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The New Orleans Attack
2 januari 2025 · 29 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, we look at the latest developments in the New Orleans attack that killed at least 14 people and wounded dozens more on New Year's Day. Lees meer
The FBI says 42-year-old army veteran, Shamsu-Din Jabbar, posted videos online proclaiming allegiance to the Islamic State group.
Adam speaks to Justin Webb, host of our sister podcast, Americast, and Marianna Spring, BBC’s social media investigations correspondent.
And Adam is joined by Alex, as 20 councillors in Nottinghamshire quit Labour, after criticism that the party “had abandoned its traditional values.”
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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Jack Maclaren with Teodora Agarici. The technical producer was Dafydd Evans. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.
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Is the World Ready for Donald Trump 2.0?
31 december 2024 · 39 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, we look at how Donald Trump’s return to the White House could impact events around the world. Lees meer
Adam speaks to Chris about Keir Starmer’s foreign policy priorities and working with the incoming Trump administration. Plus Senior North America Correspondent Gary O'Donoghue discusses what we know about Trump’s foreign policy.
And Chief International Correspondent Lyse Doucet joins from Syria to talk about what might happen next in the country and across the Middle East.
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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Miranda Slade. The technical producer was Ben Andrews. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.
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Electioncast USA: Revisited
30 december 2024 · 39 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, Adam, Sumi, Caitriona and Justin talk through their stand out moments of the US election campaign. Lees meer
Could the Democrats have done anything to rescue their campaign after Joe Biden dropped out? Or was Trump 2.0 a done deal? We relive all the major twists and turns of an unprecedented presidential race.
Plus they share their thoughts on what to look out for in 2025.
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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Miranda Slade. The technical producers were Mike Regaard and Ben Andrews. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.
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Electioncast: Revisited
27 december 2024 · 45 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, we look back at the big moments from the 2024 general election campaign. Lees meer
Why did Rishi Sunak decide to hold the election in July? Why did his team decide to send him out into Downing Street in the rain? And looking back, were there any moments that could have changed the final exit poll?
Adam, Chris and Laura reminisce about covering the general election, tell us about their most memorable behind-the-scenes moments, and talk about the moments of the campaign they keep revisiting.
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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming, Chris Mason and Laura Kuenssberg. It was made by Miranda Slade. The technical producer was Mike Regaard. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.
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Newscast Answers Your Christmas Questions!
24 december 2024 · 35 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, we’re answering your questions about Christmas, politics and what goes on behind the scenes at Newscast HQ. Lees meer
Adam, Paddy, Alex, Henry and Marianna cram into the Newscast studio for a Newscast Christmas party.
What’s on Henry Zeffman’s Christmas list? Is Die Hard a Christmas film? And where does the Prime Minister spend Christmas Day? Newscast answers all this and more.
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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Miranda Slade. The technical producer was Mike Regaard. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.
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The Big Political Review of 2024
23 december 2024 · 36 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, Adam is joined by Laura and Chris to talk about the events in British politics that dominated the headlines this year. Lees meer
They look back at the Rwanda bill, the Conservative leadership election, Labour’s freebies row and the summer riots. And they talk about the political leadership changes across the UK with new first ministers in Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.
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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming, Chris Mason and Laura Kuenssberg. It was made by Miranda Slade. The technical producer was Mike Regaard. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.
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Newbie MPs First Christmas
20 december 2024 · 33 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, we catch up with three newly-elected parliamentarians about their first terms. Lees meer
Adam is joined by Rosie Wrighting, Labour MP for Kettering, Ben Obese-Jecty, Conservative MP for Huntingdon and Pippa Heylings, Liberal Democrat MP for South Cambridgeshire.
Adam finds out how their election campaigns went, what missteps they’ve made in Parliament so far and what really goes on behind the scenes in the House of Commons.
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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Miranda Slade. The technical producer was Ben Andrews. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.
