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Helping you make sense of politics – every week.Anoosh Chakelian and the New Statesman team bring you sharp reporting, clear analysis and thoughtful conversations to help you understand what’s really going on in Westminster and beyond.The New Statesman is Britain’s leading source of news and commentary on politics and culture with a progressive perspective. On Politics, our journalists and expert guests cut through the noise of the headlines to explain the forces shaping our world. From the battles inside the Labour Party to the future of the Conservatives, from the rise of Reform UK to the debates that dominate Parliament, we provide the clarity you need to follow UK politics.--START HERE:▶︎ Kemi Badenoch isn't working | Cover Story with Tom McTague▶︎ Do billionaires really benefit the UK?▶︎ One year of Labour rule: can things still only get better?--LISTEN AD-FREE:📱Download and subscribe in the New Statesman app to enjoy all our episodes without the ads.--MORE FROM THE NEW STATESMAN:❓ Ask a question - we answer them on the podcast every Friday⏰ Get our daily politics newsletter in your inbox every morning✍️ Enjoy the best of our writing via email every Saturday--Hosts:Anoosh ChakelianRegular contributors and co-hosts:Tom McTague, Editor-in-chiefAilbhe Rea, Political editorProduction team:Senior podcast producer: Catharine HughesPodcast and video producer: Rob Le MareAssistant producer: Biba KangExecutive producer: Chris Stone Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jun 18, 2024 • 22min
Andrew Marr: Labour must prepare for the turning tide
Political editor Andrew Marr discusses Labour's potential win and challenges with tax and Corbyn. They explore the changing political landscape, Starmer's struggles, and the return of Boris Johnson. The episode analyzes UK election predictions, the dynamics of political figures, and the dilemmas faced by politicians in securing a majority.
Jun 17, 2024 • 32min
How Reform UK found £50billion down the back of the sofa
Rachel Cunliffe, Associate political editor, discusses Reform UK's £50 billion pledge, Nigel Farage and Richard Tice's campaign strategies, challenges with candidate vetting, potential alliances with Conservatives, and Labour Party's stance on social care and council tax reforms.
Jun 14, 2024 • 23min
Why is Jeremy Hunt love bombing affluent voters in Surrey?
Topics include: fulfillment of manifesto promises, potential big-name politicians losing their seats, Jeremy Hunt's campaign in Surrey, boundary redrawing's impact on candidates, Jeremy Corbyn's potential win, and handling media scrutiny during campaigns.
Jun 13, 2024 • 32min
Money Money Money (Keir Starmer's version)
Labour leader Keir Starmer prioritizes wealth creation in the party's manifesto launch. Detailed analysis by expert guests on Labour's tax pledges, including targeting non-doms and private schools. Discussion on potential policy change for large families and a betting scandal impacting the Conservative campaign. Emphasis on addressing women's issues in politics, including unpaid care work and parental leave.
Jun 12, 2024 • 25min
The Conservatives are headed for a "superdefeat"
Hannah Barnes and Ben Walker discuss the potential 'superdefeat' of the Conservatives in the UK general election. They analyze polling data and the impact of the Green manifesto launch. The split of Tory votes and undecided voters' sentiments are also explored, hinting at possible shifts towards Labour or the Greens.
Jun 11, 2024 • 26min
Andrew Marr: Could Tory tax cuts hurt the poorest?
Political editor Andrew Marr joins to discuss the Tories' tax cuts and housing policies. They delve into welfare reform, rise of far right in Europe, and potential impacts on a Labour-led Britain.
Jun 10, 2024 • 31min
Does the Lib Dem manifesto add up?
It's manifesto week! It's week three of the election campaign and parties are set to deliver their manifestos in the coming days. This was kicked off today with the launch of the Lib Dem manifesto. So what have they pledged? Do the numbers add up? And does it really matter if they don't?The team also discuss what's been happening politically over the weekend, including Friday's seven headed debate, the continuation of Sunak's D Day-gate, and Macron's decision to call a snap election.Hannah Barnes, associate editor, is joined by Rachel Cunliffe, associate political editor; Chris Deerin, Scotland editor; and Will Dunn, business editor.Sign up to the New Statesman's daily politics newsletter: Morning Call Submit a question for a future episode: You Ask UsLISTEN AD-FREE:📱Download the New Statesman appMORE FROM THE NEW STATESMAN:❓ Ask a question – we answer them every Friday⏰ Get our daily politics newsletter every morning✍️ Enjoy the best of our writing via email every Saturday Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jun 7, 2024 • 16min
Has Rishi Sunak just destroyed his own campaign?
Freddie, Ben and podcast newcomer Finn McRedmond answer listener questions.By deserting the D-day commemorations, Rishi Sunak has dealt his own campaign a massive blow and handed Keir Starmer and Nigel Farage explosive attack lines.In this special election edition of You Ask Us, the team answer your questions about the threat to the Conservatives from Reform UK and the impact of TV debates. Also polling expert Ben Walker reveals the shocking impact tactical voting could have on the Liberal Democrats election hopes.See the latest polls on the New Statesman's State of the Nation: https://sotn.newstatesman.com/Read: Rishi Sunak's D-Day departure was far worse than a gaffehttps://www.newstatesman.com/politics/2024/06/rishi-sunaks-d-day-departure-was-far-worse-than-a-gaffeThe Conservative party may not survive this electionhttps://www.newstatesman.com/politics/2024/06/conservative-party-may-not-survive-election-nigel-farageLISTEN AD-FREE:📱Download the New Statesman appMORE FROM THE NEW STATESMAN:❓ Ask a question – we answer them every Friday⏰ Get our daily politics newsletter every morning✍️ Enjoy the best of our writing via email every Saturday Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jun 6, 2024 • 23min
Who really holds power on the left?
The most powerful person on the left of British politics is not Keir Starmer. So who is it?This week the New Statesman published the 2024 Left Power List, which ranks the 50 most influential people in British politics. George Eaton edited the list and joins Hannah Barnes and Freddie Hayward on the New Statesman podcast to discuss who's up, who's down, and what their influence means for the general election.Hannah, Freddie and George also discuss the latest events from the general election campaigns including Vaughan Gethin's confidence vote, more questionable Tory donations and Ed Davey's moving campaign video.See the Left Power List in full here: https://www.newstatesman.com/politics/uk-politics/2024/06/new-statesman-left-power-list-2024LISTEN AD-FREE:📱Download the New Statesman appMORE FROM THE NEW STATESMAN:❓ Ask a question – we answer them every Friday⏰ Get our daily politics newsletter every morning✍️ Enjoy the best of our writing via email every Saturday Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jun 5, 2024 • 35min
Who's going to win the "£2,000" debate?
Hannah Barnes and Freddie Hayward discuss Sunak's £2,000 tax claim vs. Starmer's rebuttal, the upcoming UK election, and polling insights. They also delve into fear mongering tactics, political figure credibility, Reform Party's impact, and George Galloway's potential success in the election.
