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Will he? Won't he? President Donald Trump has given little indication as to whether America will join in the conflict between Israel and Iran. So where does this leave the UK and its assets in the region? How does the prime minister play his hand with the president, and what does that mean for his relationship with his own party, especially given Labour's track record? Host George Parker is joined by the FT's Middle East editor Andrew England, alongside regular guests Robert Shrimsley and Miranda Green, to discuss Sir Keir Starmer's options. Follow George on Bluesky or X: @georgewparker.bsky.social, @GeorgeWParker; Robert @robertshrimsley, @robertshrimsley.bsky.social; Miranda @greenmirandahere.bsky.socialWhat did you think of this episode? Let us know at politicalfix@ft.com Want more? Free links: Starmer puts UK cabinet on alert for potential US attack on IranThe implosion of Iran's ‘no peace, no war' strategy Europe set for Iran talks as Trump signals 2-week window to decide on attackTrump says he ‘may or may not' strike IranTo mark one year of the Labour government, Political Fix regulars Stephen Bush, Robert Shrimsley and Miranda Green will be answering reader questions about what's coming next on July 3 at 1pm. Take part in our live Q&A by going to FT.com/labouryear. Sign up here for 30 days free of Stephen Bush's Inside Politics newsletter. 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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Following Keir Starmer's decision to call for a national inquiry into grooming gangs, the Home Secretary Yvette Cooper spoke in the Commons today about the 'collective failure' to address questions about groomings gangs' ethnicity in the Casey report. Elsewhere this week, Welfare reform legislation is being tabled, with a vote expected before the end of the month. Sir Keir Starmer has signalled his willingness to confront dissent within his own ranks. Meanwhile, the assisted dying debate is once again gaining momentum in Westminster, with MPs preparing for a free vote on one of the most ethically charged issues in British politics. Natasha Feroze, is joined by James Heale and Isabel Hardman. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

United Kingdom correspondent Edward O'Driscoll spoke to Lisa Owen about the UK moving jets to the Middle East amid the Iran-Israel conflict, all while Sir Keir Starmer attends the G7 meeting

Blaise Metreweli will take over from Sir Richard Moore as “C”.To walk us through her role, why she got the job, and how important her job is in current times, we're joined by the Standard's political editor, Nicholas Cecil.The UK prime minister, Sir Keir Starmer, said Blaise joins at a time when Britain is facing “unprecedented threats”Also in this episode:Signing up for clinical trials to be a new feature on NHS AppBlood test for early signs of pancreatic cancer trialled by UK doctorsNew GPS tracking of Australian birds reveals a remarkable 38-hour journeyYoung homeowners turn to TikTok for design inspo Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today, we look at the announcement that there will be full national statutory inquiry into grooming gangs.Sir Keir Starmer said he had accepted the recommendations of an audit by Baroness Louise Casey into the data and evidence on the nature and scale of group-based child sexual abuse.And as the conflict between Israel and Iran continues, Laura, Paddy and Henry Zeffman, look at what the UK is doing in response. 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://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhereNew 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://bit.ly/3ENLcS1 Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Paddy O'Connell and Laura Kuenssberg. It was made by Chris Flynn and Josh Jenkins. The technical producer was James Piper. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.

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This episode of 'The Two Jacks' features Jack the Insider and Hong Kong Jack discussing a range of topics. A significant portion of the episode is dedicated to the story of former Victoria Police detective Denis Ryan and his fight for justice against clerical abuse, detailed in the book Unholy Trinity. They also touch upon Australian and international politics, including sectarianism, the current state of the Labor and Green parties, the situation in Tasmania, and US and UK politics with commentary on Elon Musk, the Democrats, and Sir Keir Starmer. The episode concludes with a discussion on sports, specifically AFL, NRL, and cricket.PS - THESE SHOWNOTES ARE AI GENERATED(0:00:33) - Discussion of the life and fight for justice of former Vic Boll police detective Denis Ryan, who sought to prosecute Monsignor John Day for child sex offenses in Mildura in 1972, referencing the book Unholy Trinity.(0:09:31) - The police force's reaction to Denis Ryan's investigation, the "Catholic mafia" stymying the investigation, and Denis being ostracized.(0:17:43) - Joel Hill's encounter with then Chief Commissioner of Victoria Police, Graham Ashton, and asking him when he would apologize to Denis Ryan, which eventually led to formal apologies and compensation.(0:30:09) - Discussion of Dorinda Cox, former WA Green senator, joining the Labor Party and the political implications.(0:41:03) - Moving on from Australian politics to Elon Musk's unhappiness with a congressional spending bill and related gossip.(0:50:30) - Moving on to Ukraine and their significant win with drones taking out a substantial number of Russia's bomber fleet and the wider implications for the war.(0:55:09) - Moving on to the UK and Sir Keir Starmer's woes, including attacks from within his party and being spooked by the Reform party, and a discussion on immigration issues.(1:07:03) - Moving on to sport, mentioning the Tasmanian Devils AFL team and their reliance on political results in Tasmania, leading into a wider discussion on AFL governance and umpiring issues.(1:20:56) - Moving on to NRL, discussing State of Origin and a listener's lament about the South Sydney Rabbitohs.(1:23:46) - Discussion of PSG (Paris Saint-Germain) winning the Champions League final against Inter Milan and related events.(1:25:38) - Looking ahead to next week, mentioning the Test Championship at Lord's and Virat Kohli's IPL win, and discussing Australian cricket.

