Lucy Fisher

Mikey Kay, military analyst who explains weaponry and air defences. Lucy Fisher, Whitehall editor offering political context on UK decisions. Jane Corbin, investigative journalist with deep reporting on military and intelligence. They debate Starmer’s Downing Street defence, UK deployment speed, layered air-defence gaps, Shahed drone mass attacks, missile and hypersonic threats, intelligence lead‑up and legal questions.

Lucy Fisher, Whitehall editor at the Financial Times, and Stephanie Flanders, head of economics and politics at Bloomberg, dive into pressing issues. They explore the UK's defense spending strategy and the tricky balance of convincing the public of its necessity. They also discuss the government's controversial benefit cuts and their impact on vulnerable populations. The duo reflects on the implications for the Labour Party and offers insights into the upcoming spring statement amidst rising public debt and economic challenges.

In this lively discussion, George Parker and Lucy Fisher, both from the Financial Times, share their insights on the complexities of US-UK relations during Donald Trump's upcoming visit. They dive into the recent UK cabinet reshuffle and its implications, and the challenges of reporting in a fast-paced political climate. The duo also critiques Trump's unpredictable diplomacy and how it affects UK leadership. They explore the appeal of American sports in the UK and reflect on the evolving dynamics of UK-US relations post-Brexit.

Lucy Fisher assembles the Political Fix team to discuss the surprise snap general election in the UK. They dive into party campaigns, Rishi Sunak's decision, potential TV debates, Labour's readiness, Nigel Farage's non-candidacy impact, and election strategies.

Lucy Fisher, Whitehall editor at the Financial Times, explains defence funding shortfalls. Rupert Hawksley, Opinion editor at The Spectator, exposes rising organised rural crime. Matthew Parris, columnist and former politician, muses on political scandal and conspiracy culture. They debate Britain’s military readiness, recruitment and national service, balancing autonomous systems with personnel, and public appetite for higher defence spending.

Lucy Fisher, a political commentator, leads an insightful discussion with Miranda Green, a political contributor, Camilla Cavendish, a trend analyst, journalist Anna Gross, and Chancellor Rachel Reeves. They delve into the recent violent unrest in the UK, sparked by tragic events, and the Labour Party's responses, including a new policing unit. The group also tackles the government’s financial controversies, scrutinizing overspending accusations and Labour’s strategies surrounding tax and pension policies amid rising public concerns.

Lucy Fisher, FT's Whitehall editor, joins to discuss the Tory election-betting scandal and potential wipeout. The team delves into Reform party effects on Tory vote and post-election scenarios. Topics include insider trading concerns, polling data analysis, consequences of party reputation, and challenges faced by departing staffers.

Lucy Fisher, Financial Times Whitehall editor covering government, foreign policy and economics. John Glenn, Conservative MP and ex-chief secretary to the Treasury, on defence and fiscal trade-offs. Polly Billington, Labour MP and former political director, on party politics and migration. They debate Britain's response to the Iran war, UK–US relations, defence funding, energy security, cost-of-living pressures and migration rules.

Stephanie Flanders, head of economics and politics at Bloomberg, and Lucy Fisher, Whitehall editor at the Financial Times, dive into heated discussions about the assisted dying legislation, revealing the complex pressures new MPs face. They also explore major pension reforms aimed at improving returns for retirees and stimulating economic growth. The conversation lightens with humorous takes on the peculiar transitions in US politics, especially Trump's team dynamics, while touching on Brexit's evolving landscape and its impact on UK politics.

Lucy Fisher, a political journalist, leads an insightful discussion featuring Robert Shrimsley, George Parker, and Sarah Neville, who examine a government report declaring the NHS in critical condition. They explore whether Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer can successfully reform the health service amidst looming political challenges. The conversation also delves into younger generations' shifting views on healthcare sustainability and the urgent need to boost NHS staff morale, emphasizing the political ramifications and economic impacts of health policy in the UK.