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Morning Wire
Trump's Ukraine U-Turn & Biden's Autopen Admissions | 7.15.25

Morning Wire

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2025 16:01


Trump shifts his policy on aid to Ukraine while threatening Putin, the midterms may spell trouble for the GOP, and Biden breaks his silence over the investigations into his autopen use. Get the facts first with Morning Wire. - - - Today's Sponsors: Balance of Nature - Go to https://balanceofnature.com and use promo code WIRE for 35% off your first order as a preferred customer PLUS get a free bottle of Fiber and Spice. Lumen - Go to https://lumen.me/WIRE to get 10% off your Lumen. - - - Privacy Policy: https://www.dailywire.com/privacy

The President's Daily Brief
July 15th, 2025: Trump's Ukraine Weapons U-Turn & Missed Warnings in Butler

The President's Daily Brief

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2025 27:29


In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:   President Trump unveils a dramatic shift in U.S. strategy—arming Europe to arm Ukraine—while putting Putin on a 50-day deadline to strike a peace deal or face crushing sanctions.   Iran threatens retaliation if the United Nations reimposes sanctions over its nuclear program, as European leaders weigh triggering the snapback mechanism.   Massive military drills kick off in Australia, with 35,000 troops from 19 countries participating—and Chinese spy ships reportedly watching from just offshore.   And in today's Back of the Brief: A scathing new Senate report reveals that the Secret Service repeatedly ignored warnings in the lead-up to the failed assassination attempt on Donald Trump in Butler, Pennsylvania.   To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Birch Gold: Text PDB to 989898 and get your free info kit on gold American Financing: Call American Financing today to find out how customers are saving an avg of $800/mo. 866-885-1881 or visit http://www.AmericanFinancing.net/PDB . NMLS 182334, nmlsconsumeraccess.org Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Monocle 24: The Globalist
Trump's Ukraine U-Turn and the Moomins turn 80

Monocle 24: The Globalist

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2025 58:30


We unpack the reasoning behind Trump’s change of heart on Ukraine. Then: we address Turkey’s cultural clampdown as streaming platform Spotify threatens to pull out of the nation. Plus: Finland’s Moomins turn 80.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Imperfect show - Hello Vikatan
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The Imperfect show - Hello Vikatan

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2025 24:16


•⁠ ⁠மதுரை: ``தடையை மீறி மேற்கு தொடர்ச்சி மலைக்கு மாட்டை மேய்ச்சலுக்கு ஓட்டிச் செல்வேன்'' - சீமான்•⁠ ⁠நாம் தமிழர் கட்சியின் ஆடு-மாடுகளின் மாநாடு: நிறைவேற்றப்பட்ட 15 தீர்மானங்கள் என்ன?•⁠ ⁠139 தெருநாய்களுக்குக் கருத்தடை செய்ய ரூ.20 கோடியா?'' - அதிமுக குற்றச்சாட்டுக்கு தமிழக அரசு பதில்•⁠ ⁠ஓசூர்: தெரு நாய் கடித்து உயிரிழந்த இளைஞர்.. ரேபீஸ் பாதிப்பால் துயரம்! •⁠ ⁠"ஒரு‌முறை கடலில் விழுந்தபோது காப்பாற்றினார்; மற்ற 2 முறை எப்போது?'' - மல்லை சத்யாவுக்கு வைகோ கேள்வி•⁠ ⁠செய்தியாளர்கள் மீது தாக்குதல்: வருத்தம் தெரிவித்தார் துரை வைகோ•⁠ ⁠மதிமுக: கார் ஒன்றின் உள்பகுதியில் பிரதமர் மோடியின் புகைப்படமும், வெளியே மதிமுக கொடியும் இருந்ததா?•⁠ ⁠பாமக: 'ராமதாஸ் வீட்டில் இல்லாத சமயத்தில் தைலாபுரம் வந்திருக்கும் அன்புமணி' - காரணம் என்ன?•⁠ ⁠'என் பெயரை யாரும் போடக்கூடாது; இனிஷியல் வேண்டுமானால் போட்டுக்கலாம்'- அன்புமணிக்கு ராமதாஸ் பதிலடி•⁠ ⁠ராமதாஸ் பெயரை பயன்படுத்தி அன்புமணி அறிக்கை!•⁠ ⁠PMK: Facebook சண்டை தொடங்கி அடிதடி வரை; இரு கோஷ்டியாகி மோதும் தொண்டர்கள்; என்ன செய்யப் போகிறது பாமக?•⁠ ⁠குண்டுவெடிப்பு வழக்கில் தேடப்பட்டவர் சிக்கியது எப்படி?•⁠ ⁠தேனி அரசு மருத்துவமனை: "ரூ.2 கோடியே 10 லட்சம் மதிப்பில் புதிய CT ஸ்கேனர் எங்கே?'' - ஆய்வில் கேள்வி •⁠ ⁠நான் அப்படி சொல்லவில்லை - எடப்பாடி பழனிசாமி•⁠ ⁠குஷியில் எஸ். பி. வேலுமணி நடனம்!•⁠ ⁠"நீ என்ன ரெளடியா.. உன் சட்டையை கழற்றாமல் விட மாட்டேன்'' - போலீஸை மிரட்டிய கோவை திமுக நிர்வாகி•⁠ ⁠வேலூர்: டெல்லி முரளியுடன் வேலூர் எஸ்.பி திடீர் சந்திப்பு - கொதிப்பில் வேலூர் தி.மு.க!•⁠ ⁠மோடி விருது வாங்கியதை கிண்டல் செய்த பஞ்சாப் முதல்வர்?