Police in India say at least 260 people have been killed in the Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad. We're live in the city of Ahmedabad where an investigation is underway tonight - and we've been meet people in the UK who've been affected.Also tonight:The prime minister of Bangladesh tells us he's disappointed Sir Keir Starmer hasn't taken up his request to meet him on a visit to London. And as the high street chain is sold for £1 and now faces hundreds of store closures - we have a ode to Poundland from the Poet Laureate.

Today, the clash between Governor Newsom and President Trump escalates as LA protests enter day four. A defence official has told the BBC's US partner CBS that approximately 2,100 members of the California National Guard are now on location in the greater Los Angeles area, with 700 Marines also in and around the city. Newsom called it “the deranged fantasy of a dictatorial president,” while Trump claimed LA “would be burning to the ground” without his intervention. Adam is joined by chief anchor for BBC News Sumi Somaskanda, and host of the Coming Storm Gabriel Gatehouse.And, The prime minister has said he is "not writing a blank cheque" to pay for a new UK nuclear power plant, after the government announced it would commit £14.2bn to the project. Sir Keir Starmer told the BBC the development of Sizewell C on the Suffolk coastline would create 10,000 jobs over the next decade, and provide energy security and independence for the country. Adam is joined by Adam Bell, the former head of energy strategy at the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy. 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://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhereNew 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://bit.ly/3ENLcS1 Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Jack Maclaren with Adam Chowdhury and Julia Webster. The technical producer was Hannah Montgomery. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.

Bongani Bingwa speaks with Adam Gilchrist about Germany's defence chief warning that Russia could attack NATO within the next four years, the greater one-horned rhino was spotted casually walking down a street near Chitwan National Park in Nepal, and Madame Tussauds has no plans to create a wax figure of Prime Minister Keir Starmer due to uncertainty about his long-term relevance. 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station. Bongani makes sense of the news, interviews the key newsmakers of the day, and holds those in power to account on your behalf. The team bring you all you need to know to start your day Thank you for listening to a podcast from 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 06:00 and 09:00 (SA Time) to Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa broadcast on 702: https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/36edSLV or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/zEcM35T Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As Rachel Reeves prepares for next week's spending review, Beth explains why it could be a defining moment for the government and the chancellor is faced with difficult choices. Harriet talks about the two-child benefit cap and whether the government can afford to scrap it.  And as Sir Keir Starmer puts the country on a war footing, Sky's defence correspondent Deborah Haynes joins Beth, Ruth and Harriet to talk about the strategic defence review and why there's no argument across parliament about defence spending. Deborah also talks about her own podcast The Wargame, which is out next week and simulates an attack on the UK. Remember you can also watch us on YouTube! 

