Newscast Are The Conservatives 'Over'?
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Sep 15, 2025 Jane Corbin, a Panorama presenter and expert in American politics, joins the discussion following Conservative MP Danny Kruger's recent defection to the Reform Party. They explore the shifting political landscape in the UK and whether the Conservatives are losing their grip. Jane also delves into Donald Trump’s impending state visit, analyzing its implications for the US-UK special relationship and how it might benefit Labour's Keir Starmer. The conversation highlights the historical context and the evolving dynamics of political alliances.
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Reform Is Making The Political Weather
- Reform's rise is reshaping how other UK parties behave and what they prioritise.
- Parties are responding to Reform's popularity with leadership questions, policy adjustments, and heightened scrutiny.
Starmer On Mandelson And Epstein Links
- Keir Starmer said he would not have appointed Peter Mandelson had he known all of Mandelson's links to Epstein.
- He cited new emails showing a different extent of that relationship which changed his judgment.
Old Messages Prompt New Resignation
- Paul Ovenden, Downing Street director of strategy, resigned after sexually explicit messages from about a decade earlier leaked.
- Sources say the timing reflects current pressure and factional infighting within Labour and government circles.