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Gisèle Pelicot's Day of Justice
19 december 2024 · 25 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, we discuss Gisèle Pelicot, whose ex-husband has been jailed for 20 years after drugging and raping her, and inviting dozens of strangers to also abuse her over nearly a decade. Lees meer
Dominique Pelicot, 72, was found guilty of all charges.
He was on trial with 50 other men, all of whom were found guilty of at least one charge, although their jail terms were less than what prosecutors had demanded. Outside the courtroom, Gisèle gave her "profound gratitude" to supporters and said she believes in a "better future" for women.
Adam is joined by Newsnight’s Victoria Derbyshire, BBC Paris correspondent Andrew Harding, and BBC online journalist Laura Gozzi to discuss today’s convictions and the impact of the trial for women’s movements across the world.
If you have been affected by the issues in this story, help and support is available via the BBC Action Line - https://www.bbc.co.uk/actionline/
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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Jack Maclaren with Anna Harris, Gemma Roper and Nancy Geddes. The technical producer was Mike Regaard. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.
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Could Reform Get Millions From Musk?
18 december 2024 · 42 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday we look at Nigel Farage’s meeting with Elon Musk. Lees meer
Adam and Chris discuss the significance of the Reform leader’s trip to Mar A Lago to meet Elon Musk and whether he’ll be allowed to donate to them under election spending rules. They also talk about the WASPI women who have been campaigning for compensation over pension changes as they say they were not were not properly informed of the rise in state pension age.
And, Adam speaks to Professor of Comparative Democratic Institutions at the University of Oxford Ben Ansell to reflect on the year of elections.
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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 with Gemma Roper and Anna Harris. The technical producer was Mike Regaard. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham
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Ukraine Scooter Bomb Kills Russian General
17 december 2024 · 40 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, we look at the assassination of a Russian general in Moscow. Lees meer
Lt Gen Igor Kirillov was at the entrance to a residential block on Tuesday morning when a device hidden in an electric scooter exploded and killed him. Ukraine has claimed responsibility for the attack. Adam is joined by James Waterhouse, BBC Ukraine Correspondent and Chris Steele - the former head of the Russia Desk at MI6, Author of “Unredacted: Russia, Trump and the Fight for Democracy” and a director of Orbis Business Intelligence.
And, Sara Sharif's father and stepmother have been sentenced to life in prison for her murder. Adam speaks to the Children's Commissioner Dame Rachel de Souza about how to keep children safe.
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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Jack Maclaren with Gemma Roper and Anna Harris. The technical producer was Mike Regaard. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.
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The Chinese "Spy" is Named
16 december 2024 · 34 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, we look at the naming of the alleged Chinese spy with links to Prince Andrew. Lees meer
Sources have told the BBC that Prince Andrew will not be at Sandringham with the rest of the Royal Family for Christmas this year after the alleged spy was named as businessman Yang Tengbo. Mr Yang has responded in a statement saying it was “entirely untrue” that he was a spy.
Prince Andrew previously said in a statement that he had "ceased all contact" with the Chinese businessman, with all meetings having been "through official channels" and "nothing of a sensitive nature ever discussed".
Adam speaks to BBC Home and Legal Correspondent Dominic Casciani and Charles Parton, former UK diplomat to China and RUSI associate fellow.
And, the government has set out its plan for devolution. Joe Pike tells Adam about Angela Rayner’s plans for more mayors and abolishing district councils.
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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Jack Maclaren with Gemma Roper and Anna Harris The technical producer was Rohan Madison. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.
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Migration, Migration, Migration
15 december 2024 · 32 min
Beluister deze afleveringIt’s the last weekend edition of Newscast of the year, and the government have decided to do their media round on migration. Lees meer
Laura’s been speaking to the Yvette Cooper, and her Conservative counterpart Chris Philp to find out how the main parties want to tackle the issue.
Paddy, and Henry convene to chew through how migration has, and continues to be, a dominant issue in British politics - and how it could shape the future of Westminster.
And, as we hurtle towards Christmas, we discuss our favourite news moments of the year (and eat Italian biscuits).