This week, Harriet Langley-Swindon and Producer Martin are joined by Sir Keir Starmer, who tells them why he's buying new submarines and why they will all have a reverse gear; Fiona Inance, Professor of Freedomnomics at Great Lakes University, joins us to give real-time commentary on Donald Trump's brilliant tariffs; and Eshaan Akbar has a Hot & Spicy Takeaway about white people becoming a minority in the UK.Thanks to Michael Connor, Clodagh Harris, Adam Liplatt and Tony Evans, all of whom signed up to our Patreon this week. They will also hear our interview with TV's Dr. Lucy, who tells us all about her revolutionary "blood health" monitoring device and app. If you want to hear that, sign up at Patreon.com/NonCensored, where you'll also get every episode early and without ads; every segment in video; and exclusive bonus podcasts.It would help us enormously if you were to fill out this survey: http://bit.ly/noncensored-surveyWith thanks to Rosie Holt, Brendan Murphy, Eshaan Akbar, Joz Norris, Davina Bentley, Bethany Black and Ed Morrish.Rosie's book, Why We Were Right, is available now.Brendan is currently on tour with Kiell Smith-Bynoe as part of Kool Story Bro.Eshaan has a stand-up special on YouTube, The Pretender.Joz will be screening his pilot, Just be Happy (also starring Phil Ellis, Huge Davies and Donna Preston) at Eggbox at The Pleasance on 1st July: tickets available here.Davina does sketches on her Instagram, and does a very funny podcast with Freya Mallard called Binks and Hebrides Whine Time.Bethany has two specials available on Go Faster Stripe: Unwinnable, and Always Bet On Beth.Ed also produces Sound Heap With John-Luke Roberts, an improvised sketch show.Show photography is by Karla Gowlett and design is by Chris Barker. Original music is by Paddy Gervers and Rob Sell at Torch and Compass.NonCensored is a Lead Mojo production. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bongani Bingwa speaks with Adam Gilchrist about Germany's defence chief warning that Russia could attack NATO within the next four years, the greater one-horned rhino was spotted casually walking down a street near Chitwan National Park in Nepal, and Madame Tussauds has no plans to create a wax figure of Prime Minister Keir Starmer due to uncertainty about his long-term relevance. 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station. Bongani makes sense of the news, interviews the key newsmakers of the day, and holds those in power to account on your behalf. The team bring you all you need to know to start your day Thank you for listening to a podcast from 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 06:00 and 09:00 (SA Time) to Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa broadcast on 702: https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/36edSLV or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/zEcM35T Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sky News' Sam Coates and Politico's Anne McElvoy serve up their essential guide to the day in British politics. More details of Chancellor Rachel Reeves' spending squeeze next week are trickling out - including a U-turn on the winter fuel allowance which we now know is happening in the spending review.The political implications of the U-turn, rather than the broader spending review itself, threatens to dominate the political narrative for the next week and more. How much pressure will that pile on Sir Keir Starmer and his chancellor? 

Rachel Reeves has said that changes will be made to ensure more pensioners receive the winter fuel allowance this year. A fortnight ago, Sir Keir Starmer said he wanted to allow more people to get the payment, but no time-scale was given. Also: The president of the International Committee of the Red Cross says people living in Gaza are being entirely stripped of their human dignity. And the National Trust has removed a work of art featuring the name of the Harry Potter author, JK Rowling, from one of its country houses.

Sky News' Sam Coates and Politico's Anne McElvoy serve up their essential guide to the day in British politics. The UK steel industry – which was on the verge of collapse just weeks ago – will no longer face the heaviest of Donald Trump's tariffs, the US announced overnight. We're the only country spared the doubling of tariffs on steel imports to the US to 50% – ours instead capped at 25%.This sounds great – until you remember last month's UK-US agreement – when the PM negotiated President Trump's 25% tariff down to zero – a deal that is yet to come into force.What's happened? And how big a win is this for Sir Keir Starmer and for Labour in any case? Is this ensuring the revival of British steel, or merely another stay of execution?

The Strategic Defence Review implies significant increases in spending and Sir Keir Starmer has insisted the money will be found but without explaining how. Will any new money for defence be well spent and how will Starmer and Rachel Reeves fund the increases? Is defence a more urgent priority than other needs such as social care and the NHS? What will be the political consequences? And is the UK heading for war or investing to avoid one? We attempt to answer these epic questions and disagree in a constructive spirit. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Britain to boost its nuclear submarine fleet as Sir Keir Starmer says the nation must be prepared for war with Russia. 

Britain to boost its nuclear submarine fleet as Sir Keir Starmer says the nation must be prepared for war with Russia. 