Ukraine: The Latest
Trump 'humiliates' Pentagon over Ukraine weapons u-turn & Putin's minister 'found dead' after firing

Ukraine: The Latest

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2025 52:43


Day 1,231.Today, we report on the sudden death of Russia's former transport minister within hours of his sacking by Vladimir Putin. Then we examine Donald Trump's pledge to resume weapons deliveries to Ukraine and look ahead to President Macron's visit to the UK. Finally, we hear an updated figure of the number of children kidnapped by Russia, and discuss their fate if the Yale Humanitarian Research Lab closes this autumn amid its funding being pulled.Contributors:Adélie Pojzman-Pontay (Journalist and Producer). @adeliepjz on X.Dominic Nicholls (Associate Editor of Defence). @DomNicholls on X.Francis Dearnley (Executive Editor for Audio). @FrancisDearnley on X.Nathaniel Raymond (Lecturer & Executive Director Humanitarian Research Lab at Yale School of Public Health) @nattyray11 on X.Content Referenced:‘Help the Humanitarian Research Lab Keep Finding Ukraine's Abducted Children ':https://medicine.yale.edu/lab/khoshnood/give-now/Fired Russian minister ‘kills himself' (The Telegraph):https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2025/07/07/russian-minister-found-dead-after-being-sacked-by-putin/ Trump U-turns on sending weapons to Ukraine (The Telegraph):https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2025/07/08/donald-trump-us-sends-weapons-ukraine/Russian airlines face $254 million losses from just 2 days of Ukrainian drone strikes, Kremlin media reports (Kyiv Independent):https://kyivindependent.com/drone-disruptions-reportedly-cost-russian-airlines-254-million-exposing-economic-pressure-from-ukraines-campaign-06-2025/ SIGN UP TO THE NEW ‘UKRAINE: THE LATEST' WEEKLY NEWSLETTER:https://secure.telegraph.co.uk/customer/secure/newsletter/ukraine/ Each week, Dom Nicholls and Francis Dearnley answer your questions, provide recommended reading, and give exclusive analysis and behind-the-scenes insights – plus maps of the frontlines and diagrams of weapons to complement our daily reporting. It's free for everyone, including non-subscribers.NOW AVAILABLE IN NEW LANGUAGES:The Telegraph has launched translated versions of Ukraine: The Latest in Ukrainian and Russian, making its reporting accessible to audiences on both sides of the battle lines and across the wider region, including Central Asia and the Caucasus. Just search Україна: Останні Новини (Ukr) and Украина: Последние Новости (Ru) on your on your preferred podcast app to find them. Listen here: https://linktr.ee/ukrainethelatestSubscribe: telegraph.co.uk/ukrainethelatestEmail: ukrainepod@telegraph.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Walker Crips' Market Commentary
Welfare U-turns & fiscal tightropes

Walker Crips' Market Commentary

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2025 8:11


UK economic data last week painted a mixed picture. Retail sales remained subdued, with BDO's High Street Sales Tracker rising just 0.6% year-on-year, marking six consecutive months of in-store sales growth trailing inflation. The construction sector continued to contract, although the Purchasing Managers' Index (“PMI”) improved to 48.8, its highest level since January. Encouragingly, first-quarter gross domestic product (“GDP”) growth was confirmed at 0.7% quarter-on-quarter - the fastest in the Group of Seven (“G7”) - yet this momentum is unlikely to be sustained amid falling living standards. The services sector experienced its fastest expansion in 10 months, with a PMI of 52.8, but job losses persisted. The Bank of England (“BoE”) maintained a cautious stance, with Governor Andrew Bailey reinforcing hopes for rate cuts in light of a softening labour market and mixed inflation signals...Stocks featured:British American Tobacco, Berkeley Group Holdings and Pershing Square HoldingsTo find out more about the investment management services offered by Walker Crips, please visit our website:https://www.walkercrips.co.uk/This podcast is intended to be Walker Crips Investment Management's own commentary on markets. It is not investment research and should not be construed as an offer or solicitation to buy, sell or trade in any of the investments, sectors or asset classes mentioned. The value of any investment and the income arising from it is not guaranteed and can fall as well as rise, so that you may not get back the amount you originally invested. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results. Movements in exchange rates can have an adverse effect on the value, price or income of any non-sterling denominated investment. Nothing in this podcast constitutes advice to undertake a transaction, and if you require professional advice you should contact your financial adviser or your usual contact at Walker Crips. Walker Crips Investment Management Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FRN: 226344) and is a member of the London Stock Exchange. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

ThePrint
What's behind Delhi govt's U-turn on ‘fuel ban policy'?ThePrintAM:

ThePrint

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2025 4:18


What's behind Delhi govt's U-turn on ‘fuel ban policy'?ThePrintAM: 

Talking Politics
Q&A: What's Labour's next embarrassing U-turn?

Talking Politics

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2025 19:00


WATCH the full episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Eg_6UdoB3bM In this Q&A special coinciding with the one-year anniversary of Labour's general election win, Tom Bradby and Robert Peston answer our audience's questions about the party and the government, namely:What's Labour's next embarrassing U-turn?If Starmer continues to lose the faith of his party and the country, could he be forced to call a general election?The latest opinion polls show Reform slipping to only 2% ahead of Labour, with the Tories 10 points behind. So, is talk of a Labour crisis exaggerated?Why have we seen a rebellion within Labour about welfare reforms, but nothing when it comes to the genocide in Gaza?Got a question for the team? Email us on talkingpolitics@itv.com or comment on our social media posts.You can catch up with the latest episode of Talking Politics on ITVX, YouTube or on your favourite podcast platform.