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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Laura Kuenssberg and Paddy McConnell. It was made by Chris Gray with Rufus Gray. The technical producer was Rohan Madison. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.
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Prince Andrew and the Suspected Spy
14 december 2024 · 25 min
Beluister deze afleveringIn this continental edition, Laura speaks to Paddy from Rome, where she’s been talking to the Home Secretary, Yvette Cooper, who will meet her Italian counterpart for diplomacy on migration. Lees meer
She’s also been asking her about the connection between Prince Andrew and an alleged Chinese spy. The Duke of York’s judgement is being questioned after the government advised him to cease all contact with the enigmatic individual known only to the public as ‘H6’.
And the developing situation in Syria has caused a rift in the Labour front bench, as some of their members revisit their own party’s role in blocking UK military action against then Syrian President Bashar al-Assad in 2013. Paddy and Laura discuss what is really going on behind the scenes.
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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Laura Kuenssberg and Paddy McConnell. It was made by Chris Gray with Rufus Gray. The technical producer was Hannah Montgomery. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.
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The Week: Sandwiches, Planning and the EU
13 december 2024 · 30 min
Beluister deze afleveringAdam, Chris, Alex and Faisal discuss why sandwiches have become the hot topic in Westminster, what the UK’s future relationship with the EU could look like, and planning reforms. Lees meer
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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Jack Maclaren with Anna Harris. The technical producer was Hannah Montgomery. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.
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Is The NHS Facing a ‘Quad-Demic’?
12 december 2024 · 35 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, NHS England medical director Prof Sir Stephen Powis has said a sharp rise in flu cases “are adding to our 'quad-demic' worries”. Lees meer
What is a quad-demic and how worried is the NHS? Adam is joined by BBC health editor Hugh Pym and Nick Hulme, the Chief Executive of East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust, to discuss the rise in hospital flu cases as well as problems caused by Covid, RSV and Norovirus, and how hospitals will cope with the strain.
Plus, Keir Starmer has doubled down on his housebuilding targets, promising “builders not blockers” for the planning system. Alex explains the jigsaw puzzle of planning regulations, local government and politics.
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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Miranda Slade with Nancy Geddes. The technical producer was Hannah Montgomery. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.
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Luigi Mangione and the UnitedHealthcare murder
11 december 2024 · 39 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, we’re looking at Luigi Mangione, the 26-year-old Ivy League graduate accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. Lees meer
As he fights a extradition to New York, Sumi Somaskanda and Caitríona Perry join Adam to discuss the case, and the social media obsession with the case.
Also, Chris and Alex Chalk, former Conservative justice secretary, are on talking about Labour’s announcement that they will inject £2.3 billion towards making more capacity in the prisons system.
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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 with Anna Harris and Bella Saltiel. The technical producer was Ben Andrews. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.
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Why is Israel Attacking Syria?
10 december 2024 · 36 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, we look at what a new government in Syria means for the Middle East and why Israel has launched airstrikes on key military targets. Lees meer
The BBC’s Diplomatic Correspondent, James Landale tells Adam about the historic relationship between Syria and Israel and why Israel has decided to launch strikes now. And, BBC Monitoring’s Jihadist Media expert Mina Al-Lami explains how an opportunistic IS might seek to capitalise on abandoned weapons stashes and wider instability in the region.
Plus, the Chancellor, Rachel Reeves has again warned against government waste. She’s launched a spending review, promising to identify "efficiency savings" across government departments.
Chief Political Correspondent Henry Zeffman joins Adam to explain how the review might shake up the political landscape in 2025.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.
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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Jack Maclaren with Anna Harris and Maddie Drury. The technical producer was Mike Regaard. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.
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What Next for Syria?
9 december 2024 · 35 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, we look at what the end of Bashar al-Assad’s regime means for Syria. Lees meer
As huge crowds gather at a notorious Damascus prison looking for prisoners held under the Assad regime Adam speaks to Lina Sinjab, the BBC’s Middle East Correspondent. He is also joined by chief Jihadist media specialist for BBC monitoring, Mina Al-Lami, who profiles the rebel group’s leader and legacy.