The prime minister has launched a 10-year Strategic Defence Review setting out how Britain will operate in an ever-more worrying geopolitical environment.  Sir Keir Starmer says "every citizen has a role to play" in "defence of the realm", but do we know what kind of war we're preparing for?   On today's Sky News Daily, Niall Paterson is joined by Sky's defence editor Deborah Haynes and military analyst Michael Clarke to discuss whether the defence review meets the mark.   Producer: Emily Hulme  Editor: Philly Beaumont 

 Sky News' Sam Coates and Politico's Anne McElvoy serve up their essential guide to the day in British politics.   This time last year, Labour and the Conservatives were in the throes of an era-defining election campaign that would end in Sir Keir Starmer winning an extraordinarily large majority. The Reform Party was little more than a buzzing bee amid the backdrop of the UK political landscape. Spin forward 12 months, and how much things have changed. June 2025 marks the start of a crucial month for Sir Keir's Labour Party, with decisions due across a number of departments that will shape the course of this political era. In the coming weeks, we'll see a security strategy, a 10-year NHS strategy, an industrial strategy, and much more – all tied to next week's spending review. Today, it's the turn of military spending, as Defence Secretary John Healey reveals his 'first of a kind' Strategic Defence Review. But does it live up to the billing? 

Sir Keir Starmer has hit back at Nigel Farage - making a speech warning that Farage's "fantasy" economics will lead to a Liz Truss-style economic meltdown. So would Reform UK's policies crash the economy? Hugo Rifkind unpacks the politics of the day with Manveen Rana and Zoe Strimpel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nigel Farage Just Won Election? Reform UK Poll Surge –Starmer Slumps Farage #ReformUK #Starmer #UKPolitics

Nigel Farage says he's coming for Labour voters, and he's bringing a bold new benefits policy with him. The Reform UK leader is promising to lift the two-child benefit cap and offer bigger tax breaks for married couples, in a direct pitch to working-class families.Speaking in central London, Farage claimed support for Labour is “collapsing” and challenged Sir Keir Starmer to a head-to-head debate in a northern working men's club. Kamal and Cleo were at the event to bring us the mood in the room and dissect what Farage's game play means for both Labour and the Tories.Plus, we're joined in the studio by shadow chancellor Mel Stride who says Farage's plans are “fantasy economics” that could put our economy at risk.We want to hear from you! Email us at TheDailyT@telegraph.co.uk or find @DailyTpodcast on X, Instagram and TikTok.Producers: Georgia Coan and Lilian FawcettSenior Producer: John CadiganPlanning Editor: Venetia RaineyExecutive Producer: Louisa WellsVideo Editor: Andy MackenzieStudio Operator: Meghan SearleEditor: Camilla Tominey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

To discuss the government's U-turn on taking winter fuel allowance from all but the poorest pensioners, Caroline is joined by the Conservative peer, David Willetts - president of the Resolution Foundation, which focuses on people on lower incomes; and Claire Ainsley, former policy director to Sir Keir Starmer, now at the Progressive Policy Institute.Also this week, the UK and the EU struck a trade deal. Caroline speaks to the EU Ambassador to the UK, Pedro Serrano about it. Reform UK's newest MP Sarah Pochin, who served as a magistrate for twenty years and the Labour MP and barrister Catherine Atkinson discuss plans by the former Conservative Justice Secretary David Gauke for the biggest shake-up of sentencing in England and Wales for more than 30 years. And, this week marks the first anniversary of a public inquiry report into the infected blood scandal. The former Health Secretary, now Mayor of Greater Manchester, Andy Burnham has campaigned on behalf of victims and came into the studio with Lee Moorey, who was given contaminated blood.

Sir Keir Starmer has announced plans to ease cuts to winter fuel payments in a U-turn following mounting political pressure. Speaking at Prime Minister's Questions, he said the change would allow "more pensioners" to receive the benefit. Also: A White House meeting between South Africa's president and Donald Trump in front of the world's media descended into an awkward confrontation. And the Supreme Court rules in favour of wild camping on Dartmoor.

Israel has stopped aid from going into Gaza for the past 11 weeks - a blockade that Sir Keir Starmer has called "indefensible". It allowed a limited amount of aid into the enclave this week in response to global concern but the move was criticised as "wholly inadequate".    As some of Israel's allies in Europe and North America seem to be running out of patience with Israel, could this be a tipping point in the war in Gaza?    Niall Paterson is joined by our Middle East correspondent Ali Bunkall to discuss the crisis in Gaza, and the international response. Producer: Soila Apparicio  Editor: Wendy Parker 

