeners. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod

How To Win An Election
How Labour Could Reverse Brexit

How To Win An Election

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2025 40:49


The prime minister has been increasingly critical of Brexit this week, and says he wants a closer relationship with the EU - without rejoining key parts of the club.But will Labour inevitably have to go further, and if they do will they be falling into a Reform UK trap?We also discuss the role of the Downing Street 'maverick genius' - and what that's got to do with My Little Pony.Send your questions, comments and voicenotes to howtowin@thetimes.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Whitehall Sources
Is Starmer Secretly Planning a New Brexit Deal?

Whitehall Sources

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2025 45:47


Brexit is back on the agenda — and this week's Whitehall Sources dives deep. Former No10 adviser Kirsty Buchanan, political strategist Jo Tanner, and Calum Macdonald break down whether Keir Starmer is quietly preparing the UK for a new customs arrangement with the EU – and what that actually means.We analyse:

The Trawl Podcast
Budget Fallout, Reform Turmoil &....a Tree Surgeon Radicalises a Lamp Post

The Trawl Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2025 47:06


It's been a week of karaoke meltdowns, pleather-skirt floor-crawling and a rusty saw nightmare… and yet Marina and Jemma are more determined than ever to get behind the mic to discuss the latest batshittery from the world of news and politics.They dive into the spectacular chaos of Your Party, and ponder the finally-we're-saying-it-out-loud national acceptance that Brexit is absolute dogshit, before analysing an absurd week of headlines that prove the tabloids are still going for Rachel Reeves with pretty vicious vengeance.There's also some tree-surgeon flag-shaggery, Reform UK chaos and the delicious irony of David Coburn shouting about sovereignty from his French château. Plus: Jonathan Gullis has swapped sinking ships. It's a packed, punchy, unhinged week - so pretty standard - enjoy!Thank you for sharing and please do follow us @MarinaPurkiss @jemmaforte @TheTrawlPodcast Patreonhttps://patreon.com/TheTrawlPodcast Youtubehttps://www.youtube.com/@TheTrawl Twitterhttps://twitter.com/TheTrawlPodcastIf you've even mildly enjoyed The Trawl, you'll love the unfiltered, no-holds-barred extras from Jemma & Marina over on Patreon, including:• Exclusive episodes of The Trawl Goss – where Jemma and Marina spill backstage gossip, dive into their personal lives, and often forget the mic is on• Early access to The Trawl Meets…• Glorious ad-free episodesPlus, there's a bell-free community of over 3,300 legends sparking brilliant chat.And it's your way to support the pod which the ladies pour their hearts, souls (and occasional anxiety) into. All for your listening pleasure and reassurance that through this geopolitical s**tstorm… you're not alone.Come join the fun:https://www.patreon.com/TheTrawlPodcast?utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Accents d'Europe
Immigration : l'extrême droite avance ses pions y compris à Bruxelles