And, the Kremlin say Bashar Al-Assad has been given asylum in Moscow after fleeing from Syria. Adam speaks to Russia editor Steve Rosenberg about how the fall of the Russian-supported regime is a blow to the country’s prestige.
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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Jack Maclaren with Anna Harris and Maddie Drury. The technical producer was Philip Bull. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.
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Syria’s New Era as Assad’s Regime Ends
8 december 2024 · 33 min
Beluister deze afleveringAfter more than a decade of civil war, rebel forces in Damascus say they've ended Bashar al-Assad’s rule. Lees meer
His ally Russia says he’s left the country.
Laura and Paddy are joined by Joe Pike to discuss the latest developments - and assess what impact it might have on the wider Middle East.
Plus, Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner tells Laura Labour’s planning reforms will end development chaos. But what will the impact be on local communities?
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Newscast 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 Ben Mundy with Bella Saltiel. The technical producer was Michael Regaard. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.
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Storm Darragh in the UK + Political Storms in France
7 december 2024 · 28 min
Beluister deze afleveringJust as France enters a period of deep uncertainty, triggered by the fall of Michel Barnier's government, the country gets ready to reopen the Notre Dame cathedral. Lees meer
And, US President-elect Donald Trump is using the event to return to the geopolitical stage.
Laura and Paddy discuss the Macron-Trump relationship.
Plus, they hear from Newscasters, as thousands of people are left without power following Storm Darragh.
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Newscast 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 Ben Mundy with Clare Williamson. The technical producer was Michael Regaard. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.
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The Week: Labour Milestones, McSweeney, and Reform
6 december 2024 · 33 min
Beluister deze afleveringAdam and Chris are joined by the journalist and author Tim Shipman, who lifts the lid on what’s going on inside the Labour government now, after some staff rejigging. Lees meer
They also talk through Starmer’s ‘milestones’ announcement, and how the civil service could be reshaped.
And, could Reform be a real threat to both Labour and the Conservatives?
Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Jack Maclaren with Anna Harris . The technical producer was Ben Andrews. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.
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Keir Starmer's Six Milestones (Don't Call it a Relaunch)
5 december 2024 · 39 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, the prime minister set out his ‘Plan for Change’ with six milestones focused on the economy, the NHS, climate, preschool education, policing and housebuilding. Lees meer
Adam and Henry unpick what Keir Starmer said and ask whether these targets could become a challenge in the future.
And, the Secretary of State for Business and Trade Jonathan Reynolds MP speaks to Adam about how these milestones will work in practice.
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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Miranda Slade with Gemma Roper. The technical producer was Hal Haines. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham
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French Government Falls, Au Revoir Monsieur Barnier
4 december 2024 · 32 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, we look at the vote of no-confidence in the government headed by Prime Minister Michel Barnier in France. Lees meer
It means Barnier has become the shortest-serving French prime minister since 1958.
Adam speaks to Marion Solletty - Executive Editor for France at POLITICO, and Shahin Vallée, former economic adviser to Emmanuel Macron, and senior research fellow at the German Council for Foreign Relations.
And, after six hours of martial law, South Korea’s president reversed his decision resulting in calls for the president to resign, or for his impeachment. Su Min Hwang former head of the BBC Korean Service helps Adam to unpack an extraordinary night for the country.
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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 with Gemma Roper and Bella Saltiel. The technical producer was Dan Ehrlich. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.
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Martial Law in South Korea
3 december 2024 · 30 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, we look at the President of South Korea Yoon Suk Yeol declaring martial law. Lees meer
Protestors gathered outside the parliament building after the President gave the military extra power to “eradicate the despicable pro-North Korean anti-state forces”. Adam speaks to BBC Asia and Pacific Editor Micky Bristow and Dr Edward Howell, the Korea Foundation Fellow with the Asia-Pacific Programme at Chatham House.