In this episode of the Holyrood Sources podcast, the hosts focus on the potential for federalism as a solution to constitutional questions. They discuss the challenges faced by the SNP and unionist parties, particularly in relation to devolution and the energy sector. The conversation also highlights the fishing industry's struggles with EU negotiations and the broader implications for local communities in Scotland. The conversation looks at the implications of Brexit on Scotland's fishing industry, as well as Sir Keir Starmer's reset of relations. Plus, we discuss the upcoming by-election and its significance for the SNP and Reform UK, and the controversy surrounding the Flamingo Land development. The speakers discuss the mixed reactions to Brexit's impact on fishing, the strategies employed by political parties in the by-election, and the potential consequences of local developments on broader political dynamics. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Britain and the European Union have signed what Sir Keir Starmer has described as a "landmark" deal that takes in trade, security, fishing, and travel arrangements. Speaking at the first summit between UK and EU leaders since Brexit, the prime minister said the arrangement was good for both sides. Also: Israel says five aid trucks carrying baby food, medicines and flour have entered Gaza after an eleven-week blockade. And Gary Lineker has apologised for the "hurt" caused by sharing a social media post with anti-semitic connotations and confirmed that he will step down from his role as the BBC's main football presenter earlier than expected.

Sir Keir Starmer welcomes EU leaders to London today for a summit to improve cooperation and "re-set" relations in a post Brexit world. Fishing quotas are being talked about as a possible deal breaker. Leaving the EU has had a huge impact on some UK fishing businesses which is why industry leaders are adamant their interests shouldn't be bartered away as part of a deal. We hear from Cornish fishermen who say the summit comes too late for their businesses.All week we're talking about bovine TB. Each year more than 40,000 cattle are slaughtered across the UK as part of an effort to eradicate the disease, and the wider bovine TB eradication programmes cost UK taxpayers around £150 million per year, with more costs falling to the cattle industry. The different parts of the UK are taking different approaches to tackling the disease. In England, there has been a decade-long programme of enhanced cattle testing, increased biosecurity and culling badgers - which can also catch and pass on bovine TB. Now, after promising to "end the ineffective badger cull" in their manifesto, the Government says it's "working at pace" on a revised TB eradication strategy for England. We speak to Professor James Wood, a veterinary epidemiologist and government advisor about the overall rates of the disease in cattle and whether they're coming down because of the badger cull.Presenter = Caz Graham Producer = Rebecca Rooney

Second man arrested over fires on properties linked to Sir Keir Starmer.Three Iranians appear in court on espionage charges.

This week, Harriet Langley-Swindon and Producer Martin welcome Sir Keir Starmer back to the show to explain how his new cool, "bad boy" image is going to make him over sixty million new Facebook friends; they get ready with BBC Director General Tim Davie, who explains why the BBC needs to be trusted on TikTok (hit that subscribe button if you agree); and Eshaan Akbar ranks the apology of Green Party leadership candidate Zach Polanski gave for trying to hypnotise women into having larger breasts.Patreons will also hear our interview with SofAI's AIleen Pooter, whose company is revolutionising sofas by harnessing the power of AI. If you want to hear that in full you'll have to sign up at Patreon.com/NonCensored, where you'll also get every episode early and without ads; every segment in video; and exclusive bonus podcasts such as this week's Time For Questions, where Harriet, Martin and Eshaan answer YOUR questions.It would help us enormously if you were to fill out this survey: http://bit.ly/noncensored-surveyWith thanks to Rosie Holt, Brendan Murphy, Eshaan Akbar, Joz Norris, Will Sebag-Montefiore, Davina Bentley and Ed Morrish.Rosie's book, Why We Were Right, is available now.Brendan is currently on tour as part of Kool Story Bro.Eshaan has a stand-up special on YouTube, The Pretender.Joz is hosting his mixed-media evening Eggbox at The Pleasance in Islington on the 1st July, and will be performing You Wait. Time Passes at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.Will has an AWARD-WINNING podcast called Legitimate Likes that you can listen to here, and he does sketches on Instagram.Davina does sketches on her Instagram, and does a very funny podcast with Freya Mallard called Binks and Hebrides Whine Time.Show photography is by Karla Gowlett and design is by Chris Barker. Original music is by Paddy Gervers and Rob Sell at Torch and Compass.NonCensored is a Lead Mojo production. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sky News' Sam Coates and Politico's Anne McElvoy serve up their essential guide to the day in British politics.   Today, Sir Keir Starmer heads to Albania to announce a crackdown on migrant smuggling gangs in the Balkans whilst internal political unrest continues to brew at home.  Sam and Anne discuss the growing tension inside both the Labour and Conservative parties, and Sam reveals how the first cracks between the chancellor and the PM have started to form. What does this mean for an increasingly under pressure Starmer?  Plus: Tory uncertainty deepens, leaving MPs wondering where Kemi Badenoch leadership is taking them.

Sir Keir Starmer is under fire for saying the UK could become an "island of strangers" unless new curbs on migration bring the numbers down - but are comparisons with Enoch Powell and 'Rivers of Blood' misplaced?Hugo Rifkind unpacks the politics of the day with Libby Purves and James Marriott. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of The Two Jacks, Jack the Insider and Hong Kong Jack tackle the latest in Australian politics, global media developments, and international affairs. It's a fast-paced discussion of the political landscape, leadership upheavals, cabinet shakeups, pressing policies, and more. Tune in for sharp observations and witty takes!Key Topics CoveredAustralian PoliticsThe Liberal Party's election of a new leader, Suzanne ("Sussan") Ley.A deep dive into her unconventional numerology backstory.Her leadership votes (29–25) as she edges out Angus Taylor.Ted O'Brien as deputy leader – his Sunshine Coast seat, ties to Taiwan, and study in Asia.The Nationals' direction and challenges: David Littleproud retains leadership while debates over net-zero emissions targets continue.The tension between the Coalition's philosophical stance on nuclear energy and policy realignment.Labor's New CabinetThe fallout of Anthony Albanese's factional compromises in reshuffling the cabinet.The exclusion of Ed Husic and Mark Dreyfuß sparks conversations about faction-driven decisions.The introduction of “special envoys” within the ministry – quirky or functional?Reflections on the dynamics between faction leaders and Prime Minister Albanese.Post-Referendum DelusionsAnalysis of the repercussions of the Voice referendum loss.How the Coalition misread their referendum win as momentum for taking government.The dangers of hubris in both major Australian political parties.Gaza Crisis and Morality in PoliticsA reflective discussion on the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and its global implications.Global GeopoliticsPutin's stance following European leaders' ultimatum.U.S. tariffs on China: economic realities and diplomatic maneuvers.Commentary on the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict with Donald Trump's threats of sanctions.Germany's Rearmament and Political LandscapeThe challenges around Germany's massive military investment and reshaped leadership under conservative Frederick Merz.The rise of far-right party AFD and its broader European implications.Immigration in FocusThe political shift in the U.K. as Sir Keir Starmer changes his stance on immigration policies.Lessons from Australian immigration history and reflections on Europe's response.Sport, Pop Culture & MoreCricket: Tribute to Virat Kohli as he retires from Test cricket. His stats, legacy, and influence on Indian cricket.AFL: A breakdown of the tight matches, umpiring controversies, and the top 8 ladder. Should draws remain?NRL: Celebrating Latrell Mitchell's game-winning 50-meter field goal and the rise of unexpected teams like the NZ Warriors.IPL and Security Concerns: Adjustments to the tournament amidst heightened conflict.Nostalgia-filled commentary on Pope Leo XIV (the American Chicagoan Pope) and his potential love for baseball's Chicago White Sox.Humor & ExtrasStories of televangelist Jim Bakker's plea for funds and Nigerian email scam jokes rounded out with trademark Two Jacks humor.Listener TakeawaysThe Two Jacks dissect Australian media with insider insight, offering a combination of timely analysis and a bit of much-needed levity on heavy topics.From the cricket pitch to political caucuses, this episode highlights the intersection of power, performance, and policy.Links/ResourcesFollow Jack the Insider on Twitter: @JackTheInsiderSubscribe to Hong Kong Jack's Substack: HongKongJack.Substack.comContact The Two JacksHave feedback, questions, or topics you'd like covered in a future episode? Reach out:Email: The Two JacksJoin us for Episode 113 of The Two Jacks for bold takes, sharp critiques, and a few laughs along the way!

The retaliatory tit-for-tat rise in tariff rates between the US and China has been cancelled, following talks in Switzerland and the so-called "reciprocal" tariff rate of 34% is lowered to 10%. It's a ceasefire on what has become a global trade war as markets are rising again, and container ships can set sail across the Pacific.But economically, who benefits more from this short-term ceasefire—Washington or Beijing?Britain's Prime Minister, Sir Keir Starmer has promised the government's new immigration measures will mean net migration falls "significantly" over the next four years.Keir Starmer unveiled plans to ban recruitment of care workers from overseas, tighten access to skilled worker visas and raise the costs to employers in an effort to curb near record net migration.

The retaliatory tit-for-tat rise in tariff rates between the US and China has been cancelled, following talks in Switzerland and the so-called "reciprocal" tariff rate of 34% is lowered to 10%. It's a ceasefire on what has become a global trade war as markets are rising again, and container ships can set sail across the Pacific.But economically, who benefits more from this short-term ceasefire—Washington or Beijing?Britain's Prime Minister, Sir Keir Starmer has promised the government's new immigration measures will mean net migration falls "significantly" over the next four years.Keir Starmer unveiled plans to ban recruitment of care workers from overseas, tighten access to skilled worker visas and raise the costs to employers in an effort to curb near record net migration.

The prime minister today announced a plan to reduce net migration as he warned the UK risks becoming an "island of strangers".   Sir Keir Starmer wants to bring in tougher English language tests and tighten overseas carer recruitment as part of his policy overhaul to “tighten up” the immigration system.    On this episode of the Sky News Daily, host Niall Paterson is joined by our deputy political editor Sam Coates to discuss whether this is a change in direction for the government after suffering losses in the local elections.   Producer: Natalie Ktena Editor: Philly Beaumont

India and Pakistan have announced an immediate end to cross-border attacks. And, Sir Keir Starmer is in Ukraine -- where he's called for a 30 day ceasefire.

Sonia Sodha delves in to the latest developments at Westminster.Sir Keir Starmer celebrated not one, but two, new trade deals this week: with the United States and India. But has Britain got good deals? The Labour chair of the Business and Trade Select Committee, Liam Byrne, and former Conservative trade minister and UK trade envoy to the US, Sir Conor Burns, discuss the merits of the agreements.Following the local election results, in which Reform UK made strong gains at the expense of the main parties, restive Labour MPs have been making their feelings known to the Prime Minister about the government's performance. One of those MPs, Jo White, chair of the Red Wall Group, joined Joe Dromey, General Secretary of the Fabians, to discuss whether Labour needs a change of direction.A spate of recent cyber attacks on retailers including M&S and Co-op have caused alarm in business circles and in government. Cabinet Office minister Pat McFadden this week said the attacks were a "wake-up call" for business. To discuss that Sonia speaks to Ciaran Martin, former chief executive of the National Cyber Security Centre and now a professor at Oxford University.And, to reflect on the 80th anniversary of VE Day, Sonia is joined by Lord Michael Heseltine, former Deputy Prime Minister, who witnessed the celebrations in 1945, and Alex Baker, the first Labour MP to represent Aldershot - the home of the British Army.

President Trump has called the US-UK trade deal "full and comprehensive" while Sir Keir Starmer said "it's going to not only protect jobs, but create jobs, opening market access".  The deal comes as interest rates are now at their lowest level for two years after the Bank of England cut the base rate by a quarter point to 4.25%. The Bank also raised its economic growth forecast for this year.  In today's Sky News Daily, Niall Paterson talks to business correspondent Paul Kelso about how good a deal it is for the UK and whether the reduction in interest rates will have more of an impact on the country's finances.   Producer: Natalie Ktena Editor: Wendy Parker 

Sky News' Sam Coates and Politico's Anne McElvoy preview how the day will play out in British politics.Overnight, reports emerged of a UK-US trade announcement being hours away. Sam and Anne discuss the significance of this political win for Sir Keir Starmer "at a time he needs it most".The pair discuss what detail is expected to be in the pact and what it means for the 'special' relationship between the two countries.Plus, the Bank of England is expected to announce a cut in interest rates. Sam and Anne ask whether things are looking up for the prime minister?

What does Keir Starmer think is his most important duty as Prime Minister? Why should we remember VE Day? What is Britain's role in WW2, and NATO, for international peace? Join Al Murray and James Holland as they interview the Prime Minister, Sir Keir Starmer, in a wide-ranging chat overlooking the Rose Garden, for the 80th Anniversary of VE Day at 10 Downing Street. And find out the most important question of all - what is Keir Starmer's favourite war movie? Watch the full video ad-free on Patreon - sign up at patreon.com/wehaveways A Goalhanger Production Produced by James Regan Exec Producer: Tony Pastor Social: @WeHaveWaysPod Email: wehavewayspodcast@gmail.com Join our ‘Independent Company' to watch exclusive livestreams, get presale events, and our weekly newsletter - packed with discounts. Membership Club: patreon.com/wehaveways Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The UK and India have signed a free trade agreement that Sir Keir Starmer has hailed as a "landmark" projected to boost the British economy by up to five billion pounds a year. Also: The Government insists there will be no U-turn in the policy of means-testing pensioners' winter fuel payments. And Sir David Attenborough launches what he says is one of the most important films of his career.

UK correspondent Hugo Gye joins Kathryn to talk about Sir Keir Starmer's first big test with voters since the general election

Ahead of England's local elections next week, the Political Fix team pick the races to watch and what's at stake for the main parties, as voters head to the polls to elect 1,600-odd councillors, six mayors and one new MP. Host Lucy Fisher is joined by podcast regulars Miranda Green and Anna Gross, plus the FT's Northern correspondent Jennifer Williams, to ask whether Reform UK will live up to high expectations, and just how far both Labour and the Tories could fall. They also examine Sir Keir Starmer's pivot to patriotism and projection of a nostalgic vision of England, as he attempts to see off the threat from Nigel Farage. Have a question for our panel? Drop us a line at politicalfix@ft.com. Record a voice note with your name and question, and email it to us. Follow Lucy on Bluesky or X: @lucyfisher.bsky.social, @LOS_Fisher; Anna annasophiegross.bsky.social @AnnaSophieGross, Miranda @greenmirandahere.bsky.social, and Jennifer @JenWilliams_FT @jenwilliamsft.bsky.socialWant more? Free links: What to watch in the 2025 local elections Starmer plays up patriotic credentials as local elections loom Reform UK heads offshore to raise funds from world's wealthy Unite divided: British trade union grapples with twin scandals Sign up here for 30 days free of Stephen Bush's Inside Politics newsletter, winner of the World Association of News Publishers 2023 ‘Best Newsletter' award. Presented by Lucy Fisher. Produced by Lulu Smyth, with help from Georgina Quach. The executive producer is Flo Phillips. Original music and mix by Breen Turner. The FT's head of audio is Cheryl Brumley. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sir Keir Starmer and Ursula von der Leyen will on Thursday finalise plans for a new defence pact, US Treasury secretary Scott Bessent has accused the IMF and World Bank of “mission creep” and Boeing reported lower than expected losses. Plus, Tesla chief executive Elon Musk looks to right the electric-car company by reducing his role in the Trump administration.Mentioned in this podcast:UK and EU finalise plans for defence pactMusk drives Tesla calmly through investors' red lightsScott Bessent accuses IMF and World Bank of ‘mission creep'Boeing prepared to redirect orders destined for Chinese carriersCredit: Associated PressThe FT News Briefing is produced by Fiona Symon, Sonja Hutson, Kasia Broussalian, Ethan Plotkin, Lulu Smyth, and Marc Filippino. Additional help from Katie McMurran, Breen Turner, Sam Giovinco, Peter Barber, Michael Lello, David da Silva and Gavin Kallmann. Topher Forhecz is the FT's executive producer. The FT's global head of audio is Cheryl Brumley. The show's theme song is by Metaphor Music. Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Prime Minister, Sir Keir Starmer wants the UK to become “one of the great AI superpowers”. Earlier this year the government published a plan to use artificial intelligence in the private and public sectors to boost growth and deliver services more efficiently. Once mainly the preserve of the tech community, AI really entered public awareness with the release of ChatGPT, a so-called “chatbot” founded by the US company OpenAI at the end of 2022. It can write essays, scripts, poems and even write computer code …and millions of people are using it. David Aaronovitch and guests discuss whether the UK could become a successful AI hub, as the government hopes and asks if we'll be able to compete globally with the US and China, the home of huge tech companies?Guests: Dame Wendy Hall, Regius Professor of Computer Science and Director of the Web Science Institute at the University of Southampton. Eden Zoller, Chief Analyst in Applied AI, Omdia. Professor Neil Lawrence, the DeepMind Professor of Machine Learning at University of Cambridge and author of The Atomic Human Jeremy Kahn, AI Editor at Fortune magazine and author of Mastering AI: A survival guide to our superpowered future. Presenter: David Aaronovitch Producers: Caroline Bayley, Kirsteen Knight, Nathan Gower Production coordinator: Gemma Ashman Sound Engineer: James Beard Editor: Richard Vadon