Accents d'Europe

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2025 19:30


Au Danemark, au Royaume-Uni et, à présent, au sein des instances de l'UE, le principe d'une politique migratoire hyperrestrictive s'impose sous la pression des partis nationalistes.  Immigrations : Au Royaume-Uni, depuis son arrivée au pouvoir en juillet 2024, le Labour de Keir Starmer déplace sa ligne politique vers la droite, dans un paysage plus morcelé que jamais avec la montée en puissance d'acteurs comme les LibDem au centre, les Verts et surtout l'extrême droite de Reform UK. Parmi les décisions de ce gouvernement Labour qui ont surpris à gauche - y compris au sein du parti - figure la récente réforme des politiques d'immigration. Elle durcit l'accès au droit d'asile et met fin au regroupement familial. Reportage à Londres, Marie Billon. Au Danemark, les sociaux démocrates ont doté le pays de l'une des politiques les plus restrictives d'Europe en matière d'immigration et de conditions d'accueil des réfugiés, soutenue par un consensus politique. Le pays se présente par ailleurs comme un modèle de défense des droits humains et du bien-être de l'individu. Les explications d'Ottilia Ferey À Bruxelles, sous l'impulsion de la présidence danoise du Conseil, les représentants des instances européennes ont décidé de lier les aides commerciales aux pays du Sud à la réadmission de migrants déboutés de l'asile. Ce tournant majeur vient rappeler que le visage politique de l'UE change. Est-il en train de basculer vers l'extrême droite ? Éléments de réponse avec la journaliste Sophie Dupuy. Une chronique en partenariat avec Contexte, média européen numérique indépendant sur les institutions et les politiques de l'Union européenne.     Transition énergétique : En Slovaquie, le charbon a joué un rôle économique considérable après la Seconde Guerre mondiale, mais l'heure de la reconversion a sonné. Dans le nord du pays, la région de la Haute Nitra a décidé d'abandonner la production. La centrale électrique est en cours de fermeture, et la mine a cessé d'extraire le minerai, il y a deux ans. Grâce à un fonds de transition de l'UE, de 226 millions, la Haute Nitra doit devenir une région pilote de l'économie post-fossile. Mais les projets d'énergie verte ont du mal à avancer. Frédérique Lebel nous emmène sur le site de la mine désaffectée de Novaky. Reportage en Slovaquie réalisé avec le soutien de la Direction générale de la politique régionale et urbaine de la Commission Européenne. 

Accents d'Europe
Immigration : l'extrême droite avance ses pions y compris à Bruxelles

Accents d'Europe

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2025 19:30


Au Danemark, au Royaume-Uni et, à présent, au sein des instances de l'UE, le principe d'une politique migratoire hyperrestrictive s'impose sous la pression des partis nationalistes.  Immigrations : Au Royaume-Uni, depuis son arrivée au pouvoir en juillet 2024, le Labour de Keir Starmer déplace sa ligne politique vers la droite, dans un paysage plus morcelé que jamais avec la montée en puissance d'acteurs comme les LibDem au centre, les Verts et surtout l'extrême droite de Reform UK. Parmi les décisions de ce gouvernement Labour qui ont surpris à gauche - y compris au sein du parti - figure la récente réforme des politiques d'immigration. Elle durcit l'accès au droit d'asile et met fin au regroupement familial. Reportage à Londres, Marie Billon. Au Danemark, les sociaux démocrates ont doté le pays de l'une des politiques les plus restrictives d'Europe en matière d'immigration et de conditions d'accueil des réfugiés, soutenue par un consensus politique. Le pays se présente par ailleurs comme un modèle de défense des droits humains et du bien-être de l'individu. Les explications d'Ottilia Ferey À Bruxelles, sous l'impulsion de la présidence danoise du Conseil, les représentants des instances européennes ont décidé de lier les aides commerciales aux pays du Sud à la réadmission de migrants déboutés de l'asile. Ce tournant majeur vient rappeler que le visage politique de l'UE change. Est-il en train de basculer vers l'extrême droite ? Éléments de réponse avec la journaliste Sophie Dupuy. Une chronique en partenariat avec Contexte, média européen numérique indépendant sur les institutions et les politiques de l'Union européenne.     Transition énergétique : En Slovaquie, le charbon a joué un rôle économique considérable après la Seconde Guerre mondiale, mais l'heure de la reconversion a sonné. Dans le nord du pays, la région de la Haute Nitra a décidé d'abandonner la production. La centrale électrique est en cours de fermeture, et la mine a cessé d'extraire le minerai, il y a deux ans. Grâce à un fonds de transition de l'UE, de 226 millions, la Haute Nitra doit devenir une région pilote de l'économie post-fossile. Mais les projets d'énergie verte ont du mal à avancer. Frédérique Lebel nous emmène sur le site de la mine désaffectée de Novaky. Reportage en Slovaquie réalisé avec le soutien de la Direction générale de la politique régionale et urbaine de la Commission Européenne. 