And, after the strong reaction to Jaguar’s latest advertising campaign, the new concept cars were finally unveiled in Miami on Monday night. Business Editor Simon Jack and the UK editor of Campaign magazine Maisie McCabe discuss whether the cars live up the advert and what the long-term impact could be for Jaguar.
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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Jack Maclaren with Gemma Roper and Bella Saltiel. The technical producer was Jonny Hall. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.
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Gregg Wallace Apologises for “Middle-Class Women” Comment
2 december 2024 · 28 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, we look at Gregg Wallace’s apology for suggesting allegations against him came from "a handful of middle-class women of a certain age". Lees meer
He stepped back from MasterChef last week after allegations were made that he had made inappropriate comments while working on the show. Wallace has denied behaviour of a sexually harassing nature. Culture and media editor Katie Razzall explains where it all leaves him, MasterChef, and the BBC.
Plus, Sumi Somaskanda, chief anchor for BBC World, joins James to explain why President Biden has pardoned his son. Plus, what this means for Biden’s legacy as he prepares to leave office.
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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by James Cook. It was made by Jack Maclaren with Bella Saltiel and Maddie Drury. The technical producer was Johnny Hall. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.
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Could Starmer's milestones become millstones?
1 december 2024 · 26 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, we look at the milestones Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer will set out under what he calls a "plan for change" for Britain. Lees meer
Paddy and Victoria are joined by Joe Pike, BBC politics and investigations correspondent, to discuss the resignation of Louise Haigh, who was serving as transport secretary, after it emerged she pleaded guilty to a fraud offence a decade ago. Does this resignation prompt questions for the government?
Plus, Master Chef presenter Gregg Wallace has spoken out on Sunday against allegations of historic misconduct, saying they have come from a "handful of middle-class women of a certain age".
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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Paddy O’Connell and Victoria Derbyshire. It was made by Tim Walklate and Cat Fusillo. The technical producer was Dan Ehrlich. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.
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What next for the assisted dying bill?
30 november 2024 · 26 min
Beluister deze afleveringVictoria stands in for Laura this weekend! Today, we discuss the assisted dying bill, one of the most significant and sensitive topics to have been voted on by MPs in recent decades. We hear YOUR reaction to the bill and why it matters. Lees meer
Plus, defence editor at the Economist, Shashank Joshi, joins us to talk about the rebel forces advancing in Aleppo, and whether this could topple the Assad regime.
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MPs Vote in Favour of Assisted Dying
29 november 2024 · 29 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, in a historic vote, MPs have voted in favour of a bill to legalise assisted dying in England and Wales. Lees meer
After five hours of emotional debate the bill passed with 330 in favour to 275 against, at the first stage in the Commons. Before the bill can become law it will face further scrutiny, and the first cases are not expected for at least two years. James and Chris are joined by Vicki Young, deputy political editor, and Fergus Walsh, medical editor.
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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by James Cook. It was made by Jack Maclaren. The technical producer was Mike Regaard. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.
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Starmer's Migration Mission
28 november 2024 · 31 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, we look at the latest net migration figures, as the UK hit a record 906,000 in the year to June 2023, much higher than previously thought. Lees meer
Sir Keir Starmer seized on the figures - which cover a period before Labour took office - to accuse the Tories of “running an open borders experiment”.
Adam is joined by Chris, Alex Forsyth and Nick Watt to discuss that and look ahead to the vote on assisted dying tomorrow.
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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Jack Maclaren with Anna Harris. The technical producer was Mike Regaard. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.
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Interview: Ed Davey
28 november 2024 · 32 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, Adam chats to Ed Davey about his tactics as an opposition party, including making TikToks about the “Rizz Dems”, as well as this week’s vote on Assisted Dying and why he’s voting against the bill. Lees meer
Plus, Ed is the first leader of a major political party to release a Christmas single. He tells Adam about teaming up with the Bath Philharmonia's Young Carers' Choir to release the charity single, Love is Enough.