Wake Up to Money
Welfare U-turn

Wake Up to Money

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2025 21:33


A look into the welfare bill vote after the government offered more big concessions. Sean Farrington also delves into the recommendations that have been outlined following a review of the UK pensions system. And as YouTube urges the government to acknowledge content creators as a profession, we'll hear from one YouTuber over the impact its having on her.

Royal Blue: The Everton FC Podcast
Tete u-turn, Coleman signs, Branthwaite contract, Calvert-Lewin's goodbye, Gueye and Keane decision

Royal Blue: The Everton FC Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2025 72:47


Join Ian Croll and Joe Thomas for the latest edition of the Royal Blue podcast as they discuss the latest news coming out of Everton Football Club.  Chris Beesley's Book: Spirit of the Blues: https://tinyurl.com/35yrkvdb *Emotional farewell to Goodison Park | 16-page Everton souvenir picture special:*  https://shop.regionalnewspapers.co.uk/liverpool-echo-monday-19th-may-2025-4583-p.asp *Goodbye to Goodison special souvenir edition:*  https://tinyurl.com/GoodbyeGoodisonSouvenir *25 Best Reach Podcasts*https://podcast.feedspot.com/reach_podcasts/#h5644883 *Gavin Buckland's Book 'The End' | Order your copy here:* https://tinyurl.com/GavinBucklandTheEnd Everton FC podcasts from the Liverpool ECHO's Royal Blue YouTube channel. Get exclusive Everton FC content - including podcasts, live shows and videos - everyday.  Subscribe to the Royal Blue Everton FC YouTube Channel and watch daily live shows HERE: https://bit.ly/3aNfYav Listen and subscribe to the Royal Blue Podcast for all your latest Everton FC content via Apple and Spotify: APPLE: https://bit.ly/3HbiY1E SPOTIFY: https://bit.ly/47xwdnY Visit the Liverpool ECHO website: https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/all-about/everton-fc Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LivEchoEFC Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@royal.blue.everto Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LiverpoolEchoEFC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

ABQ Connect
Mike & Evangelyn Gomez

ABQ Connect

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2025 15:28


U-Turn for Christ is a Christian rehabilitation center that focuses on assisting individuals battling addiction to achieve healing and sustainable recovery through faith-based approaches. Mike and Evangelyn from U-Turn for Christ are here to discuss their ministry and share insights about their new coffee shop,... The post Mike & Evangelyn Gomez appeared first on ABQ Connect.

Reuters World News
Canada U-turn, vote-a-rama, ICE raids and birthright

Reuters World News

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2025 13:03


Canada has scrapped its digital services tax targeting U.S. technology firms in a bid to advance stalled trade negotiations with the United States. Senate Republicans pushed President Donald Trump's sweeping tax cut and spending bill forward in a marathon weekend session. Farmers and workers say ICE raids are leaving crops unharvested in California. And immigrants scramble for clarity after the Supreme Court's birthright ruling. Find the recommended read here. Our weekend episode on Australia's mushroom trial is here. Sign up for the Reuters Econ World newsletter ⁠here⁠. Listen to the Reuters Econ World podcast ⁠here⁠. Visit the ⁠Thomson Reuters Privacy Statement⁠ for information on our privacy and data protection practices. You may also visit ⁠megaphone.fm/adchoices⁠ to opt out of targeted advertising. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mark and Pete
Starmer's U-Turns, Sticky Bears and Monstrous Human Experiments

Mark and Pete

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2025 23:05


In this punchy and provocative episode of the Mark and Pete Podcast, we tackle three of Britain's strangest and most telling headlines this week. First, we scrutinise Prime Minister Keir Starmer's policy U-turns, from winter fuel payments to welfare reform and grooming gang inquiries. Is this leadership, or just carefully managed confusion? We unpack the spiritual implications of political inconsistency in high office. Next, it's the tale of two mischievous brown bears breaking into a Devon food store and bingeing on a week's supply of honey. Beyond the giggles, we ask serious questions about stewardship, creation, and why animals sometimes show more wisdom than governments. Finally, we delve into the world of cutting-edge science, where UK researchers are attempting to synthesise human DNA from scratch. We explore the ethical minefield of synthetic biology, its chilling Frankenstein echoes, and whether man should ever try to play God. Each segment is grounded in biblical wisdom and delivered with sharp wit, cultural critique, and a touch of righteous sarcasm. Join Mark and Pete as they bring faith to the frontlines of politics, nature, and science.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mark-and-pete--1245374/support.

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The Morning Show
Tax U-Turn: Canada's Strategy for U.S. Trade Progress

The Morning Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2025 8:39


Greg Brady spoke with Dr. Eric Kam, Economics Professor at Toronto Metropolitan University about Canada rescinds digital services tax in a bid to advance trade talks with U.S. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

BYLINE TIMES PODCAST
Keir Starmer's U Turns

BYLINE TIMES PODCAST

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2025 42:51


Are Sir Keir Starmer's u-turns the sign of a wea and indecisive leader or evidence of someone willing to change their mind and listen to reasoned arguments? The Prime Minister has backtracked, to a greater or lesser degree, on cuts to winter fuel payments, whether or not to hold a national inquiry into grooming gangs, and now disability benefits.   He's also told His biographer Tom Baldwin in The Observer that he regrets previously suggesting that Britain was at risk of becoming "an island of strangers" because of migration… a speech carrying echoes of Enoch Powell and which provides the theme for this month's print edition of Byline Times.   In a conversation on the Byline Supplement to mark its launch, Byline times executive editor Peter Jukes was joined by editor in chief Hardeep Matharu and political edtor Adam Bienkov. Produced in Birmingham by Adrian Goldberg.     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brexitcast
The Week: A Welfare U-Turn, Nato Summit, and Daddy Issues

Brexitcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2025 36:21


Today, the government have confirmed it will make major concessions to Labour rebels over its planned benefits reforms.Adam and Chris were back in the Newscast studio on Friday morning to run through how news of the U-turn broke late on Thursday night. And, they're joined by Alex and Faisal to unpack the week's political news - including key takeaways from the Nato summit in the Netherlands, including how Donald Trump came to be referred to as ‘daddy'.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/3ENLcS1Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Chris Flynn with Joe Wilkinson. The technical producer was Mike Regaard. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.