RÆSON - dansk og international politik
Geopol: Russisk bestikkelse. Kinesiske adresser. Ser vi kun toppen af isbjerget?

RÆSON - dansk og international politik

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2025 43:27


I de her dage har britiske medier været fyldt med historier om Reform UK's forbindelser til Rusland, og allerede i 2023 advarede MI5-chefen om, at 20.000 briter var blevet kontaktet af kinesiske agenter via LinkedIn. Ser vi blot toppen af isbjerget? Og står Vesten foran en ny æra af udenlandsk infiltrering? I dette afsnit taler Mikkel Vedby og Lars Struwe om omfanget af udenlandsk infiltration i Vesten – og om vi overhovedet er rede til at modstå den.

The Current Thing
Has Liberalism Failed? - Andrew Doyle

The Current Thing

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2025 49:14


On this week's episode of The Current Thing I am joined by Andrew Doyle to talk about his recent book, The End of Woke. We discuss: -His recent experience with Antifa at a Turning Point USA event -How the murder of Charlie Kirk has affected him -Whether ‘Woke Right' is a valid term -His understanding of liberalism, and why the term is so misused -Why we should scrap multiculturalism -His thoughts on Reform UK and the future of Britain And lots more! Watch the full episode here: https://www.nickdixon.net  By subscribing you will also gain access to the full versions of all our back episodes with the likes of David Starkey, Carl Benjamin, Ben Habib, Connor Tomlinson, Harrison Pitt and many more. AND you will get access to full versions of my weekly topical podcast, plus extra bonus content only available here. You can also comment on all posts and join the private chat group. And of course you will be supporting us and allowing me to continue doing this work, all for just a fiver, or around £4 a month with the yearly option. Thanks! Nick Subscribe here: https://www.nickdixon.net Make a one-off donation here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/nickdixon  Nick's links Substack: www.nickdixon.net  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@nick_dixon   X: https://x.com/njdixon  Andrew's links X: x.com/andrewdoyle_com Website: https://www.andrewdoyle.org 

The Jon Gaunt Show
Starmer Too Weak to Copy Trump on Immigration? LIVE SHOW

The Jon Gaunt Show

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2025 49:03


Starmer Too Weak to Copy Trump on Immigration? LIVE SHOW #JonGaunt #KeirStarmer #DonaldTrump #ImmigrationBan #SmallBoatsCrisis #BorderControl #ReformUK #UKPolitics #USPolitics Tonight we tackle one of the most explosive questions in British politics: Should Keir Starmer follow Donald Trump's lead and suspend immigration?  After the shocking murder of a female National Guardsman in the US — allegedly by an Afghan migrant — Trump has announced a drastic halt on immigration from certain countries. It's a move that has ignited fierce debate across America.  But with the UK facing its own tragedies linked to illegal migrants arriving on small boats, the question is unavoidable: Could Starmer ever take similar action? Does he have the political courage — or the public support — to do it? In this live show we'll dig into:

The Neurodivergent Experience
Hot Topic: The Truth About “Overdiagnosis” — Debunking Reform UK's Agenda on Neurodivergent Children

The Neurodivergent Experience

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2025 28:28


In this Hot Topic episode of The Neurodivergent Experience, Jordan James and Simon Scott respond to shocking recent comments from Reform UK's deputy leader, Richard Tice — whose claims about “overdiagnosis,” ear defenders, and SEND support reveal just how dangerously out of touch his party is with neurodivergent realities. They break down Tice's statements about “too many labels,” “overdiagnosed children,” and the idea that SEND support should be pushed back onto already-burnt-out schools. Jordan and Simon explore why this rhetoric isn't just ignorant — it's harmful, ableist, and deeply rooted in a political movement that treats disabled children as a financial burden rather than human beings.Across the episode, they dive into:Why claims of “overdiagnosis” are factually wrong — and why autism and ADHD remain massively underdiagnosedThe danger of framing neurodivergent support as “optional” or “too expensive”How right-wing parties in the UK and US mirror each other in attacking disabled communitiesWhy ear defenders, sensory tools, and accommodations matter — and what it means when politicians publicly mock themThe long history of autistic people driving innovation, science, technology, art, and cultureHow austerity politics weaponise public ignorance about neurodivergenceWhy dismissing assessments, EHCPs, and support plans harms every child, not just SEND studentsWhat happens when politicians shape policy around stigma instead of science and lived experienceThis is a fiery, unapologetic episode about the real political threat facing autistic and ADHD people — and why our community cannot stay silent when elected officials target disabled children to score votes.Our Sponsors:

The Trawl Podcast
Red Square to Red-Faced: Reform's Russian Scandal and Racism Row

The Trawl Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2025 36:58


In this Trawl, Jemma and Marina dive into the political earthquake shaking Reform UK after former Welsh leader Nathan Gill was jailed for taking bribes linked to pro-Russian interests. With the party insisting there's no need for an internal investigation, social media has been left... unconvinced.We pick through the online reaction, the disbelief, and the dark humour as Westminster scrambles to respond. From Farage's denials over his own past controversies to questions about transparency inside Reform, the timeline is an absolute mess and the internet has thoughts.Plus: the memes, the meltdowns, and the moments that defined a week where one conviction sets off a political chain reaction.Thank you for sharing and please do follow us @MarinaPurkiss @jemmaforte @TheTrawlPodcast Patreonhttps://patreon.com/TheTrawlPodcast Youtubehttps://www.youtube.com/@TheTrawl Twitterhttps://twitter.com/TheTrawlPodcastIf you've even mildly enjoyed The Trawl, you'll love the unfiltered, no-holds-barred extras from Jemma & Marina over on Patreon, including:• Exclusive episodes of The Trawl Goss – where Jemma and Marina spill backstage gossip, dive into their personal lives, and often forget the mic is on• Early access to The Trawl Meets…• Glorious ad-free episodesPlus, there's a bell-free community of over 3,300 legends sparking brilliant chat.And it's your way to support the pod which the ladies pour their hearts, souls (and occasional anxiety) into. All for your listening pleasure and reassurance that through this geopolitical s**tstorm… you're not alone.Come join the fun:https://www.patreon.com/TheTrawlPodcast?utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Two-Minute Briefing
'Spineless, shameless and aimless': Reeves unveils horror Budget

The Two-Minute Briefing

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2025 47:31


The Budget has finally been delivered and it was every bit as horrible as feared. Rachel Reeves has gone on a £30bn tax raid, punishing savers and landlords, all so that she can afford to cut the two-child benefit cap in a desperate bid to shore up the support from her back benches.Camilla and Tim react to the day's events outside Parliament with Conservative shadow chancellor Sir Mel Stride, Reform UK's Danny Kruger and Labour backbencher Clive Lewis - who's pledged to step down in his Norwich South seat so that Andy Burnham can challenge Keir Starmer for the leadership.We want to hear from you! Email us at thedailyt@telegraph.co.uk or find @dailytpodcast on TikTok, Instagram and X► Sign up to our most popular newsletter, From the Editor. Look forward to receiving free-thinking comment and the day's biggest stories, every morning. telegraph.co.uk/fromtheeditorProducers: Lilian Fawcett and Hugo Verelst-WaySenior Producer: John CadiganVideo Producer: Will WaltersStudio Operator: Andy McKenzieExecutive Producer: Charlotte SeligmanSocial Producer: Nada AggourEditor: Camilla Tominey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Leader | Evening Standard daily
Labour support in London hits all-time low