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The Israel-Hezbollah Ceasefire
27 november 2024 · 28 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, we look at the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hezbollah and what it means for the Middle East. Lees meer
A deal to end thirteen months of fighting in Lebanon came into affect on Wednesday morning. It follows Israel’s land invasion of Lebanon in October in response to rocket attacks from Hezbollah.
Adam is joined by the BBC’s international editor Jeremy Bowen, and Jonny Dymond, host of The Conflict podcast. They discuss how the deal was brokered, what it means for Israel and Lebanon, and why the deal doesn’t extend to the war in Gaza.
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Trump, Tariffs and Trade Wars
26 november 2024 · 32 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, has Donald Trump outlined his plans for a future trade war once he re-enters the White House? Lees meer
The President Elect has said that he’ll sign an executive order on day one of his presidency imposing a 25% tariff on "all products" entering the US from neighbours Mexico and Canada, until they clamp down on drugs and illegal migrants crossing the border. Adam speaks to economics editor Faisal Islam about that and major news for the UK car industry.
Plus, we examine new plans by the government to encourage people to get back to work. They say that young people must take up offers of a job or training, or lose their benefits. Adam is joined by Ben Chu policy and analysis correspondent for BBC Verify.
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Reeves My Lips, No New Taxes (On Business)
25 november 2024 · 35 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, we look at the Chancellor Rachel Reeves defending her budget, telling businesses she is “not coming back with more borrowing or more taxes”. Lees meer
Reeves was speaking at the Confederation of British Industry (CBI) conference. Her message comes after the boss of biscuit company McVitie’s warned it was becoming “harder to understand” the case for investing in the UK. Adam and Chris are joined by BBC business editor Simon Jack.
And, Europe editor Katya Adler tells Adam about her interview with former German Chancellor Angela Merkel. In it, Merkel discusses dealing with President Putin, growing up in East Germany and Brexit regrets.
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Will Labour’s Plan For Work, Work?
24 november 2024 · 30 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, we look at the government’s plans to cut, what the Prime Minister has called, the “bulging benefits bill”. Lees meer
Speaking to Laura on her Sunday morning show - the Work and Pensions Secretary Liz Kendall outlined Labour’s plan “to get Britain working”. Laura, Paddy and Nick Watt of Newsnight discuss how similar this approach is to the previous governments. And, how will it be received by their own party?
Plus, COP29 ended with richer countries agreeing to pay developing nations $300 billion a year by 2035 to help them tackle climate change. The negotiations overran by 30 hours and the deal has been criticised as “too little, too late”. Host of the BBC’s Climate Question podcast Graihagh Jackson joins to discuss.
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The Assisted Dying Debate: Ex-PM Gordon Brown Intervenes
23 november 2024 · 26 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, we look at a major intervention into the debate on the assisted dying bill from former Prime Minister Gordon Brown. Lees meer
Writing in the Guardian, Brown says the death of his first daughter Jennifer aged only 11 days strengthened his belief that "this is not the right time to make such a profound decision". Laura and Paddy discuss whether this could impact how MPs vote, as well as looking at new polling into how the public feel about the legislation.
Plus, the French Foreign Minister has spoken exclusively to Laura about the war in Ukraine, and suggests that they will allow their long-range missiles to be fired into Russia.
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The Week: Ukraine, Israel and John Prescott Reflections
22 november 2024 · 33 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, Adam, Alex, Chris and Henry discuss Ukraine firing British and US missiles on Russia, what the International Criminal Court’s arrest warrant for Benjamin Netanyahu means for Britian’s relationship with Israel, and Newscast remembers John Prescott who has died at the age of 86. Lees meer
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Remembering John Prescott
21 november 2024 · 41 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, we look back on the life and career of former Deputy Prime Minister John Prescott. Lees meer
Lord Prescott died aged 86 on Wednesday in his care home, where he had been living with Alzheimer's, his family have said. Adam speaks to former Labour Director of Communications Lord Peter Mandelson about his memories of working with Lord Prescott.
And, Adam talks to Joe Pike, Political Investigations Correspondent, about the Charity Commission’s inquiry into the Captain Tom Foundation, the charity set up by the family of Sir Captain Tom Moore. The Charity Commission said his daughter and son-in-law displayed a "pattern of behaviour" in which they benefited personally from the Captain Tom Foundation and people "would understandably feel misled".
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UK Storm Shadow Missiles Strike Russia
20 november 2024 · 29 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, the BBC believes Ukraine has fired UK-made Storm Shadow long-range missiles into Russia by Ukraine for the first time. Lees meer
Adam speaks to former UK defence attaché to Moscow and Kyiv John Foreman, who describes the Defence Secretary John Healey’s remarks to the House of Commons about Storm Shadow missiles as “clear as mud”.
And, BBC News Chief Presenter Sumi Somaskanda discusses why President Biden has changed direction on Ukraine plus the latest on President-elect Trump’s well-known nominees for top roles in his team.
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Farmer v Starmer
19 november 2024 · 35 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, we look at a protest in Westminster by farmers over inheritance tax changes announced in the Budget. Lees meer
Around 10,000 people are believed to have attended a rally in Whitehall today protesting changes to inheritance tax. From April 2026, inherited agricultural assets worth more than £1m will be liable to tax. Prime Minister Keir Starmer says he understands the concerns, but says the “vast majority” of farms will be unaffected.
Plus, Ukraine has fired US-supplied long range missiles at a target inside Russian territory for the first time. Adam is joined by Ukraine Correspondent James Waterhouse.
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Russia’s Fury Over US (and UK?) Missiles
18 november 2024 · 32 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, we look at the US reportedly authorising Ukraine sending long-range missiles into Russia. Plus, Keir Starmer’s meeting with Chinese leader Xi Jinping. Lees meer
Prime Minister Keir Starmer is at the G20 summit in Rio de Janeiro where he’s become the first PM in six years to meet Chinese President Xi. It comes as President Biden his reportedly sanctioned long range US missile strikes into Russia by Ukraine. Adam speaks to Deputy Political Editor Vicki Young and Diplomatic Correspondent James Landale.
And, Adam talks to BBC Russia Editor Steve Rosenberg to find out how the Kremlin has reacted to the potential missile strikes, plus the return of President Trump.
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The Biggest Attack on Ukraine in Months
17 november 2024 · 25 min
Beluister deze afleveringRussia has conducted a “massive” attack on Ukraine’s power infrastructure, according to President Volodymyr Zelensky, with 120 missiles and 90 drones reportedly causing multiple explosions across the country. Lees meer
Laura and Paddy have been speaking to politicians about what’s going on there.
And Laura’s also been talking to Transport Secretary Louise Haigh, who admits her public language over a row within government was “an unhelpful distraction”.
Plus, Liberal Democrats leader Sir Ed Davey suggests the party’s Welsh leader could be on her way out.
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Trump the Peacemaker?
16 november 2024 · 27 min
Beluister deze afleveringUkraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that with Trump in the White House, he is certain the war with Russia will “end sooner”. Lees meer
And, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has spoken to Putin on the phone in the first call between a major western leader and the Russian leader since December 2022.
Laura and Paddy discuss what it means for Ukraine, plus news of a “impasse” in government over social care.
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The Week: Assisted Dying Bill, Pensions and Trump’s Team
15 november 2024 · 28 min
Beluister deze afleveringAdam and Chris are joined by Stephanie Flanders, head of economics and politics at Bloomberg, and Lucy Fisher, Whitehall editor at the Financial Times, to discuss all the political news of the week. Lees meer
They discuss an increasingly heated debate about assisted dying legislation, the chancellor announcing “the biggest pension reform in decades” and President-elect Trump announcing more details of his team.
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Climate COP Out?