Coffee House Shots
Welfare U-turn: is Keir in control?

Coffee House Shots

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2025 16:08


Keir Starmer has performed a screeching about-turn on his flagship welfare reforms, all in the hope of quelling the rebellion from more than 120 MPs who have been promised ‘massive concessions' over concerns about disability benefits.These include moderating the bill to make it easier for people with multiple impairments to claim disability benefits, and offering to protect Personal Independence Payments (PIP) for all existing claimants for ever – to ensure there would be no detriment from the reforms for existing claimants, a key concern of the welfare rebels. But new claimants will be affected, as ministers desperately try to stop ever-spiralling disability and sickness welfare spending climbing to £100 billion by 2030. It means another big U-turn for Starmer – and another hole in the Treasury's finances. Early estimates suggest that the welfare bill climbdown could cost £2 billion: money which Rachel Reeves will now have to find elsewhere. Can Starmer recover? Oscar Edmondson speaks to James Heale and Luke Tryl, director of More in Common.Produced by Oscar Edmondson.

Six O'Clock News
The Government U-turns on welfare

Six O'Clock News

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2025 30:30


Sir Keir Starmer describes his U-turn on welfare reforms as "striking the right balance".

The Red Box Politics Podcast
Starmer's Hat-Trick Of U-Turns

The Red Box Politics Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2025 26:03


The prime minister has been forced into a climbdown after more than 120 Labour MPs threatened to block his welfare bill. Is he back in control of the party or is his authority permanently damaged?Ed Vaizey unpacks the politics of the day with Jonathan Maitland and Theo Usherwood. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

RNIB Connect
S2 Ep1193: What Does The UK Government's Welfare U-Turn Mean?

RNIB Connect

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2025 6:42


The UK Government has made some concessions to its plans for changes to Personal Independence Payments and Universal Credit. Although there are some grey areas, with a better update on Monday June 30th, they have made the following proposed updates, which will go before Parliament on July 1st. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Roisin Jacklin, from RNIB's Campaigns Team, to look at some of the suggested changes. If you'd like to read more on this, go to rnib.in/welfare-update #RNIBConnect Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font. 

The Labor Law Insider
NLRB Does a U-Turn on Make-Whole Settlement Remedies, Part II

The Labor Law Insider

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 15:37


Host Tom Godar welcomes back to the show Husch Blackwell attorney Mary-Ann Czak for the second installment of a two-part discussion on a recently published memorandum from William Cowen, Acting General Counsel of the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB). The memo sets forth guidelines for NLRB regions to use in approaching settlement agreements that urge NLRB personnel to “focus on pursuing foreseeable harms that are clearly caused by the unfair labor practice.” In Part I of our show, Tom and Mary-Ann explore how the memo could lead to a reduction of the board's pursuit of expansive make-whole remedies that had created significant dissatisfaction among management-side counsel.In Part II, Tom and Mary-Ann discuss the possibility of seeing more non-admission clauses as part of settlement agreements under the current NLRB. The use of these clauses saw a sharp decline during the Biden administration as a matter of board policy; however, the Cowen memo seemingly rolls back this approach, providing the regions with ample latitude to incorporate non-admission clauses as they see fit.Tom and Mary-Ann then consider the issue of non-admission clauses from a more holistic standpoint vis-à-vis the Cowen memo. They contend that the memo restores a level of discretion to the regions, while attempting to strike a more practical-minded balance in the enforcement of labor law violations.The conversation then moves on to consider the NLRB's 2022 Thryv case, which expanded available remedies under the National Labor Relations Act, and how Thryv might be approached by a newly constituted board.Don't miss this episode covering how NLRB policy could be changing regarding settlements.Related MaterialsNational Labor Relations Board Office of the General Counsel. “Seeking Remedial Relief in Settlement Agreements,” Memorandum GC 25-06, May 16, 2025.National Labor Relations Board Office of the General Counsel, “Full Remedies in Settlement Agreements,” Memorandum GC 21-07, September 15, 2021.Thryv Inc. and International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local 1269, case number 20-CA-250250, before the National Labor Relations Board.

The Jon Gaunt Show
Welfare Bill Revolt SINKS Starmer — 120 Labour MPs Rebel | Labour Crisis