The Leader | Evening Standard daily

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2025 15:03


Ahead of the autumn budget, support for Labour in London is at a record low, according to a new poll, as Rachel Reeves is set to clobber the capital with a wave of tax rises. Nigel Farage's Reform UK has surged to 23 per cent in the capital, ahead of the Tories on 20 per cent, with Labour on 32 per cent. The Chancellor faces a backlash from voters, particularly those on high and middle incomes, ahead of London local elections next May. London has for many years been a Labour stronghold but the party's support has plunged since the general election last July, according to the latest Savanta poll for Centre for London. The Standard's Political Editor Nic Cecil is here with the latest. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Focus
British voters divided over immigration as Reform UK soars in the polls

Focus

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2025 6:39


In the UK, one of the key architects of the campaign to leave the EU is currently the favourite to become the next prime minister. Nigel Farage and his right-wing populist party, Reform UK, are soaring in the polls. For years, Farage has argued that immigration is the cause of Britain's problems, from the rising cost of living to long hospital waiting lists. FRANCE 24's Clovis Casali and Claire Paccalin travelled around the UK to find out what impact this message is having on British people. 

Today in Focus
How Nigel Farage's ‘right-hand man' in Europe was unmasked as a traitor

Today in Focus

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2025 29:46


Nathan Gill was an MEP for the Brexit party and Ukip, and later became Reform UK's leader in Wales. Now he has been jailed for 10 years for taking bribes to make pro-Russia statements. Luke Harding reports. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus

The Jon Gaunt Show
Stop Calling Everyone a Nazi! – Reform UK's Badge Isn't Fascist

The Jon Gaunt Show

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2025 40:52


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

The Rest Is Politics
472. Is Trump's Peace 'Plan' Forced Surrender for Ukraine?

The Rest Is Politics

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2025 55:38


Who is really behind the White House 'peace plan' for Ukraine: Trump or Putin? Why isn't Europe taking the threat from Russia more seriously, and doing more to protect Ukraine? How does all of this relate to Russia's hybrid warfare and the ex-leader of Reform UK in Wales taking pro-Russia bribes? Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all these questions and more. __________ Get more from The Rest Is Politics with TRIP+. Enjoy bonus episodes, ad-free listening, early access, live show ticket priority, our members' newsletter, and private Discord community – plus exclusive series on JD Vance, Rupert Murdoch, and more. Start your 7-day free trial today at therestispolitics.com The Rest Is Politics is powered by Fuse Energy. The Rest Is Politics is powered by Fuse Energy. Fuse are giving away free TRIP Plus membership for all of 2025 to new sign ups

Six O'Clock News
Former Welsh Reform leader jailed for pro-Russia bribery

Six O'Clock News

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2025 30:39


The former leader of Reform UK in Wales, Nathan Gill, has been jailed for 10 and a half years for taking bribes to make pro-Russian statements. Also: President Zelensky says Ukraine is facing one of the most difficult moments in its history and risks losing the US as a key ally over Washington's plan for peace with Russia. And the words “fossil fuels” have been removed from the latest draft agreement at the COP30 climate conference in Brazil.

Cultures monde
Table-ronde : Immigration au Royaume-Uni, les travaillistes dans la surenchère

Cultures monde

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2025 36:52


durée : 00:36:52 - Cultures Monde - par : Mélanie Chalandon, Julie Gacon - La nouvelle réforme du droit d'asile proposée par le parti travailliste marque un tournant répressif dans la politique migratoire britannique, dans un contexte où la pression d'extrême-droite du parti Reform UK et des manifestations anti-migrants s'accroit. - réalisation : Vivian Lecuivre - invités : Clémence Fourton Maîtresse de conférences en études anglophones à Sciences-Po Lille. Spécialiste de la société britannique contemporaine.; Jon Henley grand reporter Europe du journal britannique The Guardian.

La ContraCrónica
La crisis del refugio político

La ContraCrónica

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2025 58:22


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

Today in Focus
The surprising truth about Reform voters

Today in Focus

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2025 28:10


The biggest survey of Reform voters to date reveals unexpected views. Aditya Chakrabortty reports. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus