Rob Powell
Sky News political correspondent who provides reporting and analysis on UK political stories, including detailed examination of documents and due diligence around high-profile appointments.
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Dec 5, 2025 • 18min
Is Zarah Sultana right for the left?
Rob Powell, a Sky News political correspondent, shares insights on Zarah Sultana, the dynamic co-founder of Your Party. They dive into Sultana's journey from student activism to Labour MP, highlighting her ideological clash with the party. The conversation reveals the chaos of the party's first conference, marked by rifts and factional disputes. Powell discusses Sultana's radical proposals, including nationalisation and a provocative stance on Middle East politics. The challenges of leadership and internal conflicts present intriguing risks for the new political movement.
Mar 11, 2026 • 20min
Why the Mandelson files mean more trouble for Keir Starmer
Rob Powell, Sky News political correspondent who digs into documents and due diligence, walks through the newly released Mandelson files. Short sentences cover what was published, withheld and why. He outlines due diligence on Jeffrey Epstein links, appointment vetting, the severance payment and which documents could still change the story.