The Jon Gaunt Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025 41:39


Welfare Bill Revolt SINKS Starmer — 120 Labour MPs Rebel | Labour Crisis #JonGaunt #WelfareBill #KeirStarmer #UKPolitics #LabourParty   Jon Gaunt breaks down the explosive Welfare Bill revolt, as 120 Labour MPs rebel against Keir Starmer's leadership. This unprecedented internal revolt could sink Starmer's leadership and trigger a full-scale Labour Party crisis. Starmer loses either way. If he wins the actual vote he is still the loser as this is clearly a vote of confidence on his first 12 months in office. He has made more missteps than a fat TV personality on Strictly! Winter fuel allowance U-Turn, VAT on private schools, calling Southport protestors Far Right, Lucy Connolly, Ukraine, Not backing Trump on Iran and plenty more. He has the worst poll ratings of any PM in history. Can he survive? What does this mean for UK politics in 2025? And with Starmer's position now under intense pressure, who could replace him? Angela Rayner? Andy Burnham, the Mayor of Manchester? Or Sadiq Khan, the Mayor of London? Gaunty examines the political fallout, party divisions, and the battle for Labour's future. Jon Gaunt, Welfare Bill, Keir Starmer, Labour Party, Labour Crisis, UK Politics, Political News, Starmer Under Fire, Leadership Crisis, UK News, Welfare Revolt, Labour MP Rebellion   #JonGaunt #WelfareBill #KeirStarmer #UKPolitics #LabourParty #LabourCrisis #UKPolitics #PoliticalNews #StarmerUnderFire #LeadershipCrisis #UKNews #WelfareRevolt #LabourMPRebellion  

Free State with Joe Brolly and Dion Fanning
Bombing Iran: It's what God would have wanted. Another Donald Trump U-turn.

Free State with Joe Brolly and Dion Fanning

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2025 48:22


When Donald Trump gave the order to bomb Iran, the language of war was mobilised. It is a language where death and misery means peace and love.On Free State, Joe and Dion look at how war is sold and why the language of war is hard to distinguish from erotica. The Old Testament was cited by many in America as why they stood with Israel. But did the contributions of AIPAC have more to do with than the bible? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Saint Paul's Church
Road Trip | Week 3 | June 22, 2025

Saint Paul's Church

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2025 35:24


The Smart 7
The Standout 7 - Government U Turns on Grooming Gang Inquiry, Israel and Iran trade blows, tributes to the Queen of Clean, RIP

The Smart 7

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2025 17:37


The Smart 7 is an award winning daily podcast that gives you everything you need to know in 7 minutes, at 7am, 7 days a week…With over 18 million downloads and consistently charting, including as No. 1 News Podcast on Spotify, we're a trusted source for people every day and we've won Gold at the Signal International Podcast awardsIf you're enjoying it, please follow, share, or even post a review, it all helps... Today's episode includes the following:https://x.com/i/status/1934174021446258904 https://x.com/i/status/1934625949326168364https://x.com/i/status/1934535259749523463 https://x.com/i/status/1935363216453808231 https://x.com/i/status/1935350767432483099https://x.com/i/status/1935693598458057109https://x.com/i/status/1935674163739664665 https://x.com/i/status/1934641664292778455 https://x.com/i/status/1934924230455398759 https://x.com/i/status/1934924230455398759 https://x.com/i/status/1935301605789724956 https://x.com/i/status/1935301605789724956 https://x.com/i/status/1935315349521457643 https://x.com/i/status/1933909578015461539 https://x.com/i/status/1934528454470578666 https://youtu.be/yg7HfN0IM5Uhttps://x.com/i/status/1934920073522577808 Contact us over @TheSmart7pod or visit www.thesmart7.comVoiced by Jamie East, written by Liam Thompson, researched by Lucie Lewis and produced by Daft Doris. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pod Save the UK
U-turn after U-turn: who is the real Keir Starmer?

Pod Save the UK

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025 59:19


Keir Starmer is not afraid of a U-turn. From abandoned policy pledges to reinstating the winter-fuel allowance, the list is growing. To add to this - this week, the PM has expressed his support for Israel's military action against Iran, despite criticising Israel's actions in Gaza. Then he caved in to calls for a full national inquiry into grooming gangs, despite earlier dismissing them as amplifying far-right demands. Whether you think these are sensible or sly, these political backflips have certainly led to a lot of headscratching when it comes to one question: what does our Prime Minister actually stand for? Nish and Coco sit down with New Statesman Editor in Chief, Tom McTague, who has spent months with Starmer trying to find out what lies beneath the title. The Government's new Welfare Reform Bill is introduced in Parliament this week, which experts say will lead to nearly a quarter of a million more families being pushed into poverty. Nish heads down to Westminster to meet with hundreds of people who have gathered to call for an end to the rising tide of hunger and hardship in the UK. Nish speaks to Labour MP Brian Leishman, Liberal Democrat Wendy Chamberlain and Green Siân Berry about the calls for an essentials guarantee - while hearing from the lived experience of people working at food banks around the UK.  And as the Government's new data bill finally passes in the House of Lords, Nish and Coco voice their concerns about what it means for the creative industries. CHECK OUT THIS DEAL FROM OUR SPONSOR  https://www.shopify.co.uk/podsavetheuk  Guests: Tom McTague Siân Berry Brian Leishman  Wendy Chamberlain Helen Barnard Emma Revie Useful links: Tom McTague's profile of Keir Starmer https://www.newstatesman.com/politics/2025/06/what-keir-starmer-cant-say Support the Trussell Trust's call for an Essential Guarantee! https://www.trussell.org.uk/support-us/guarantee-our-essentials Write to your MP https://www.parliament.uk/get-involved/contact-an-mp-or-lord/contact-your-mp/ Audio Credits: BBC 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/podsavetheuk Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@PodSavetheUK Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Planet Normal
Starmer should resign in shame at his latest U-turn on grooming gang inquiry

Planet Normal

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 79:19


As Labour skids into yet another U-turn, your co-pilots are here to clear the chaff from the wheat.Allison is hopeful the inquiry could finally shed light on the ‘worst scandal in British history' as it is led by Louise Casey, but is concerned the scope won't see enough towns included by Labour who want to avoid their own patches coming under scrutiny. Meanwhile Liam thinks accusations of racism aimed at Sajid Javid for insisting ethnicity be recorded on these crimes when he was Home Secretary, now seem ridiculous and he should be commended for trying to get a clear picture of the issue. Making a special trip in the rocket this week is campaigner, author and grooming gang survivor Sammy Woodhouse, who shares her thoughts on the national inquiry into grooming gangs and her experiences as an exploited child.Read Liam: ‘Labour's 1970s employment rights bill could send Britain over the edge' https://www.telegraph.co.uk/business/2025/06/15/labour-1970s-employment-rights-bill-could-send-uk-over-edge/ |Read more from Liam: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/authors/liam-halligan/ |Read Allison: ‘No jail sentence is long enough for the cowards who covered up for the Pakistani rape gangs‘ https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2025/06/17/grooming-gangs-truth-revealed/ |Read more from Allison: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/authors/a/ak-ao/allison-pearson/ |Need help subscribing or reviewing? Learn more about podcasts here: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/radio/podcasts/podcast-can-find-best-ones-listen/ |Email: planetnormal@telegraph.co.uk |For 30 days' free access to The Telegraph: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/normal | Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cash Chats
473 | Bad news for Santander & Halifax customers, winter fuel payment u-turn, Help to Save scheme & more

Cash Chats

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 41:14


In the latest episode of the pod Andy and Amelia are talking about the latest stories that are important to you and your money. Including:  Bad news for Santander & Halifax customers in our monthly banking update Winter fuel payment u-turn Help to Save scheme - what it is and why it's brilliant And more! For links and further reading head to becleverwithyourcash.com/cashchats 00:00 Intro 01:02 Monthly banking update 19:13 Government winter fuel payments u-turn 22:12 Latest poll results 24:23 The Help to Save scheme 32:50 Extreme complaining ABOUT CASH CHATS Cash Chats is the award-winning podcast brought to you by the team of money geeks at Be Clever With Your Cash, sharing the latest updates from the world of personal finance and helping you to navigate the everyday money challenges we all face. Show notes can be found at becleverwithyourcash.com/podcast. BE CLEVER WITH YOUR CASH ON SOCIAL twitter.com/BeCleverCash instagram.com/becleverwithyourcash   youtube.com/@becleverwithyourcash   GET OUR WEEKLY NEWSLETTER You'll also get a free Quidco bonus for signing up https://becleverwithyourcash.com/newsletter/ MUSIC The music is Easter Island by Lonely Punk and provided on a creative commons licence 

Politics Weekly
Grooming gang inquiry U-turn; and how will the UK respond to Israel-Iran conflict? - Politics Weekly Westminster

Politics Weekly

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2025 28:52


Pippa Crerar and Kiran Stacey discuss the UK's reaction to the Israel-Iran conflict, and whether Gaza has influenced the government's response. And as Keir Starmer bows to pressure to launch a national inquiry into grooming gangs, they ask: why now and what could the political fallout be of yet another U-turn?. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod

The Red Box Politics Podcast
Starmer's Grooming Gangs U-Turn

The Red Box Politics Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2025 33:11


Having spent months resisting calls for a national inquiry into the grooming gangs scandal, Keir Starmer changes his mind. How can he navigate the difficult politics of another prime ministerial U-turn? Hugo Rifkind unpacks the politics of the day with Seb Payne and Jane Mulkerrins. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DOING LIFE: Daily Devotions For Finding Peace in Stressful Times

No matter how far we are from God we can always make a legal U-turn and accept the gift of Grace

Current Account with Clay Lowery
Episode 111 – The German Economy - A Fiscal U-Turn to Growth and Competitiveness?

Current Account with Clay Lowery

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2025 26:01


In this episode of Current Account, Clay is joined by Carsten Brzeski, the Global Head of Macro at ING Research, to discuss developments in the German economy following the recent federal elections - held in February 2025. Clay and Carsten begin with notable changes in the economy since the elections were held before analyzing the recent redefinition of Germany's debt brake, how this constitutional reform aligns with Germany's goals and priorities, how U.S.-imposed tariffs on the E.U. impact U.S.-German relations, the path for Germany to reclaim its historical role as one of Europe's leading economies and much more. This IIF Podcast was hosted by Clay Lowery, Executive Vice President, Research and Policy, with production and research contributions from Christian Klein, Digital Graphics and Production Associate and Miranda Silverman, Senior Program Assistant.

POLITICO Energy
A climate U-turn: Trump moves to kill Biden's power plant rule

POLITICO Energy

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2025 9:37


The Environmental Protection Agency announced Wednesday it would repeal a historic regulation that places federal limits on climate pollution from power plants, effectively killing the Biden administration's most ambitious regulatory effort aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions. POLITICO's Alex Guillén breaks down the repeal and how it will impact efforts to fight climate change. Plus, EPA also announced it was repealing a separate regulation to curb mercury pollution, and the Transportation Department is expected to release a draft of its overhauled guidance for the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure program later this month. Alex Guillén is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Nirmal Mulaikal is the co-host and producer of POLITICO Energy.  Alex Keeney is a senior audio producer at POLITICO.  Gloria Gonzalez is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO.  Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In The News This Week (the Have I Got News For You podcast)
The Spending Review, Pensioner's U-Turn & Zebras on the Loose

In The News This Week (the Have I Got News For You podcast)

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2025 26:19


The team return to discuss Labour's Winter Fuel Allowance U-turn, the lack of police funding in the latest spending review, Greta Thunberg's intercepted flotilla and Ed Miliband's rap name. They also report on the closing of the gates to Hell, a 200-year-old condom and the dramatic capture of Tennessee's most wanted fugitive – Ed the Zebra. If you enjoy the podcast, please give us a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and make sure you subscribe there so you don't miss an episode! For updates on the show and to get involved in future 'Missing Words Rounds', make sure you're following Have I Got News for You on Instagram, TikTok and X (formerly known as twitter) and get in touch with us there or emailing podcasts@hattrick.com.  Your hosts are Jack Harris Queenie Miller  Emerald Paston  And Mike Rayment The Producer is Diggory Waite The Executive Producer is Claire Broughton The Music is by Big George In the News This Week is a Hat Trick Podcast

The House Church
U-Turns With Jesus | Jamey VanGelder | June 8, 2025

The House Church

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2025 59:46


Connect with The House Church: The House Church website: https://ithehouse.org Share what God is doing in your life: https://ithehouse.churchcenter.com/people/forms/152271 Follow us on social! The House Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ithehouse/?hl=en The House Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheHouseOfficialPage

The Smart 7
Labour officially U-Turn on Winter Fuel Allowance, NATO Chief warns of Russia Threat, Andy Murray is back at the Queen's Club

The Smart 7

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2025 7:13


The Smart 7 is an award winning daily podcast, in association with METRO, that gives you everything you need to know in 7 minutes, at 7am, 7 days a week…With over 18 million downloads and consistently charting, including as No. 1 News Podcast on Spotify, we're a trusted source for people every day and we've won Gold at the Signal International Podcast awardsIf you're enjoying it, please follow, share, or even post a review, it all helps... Today's episode includes the following: https://x.com/i/status/1932066264580841663https://x.com/i/status/1932056862595428675 https://x.com/i/status/1932120283076276650https://x.com/i/status/1932065518137024895 https://x.com/i/status/1932075218354274366 https://x.com/i/status/1932123044434346475 https://x.com/i/status/1932160799138582825 https://youtu.be/0r7Z7a4ZzAo https://x.com/i/status/1932082453138550805 Contact us over @TheSmart7pod or visit www.thesmart7.com or find out more at www.metro.co.uk Voiced by Jamie East, using AI, written by Liam Thompson, researched by Lucie Lewis and produced by Daft Doris. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Politics Weekly
Winter fuel U-turn and spending review standoff – Politics Weekly Westminster

Politics Weekly

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2025 28:11


Pippa Crerar and Kiran Stacey discuss Rachel Reeves's U-turn on winter fuel payments: will it be enough to undo the damage done by the policy? Plus, they look ahead to this week's spending review as negotiations with ministers go down to the wire. And after its chair dramatically quit the party only to return 48 hours later, what's going on with Reform UK?. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod

The Jon Gaunt Show
Starmer's Winter Fuel U-Turn Won't Save Labour

The Jon Gaunt Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2025 33:57


Starmer's Winter Fuel U-Turn Won't Save Labour #StarmerCrisis #LabourUturn #UKPolitics #FuelAllowance #JonGauntLive Rachel Reeves has dramatically reversed Labour's decision to cut the Winter Fuel Allowance, restoring it for nearly 9 million pensioners. But is this a genuine rethink—or a panic move after public backlash and damaging local election results?

The Two-Minute Briefing
Labour's winter fuel U-turn fires up Farage

The Two-Minute Briefing

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2025 35:22


Rachel Reeves finally confirmed Labour's rumoured U-turn on the winter fuel cut for pensioners this lunchtime, completing a humiliating climb down for the Government. Nigel Farage was quick to take credit for the reversal in a speech in Wales.Camilla and Gordon ask whether Reform's continual outflanking of the Tories like this is only cementing their place in the public's minds as the unofficial opposition.Later, they speak to the MP tabling a new free speech bill after a man was prosecuted for burning a Koran. Nick Timothy says that blasphemy are being brought in through the back door to quash criticism of Islam.We want to hear from you! Email us at TheDailyT@telegraph.co.uk or find @dailytpodcast on X, Instagram and TikTok.Producer: Georgia Coan and Lilian FawcettSenior Producer: John CadiganPlanning Editor: Venetia RaineyExecutive Producer: Louisa WellsSocial Media Producer: Robbie NicholsVideo Editor: Andy MackenzieStudio Operator: Meghan SearleOriginal music by Goss Studio Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PoliticsJOE Podcast
Emergency Pod: Labour U-turn on Winter Fuel

PoliticsJOE Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2025 19:23


Ed, Oli, and Ava hastily reassemble in the PolJoe dungeon to cover Labour's announcement that they will reinstate the winter fuel payment for pensioners. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Iain Dale - The Whole Show
Has the winter fuel u-turn made Starmer stronger or weaker?

Iain Dale - The Whole Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2025 149:14


Has the winter fuel u-turn made Starmer stronger or weaker?Joining Iain Dale on Cross Question this evening are Labour MP Andy McDonald, the Conservative peer and former Defence Minister Lord Andrew Robathan, Green Party peer Baroness Jenny Jones and former Brexit Party & Tory MEP Lucy Harris.If you've never donated blood before, what has put you off of doing so? If you have, what persuaded you to donate for the first time?

The World Tonight
Three-quarters of pensioners to get winter fuel payment after U-turn

The World Tonight

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2025 37:38


More than three-quarters of pensioners will receive the winter fuel payment this year after Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms a major U-turn. We look at the new policy and the politics of the decision.Who are the Palestinian gunmen shooting at those trying to collect aid parcels in Gaza?And best-selling author Lee Child pays tribute to The Day of the Jackal author Frederick "Freddie" Forsyth, who has died aged 86.

The Red Box Politics Podcast
Will The Winter Fuel U-Turn Work?

The Red Box Politics Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2025 35:22


It's the government's biggest u-turn so far - but will Rachel Reeves' new winter fuel payments policy succeed?Hugo Rifkind unpacks the politics of the day with Manveen Rana and Matthew Parris. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

RNZ: Nine To Noon
UK: Defence spending, winter fuel payment U-turn

RNZ: Nine To Noon

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2025 9:13


UK correspondent Dan Bloom joins Kathryn to talk about Britain's plan to lift defence spending to 2.5 percent of GDP over the next decade

Round Trip Death Podcast
Steve's NDE to Hell, Heaven & Back

Round Trip Death Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 53:00 Transcription Available


Imagine dying, heading down to the pit of hell, then crying out for Jesus and doing a U-Turn to Heaven. It literally happened to Steven Haughton during his near death experience. In this conversation, Steven shares his transformative journey from a life of alcoholism and military service to a profound near-death experience (NDE) that reshaped his understanding of faith, redemption, and the afterlife. He recounts the struggles he faced with addiction, the pivotal moment when he sought help, and the vivid spiritual encounters he experienced during his NDE experience. Steven emphasizes the importance of seeking support, the unconditional love of God, and the need to share personal experiences to inspire others. His story serves as a powerful reminder of the potential for transformation and the significance of faith in overcoming life's challenges. Chapters00:00 Introduction to Steve Haughton01:22 Steve's Early Life and Military Experience02:23 Struggles with Alcoholism and Seeking Help04:10 The Near-Death Experience Begins07:03 Distinguishing Between DMT and Near-Death Experiences11:19 The Encounter with the Angel15:06 Reflections on Faith and Life Choices18:50 The Journey Up Mount Zion22:53 The Vision of the Cross and Its Significance25:22 The Decision to Return to Life28:33 Navigating Life After a Near-Death Experience33:45 The Importance of Perspective and Relationship with God36:56 Experiencing the Supernatural: A Journey to the Mountain43:40 Connecting with Others Through Shared Pain48:28 Faith, Trust, and the Journey of Life52:21 RTD OutroVideo version of this podcast: https://youtu.be/GidbnY1JMeoRoundTripDeath.comDonate to this podcast: https://www.roundtripdeath.com/support/Riddler Road Rally (sponsor): https://connect.riddlerroadrally.com/wasatch-tour-rtdp

Brexitcast
The Newscast Summer Tour

Brexitcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2025 55:07


Recorded live at Hay Festival, Adam and Alex look at whether President Trump has changed his mind about President Putin and how politician's use statistics. Plus, Newscast continues trying to work out if the goverment's change of policy on winter fuel allowance counts as a U-Turn. They are joined by Anne Applebaum, journalist, historian and author of Autocracy Inc, Professor Sir David Spiegelhalter statistician and author of The Art of Uncertainty, and comedian and broadcaster Marcus Brigstocke. If you want to come and see an episode of Newscast recorded live you can find us at Crossed Wires on the 4th July, Latitude on the 24th July, and at the Edinburgh Fringe from the 4th August!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://discord.gg/m3YPUGv9New 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 and Alex Forsyth. It was made by Anna Harris. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.Huge thanks to the BBC team at Hay, as well as Chris the festival organisers.

Brexitcast
Could More Government U-Turns Be On The Way?

Brexitcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2025 24:15


Today, we look at whether this week's winter fuel U-turn could lead to the government changing course on other spending cuts.Paddy's taken to the streets of Camden to find out what the public think of their local MP, Keir Starmer.And we hear from some of the 18 year old Newscasters who have got in touch to tell us what they think about the current state of UK/EU relationship.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://discord.gg/m3YPUGv9New 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/3ENLcS1Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Laura Kuenssberg and Paddy O'Connell. It was made by Chris Flynn with Rufus Gray. The technical producer was Rohan Madison. The weekend series producer is Chris Flynn. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.

Brexitcast
Starmer's Winter Fuel U-Turn

Brexitcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 44:37


Today, we look at a U-turn from the government, after the Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced plans to ease cuts to winter fuel payments.More than 10 million pensioners lost out on the payments, worth up to £300, when the pension top-up became means-tested last year.Adam and Chris Mason discuss with Starmer's former political director Luke Sullivan. Also, England will be the first country in the world to start vaccinating people against the STI gonorrhoea. Health and science correspondent James Gallagher explains what's going on.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://discord.gg/m3YPUGv9New 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 Chris Flynn and Laurie Kalus with Shiler Mahmoudi and Julia Webster. The technical producer was Ricardo McCarthy. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.

Coffee House Shots
Winter fuel U-turn and a rift at the heart of government

Coffee House Shots

Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 12:26


After sustained speculation and a local elections drubbing, Keir Starmer announced today at PMQs that the government will be softening their policy on winter fuel. Whilst it won't come into effect for some time, they have agreed to ensure that ‘more pensioners are eligible for winter fuel payment.'  This comes hours after a memo was mysteriously leaked to the Telegraph. It contains an extensive list of recommendations from Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner to the Treasury, including a set of eight tax rises such as reinstating the pensions lifetime allowance and altering dividend taxes. This amounts to a direct challenge to Rachel Reeves's fiscal approach and preference for spending cuts. The bigger story, of course, is what this says about feelings within Labour – it's clearly not a happy family. Sources suggest that Angela Rayner is uneasy with the direction of travel in the Treasury and speaks for a silent majority in the Labour party who are fed up with defending controversial measures such as winter fuel. So who leaked this memo? Could Rayner be leading a mutiny? And will the U-turn on winter fuel placate the rebels?  Oscar Edmondson speaks to James Heale and Isabel Hardman. Produced by Oscar Edmondson.