14 november 2024 · 36 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday we look at the COP29 climate conference in Azerbaijan. Lees meer
World leaders, diplomats and climate scientists have gathered in Baku for the annual UN climate summit. Adam speaks to BBC climate editor Justin Rowlatt and host of The Climate Question Graihagh Jackson to find out what they’re hoping to achieve and why so few
And, Emma Pinchbeck the incoming chief executive of the Climate Change Committee speaks to Adam about Keir Starmer’s plans for the climate and the impact of a Trump presidency on international climate cooperation.
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Presidents Roasting By An Open Fire
13 november 2024 · 35 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, we look at President-elect Trump’s first administration appointments and Wes Streeting’s much-trailed NHS reforms. Lees meer
Adam speaks to BBC News Chief Presenter Caitriona Perry and Social Media and Disinformation Correspondent Marianna Spring about what happened when Biden and Trump met and what Elon Musk’s new role as head of a Department of Government Efficiency mean.
And, BBC Health Editor Hugh Pym decodes what reforms the Health Secretary Wes Streeting has proposed in a speech at the NHS providers conference this morning.
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Archbishop of Canterbury Resigns
12 november 2024 · 16 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, we look at the resignation of the Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby. Lees meer
He has resigned after growing pressure due to a report which found that he did not follow up rigorously enough on reports of abuse of young boys and men by John Smyth. In his resignation letter, he said the report "exposed the long-maintained conspiracy of silence about the heinous abuses of John Smyth”.
Adam speaks to the BBC’s religion editor Aleem Maqbool to discuss what has changed in the past 24 hours to cause the Archbishop to resign and what it means for the Church of England.
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The Assisted Dying Bill Explained
12 november 2024 · 31 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, we look at the assisted dying legislation that’s been published ahead of a vote in Parliament. Lees meer
Under the bill, adults with less than six months to live would be given the right to end their own life. They would need to meet several requirements - including approval from two independent doctors and a High Court judge.
Adam is joined by the BBC’s deputy political editor Vicki Young and medical editor Fergus Walsh to discuss the safeguards set out in the bill, how leading politicians are saying they’ll vote and the concerns those who oppose the bill have raised.
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Trump and Putin, Call Me Maybe?
11 november 2024 · 34 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, we look at the relationship between President-elect Donald Trump and the Russian leader Vladimir Putin. Lees meer
The Kremlin has denied media reports that Donald Trump held a call with Vladimir Putin, in which he is said to have warned Putin against escalating the war in Ukraine. Adam speaks to Christopher Steele, the former head of the Russia Desk at MI6, Author of “Unredacted: Russia, Trump and the Fight for Democracy” and a director of Orbis Business Intelligence about what Trump’s election means for the US-Russia relationship.
And, the Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby is facing pressure to resign due to a review which found that he did not follow up rigorously enough on reports of abuse of young boys and men by a man associated with the Church of England. Mr Welby acknowledged he should have more rigorously followed up the details and said last week he had considered resigning, but decided to stay in his role.
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Is The UK Spending Enough on Defence?
10 november 2024 · 28 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, Laura’s been trying to get answers from Chief Secretary to the Treasury Darren Jones, about when the UK Government will meet its target of spending 2.5% of GDP on defence. Lees meer
Laura and James are joined by Henry to discuss possible points of difference between the Treasury and the UK chief of defence Admiral Sir Tony Radakin - who told Laura he wants ‘resources’ to match ‘ambitions’. And, did Laura have the next British Ambassador to the US sitting on her panel?
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Who’s in Trump’s Top Team?
9 november 2024 · 34 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, we look at who is tipped for key roles in President-Elect Trump’s White House. Lees meer
Donald Trump has announced that his campaign manager, Susie Wiles, will be his new Chief of Staff. Laura and James speak to Gary O'Donoghue, BBC’s Senior North America Correspondent, about what her role will be and what challenges she might face - as well as which other famous faces from his campaign team might take key roles in the Trump administration.
Plus, Laura and James look at the reaction to the election from the international defence community.
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