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The Week: Jeremy Bowen On The Iran War
13 maart 2026 · 29 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, James, Alex and Chris are joined by Jeremy Bowen to discuss the latest in the war in Iran. Lees meer
They reflect on what lessons could be learnt from the two Gulf Wars, the pressure building on the world economy and if President Trump is “close” to a victory?
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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. The presenter were James Cook and Alex Forsyth . It was made by Jack Maclaren with Jem Westgate. The social producer was Joe Wilkinson. The technical producer was Rohan Madison. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.
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Everything We Know (And Don't Know) About The Mandelson Files
11 maart 2026 · 35 min
Beluister deze afleveringThe government releases documents about appointing Peter Mandelson as US Ambassador.
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Will War In Iran Really End "Very Soon"?
10 maart 2026 · 34 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, President Trump has told reporters Iran war will be over “very soon”, but not this week. Lees meer
Meanwhile, US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth says this will be the “most intense” day of US strikes on Iran so far. So how close is the war to ending?
Alex and James are joined by Caitríona Perry, Chief Anchor of BBC News in Washington, to try to decode what Trump might mean.
Meanwhile, Trump has also threatened Iran with "death, fire, and fury" if it continues to disrupt shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, which carries around a fifth of global oil supplies.
Michelle Wiese Bockmann, senior maritime intelligence analyst at Windward, joins Alex and James to explain why the Strait is so vital.
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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. The presenter was James Cook and Alex Forsyth. It was made by Jack Maclaren with Anna Harris and Harry Craig. The social producer was Sophie Millward. The technical producer was Philip Bull. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.
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What’s The Economic Cost Of The War In Iran?
9 maart 2026 · 41 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, the Iran war has pushed oil prices above $100 a barrel for the first time since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in 2022. Lees meer
James and Alex are joined by Dharshini David, deputy economics editor, and Katya Adler, Europe editor and Brexitcast veteran, to discuss what the war means for the global economy and how the surging oil price might lead to higher inflation.
Katya’s new series ‘Europe on the Edge’ is available to watch on BBC iPlayer now.
Meanwhile, in Iran Mojtaba Khamenei, son of the previous supreme leader Ali Khamenei, has been named as his successor.
Siavash Ardalan, senior reporter for BBC World and BBC Persian, joins James and Alex for a profile of the man now in charge of the Islamic Republic.
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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. The presenters were Alex Forsyth and James Cook. It was made by Anna Harris with Shiler Mahmoudi, Jem Westgate and Harry Craig. The social producer was Grace Braddock. The technical producer was Jack Graysmark. The assistant editor was Jack Maclaren. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.
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How The Iraq War's Legacy Shaped The UK's Iran Response
8 maart 2026 · 34 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, we look at the extent to which the lessons learned from the Iraq war has shaped the UK's response to the war in Iran. Lees meer
Keir Starmer has taken a position somewhere between full support of Donald Trump’s actions, and direct criticism of them.
In a post on Truth Social, the US president criticised the UK for being less than 100% supportive, saying ‘we will remember’ and "We don't need people that join Wars after we've already won!"
On Friday, former Labour Prime Minister Sir Tony Blair told a private event that the UK should have backed the strikes from the beginning.
But is Keir Starmer’s decision making being guided by some of the failures of the 2003 Iraq war, which Blair led the UK into?
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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC.
The presenters were Laura Kuenssberg and Paddy O’Connell. It was made by Chris Flynn with Chloe Scannapieco. The social producer was Joe Wilkinson. The technical producer was Phil Bull. The weekend series producer is Chris Flynn. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.
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The Iranian President Says Sorry, But Does He Mean It?
7 maart 2026 · 32 min
Beluister deze afleveringIran’s president has apologised to Gulf states for attacking them. He has also warned that Iran will not attack its neighbours "unless attacked first". Lees meer
Laura asks Iran’s ambassador to the UK, Seyed Ali Mousavi, about the events of the past week, and what the apology really means.
Paddy’s been talking to an Iranian woman who has fled the country about her views on the regime and their actions over the past few months.
They get together to discuss what they’ve heard, and have a look at how seriously we should take dire economic warnings with Gillian Tett, a columnist for the Financial Times and the head of King's College, Cambridge.
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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. The presenters were Laura Kuenssberg and Paddy O'Connell. It was made by Chris Flynn with Laura Cain. The social producer was Joe Wilkinson. The technical producer was Philip Bull. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.
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Iran War Q+A
6 maart 2026 · 33 min
Beluister deze afleveringWe answer your questions about the US-Israel war with Iran. Lees meer
Adam and Chris are joined in the studio by Panorama film maker Jane Corbin and Chief International Correspondent Lyse Doucet to answer Newscasters questions.
Have the US underestimated Iran? Will Keir Starmer’s approach work? What role could the Iranian army play?
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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. The presenter was Adam Fleming. It was made by Jack Maclaren with Jem Westgate. The social producer was Beth Pritchard . The technical producer was Dafydd Evans. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.
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Has Keir Starmer's Iran Response Been Too Slow?
5 maart 2026 · 33 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, Keir Starmer has defended his response to the Iran war and announced he will send four additional fighter jets to Qatar. Lees meer
Adam is joined by Jane Corbin, Panorama film maker; Lucy Fisher, Whitehall editor for the Financial Times, and Mikey Kay, military analyst for the Security Brief, to discuss Starmer’s press conference, and to take a deeper look at the weaponry being used by both sides in this conflict.
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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. The presenter was Adam Fleming. It was made by Miranda Slade with Harry Craig and Kris Jalowiecki. The social producer was Beth Pritchard. The technical producer was Dafydd Evans. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.
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What’s Happening Inside Iran?
4 maart 2026 · 35 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said the US will strike deeper into Iran, but how has Iran responded to US-Israeli strikes so far? Lees meer
Adam is joined by Jane Corbin, Panorama Film Maker, and Siavash Ardalan, Senior Reporter for BBC World and BBC Persian, to discuss the Pentagon releasing a video of the sinking of an Iranian warship plus the challenges in reporting what’s going on inside Iran.
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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. The presenter was Adam Fleming. It was made by Miranda Slade with Shiler Mahmoudi and Kris Jalowiecki. The social producer was Jem Westgate. The technical producer was Gareth Jones. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.
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Donald Trump Is "Not Happy" With Keir Starmer Over Iran
3 maart 2026 · 37 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, President Trump has publicly criticised Keir Starmer saying “This is not Winston Churchill we’re dealing with”. Lees meer
The comments came during a press conference at the White House alongside the German Chancellor Friedrich Merz. President Trump said he was “not happy with the UK” because of the initial refusal from London to let Washington use the British base at Diego Garcia in the Indian Ocean during its first strikes on Iran.
It comes as the UK government has announced it is sending “helicopters with counter drone capabilities” and a warship to the region, after attacks on it’s base in Cyprus. Financial markets have also reacted to the uncertainty with oil and gas prices rising, and share prices down.
Adam and Chris are joined by Jane Corbin, Panorama Film Maker and Dharshini David Deputy Economics Editor.
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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. The presenter was Adam Fleming. It was made by Jack Maclaren with Shiler Mahmoudi and Kris Jalowiecki. The social producer was Sophie Millward. The technical producer was Jack Graysmark. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.
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What Is Trump’s Endgame For War In Iran?
2 maart 2026 · 34 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, President Trump outlined the objectives of Operation Epic Fury saying he took the “last best chance” to hit Iran. Lees meer
The president said the objectives of the operation in Iran are "clear", including "destroying Iran's missile capabilities", "annihilating their Navy" and preventing them from ever having a nuclear weapon.
Adam is joined by Jane Corbin, Panorama Film Maker, Lyse Doucet, Chief International Correspondent and Caitriona Perry Chief Anchor BBC News Washington
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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. The presenter was Adam Fleming. It was made by Jack Maclaren with Shiler Mahmoudi and Kris Jalowiecki. The social producer was Jem Westgate and Gabriel Purcell-Davis. The technical producer was Frank McWeeny. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.
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Ali Khamenei Killed
1 maart 2026 · 33 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, we look at the death of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed by US-Israeli attacks on Saturday. Lees meer
US President Donald Trump released a statement late in the evening saying he was targeted via intelligence and tracking systems.
International editor Jeremy Bowen joins Laura and Paddy to discuss how it happened, what it means for the future of Iran and the region, and how the rest of the world is reacting.
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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC.
The presenters were Laura Kuenssberg and Paddy O’Connell. It was made by Chris Flynn. The social producer was Gabriel Purcell-Davies. The technical producer was Dafydd Evans. The weekend series producer is Chris Flynn. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.
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The US and Israel attack Iran
28 februari 2026 · 44 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, we look at US and Israeli attacks on Iran. Lees meer
US president Donald Trump has described ongoing "major combat operations" and called for Iranian government forces to lay down their arms.
Iranian forces say they have struck a US naval base in Bahrain and across the region in response.
Earlier, Israel's defence minister said Israel had launched a "pre-emptive attack" against Iran, with explosions heard across the country.
Chief international correspondent Lyse Doucet, just back from Iran, joins to explain what's happening, why, and what could happen next.
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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC.
The presenters were Laura Kuenssberg and Paddy O’Connell. It was made by Chris Flynn. The social producer was Gabriel Purcell-Davies. The technical producer was Dafydd Evans. The weekend series producer is Chris Flynn. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.
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By-Electioncast: Greens Win Gorton and Denton
27 februari 2026 · 39 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, the Green party have won the Gorton and Denton by-election with nearly 41% of the votes, beating Reform into second place and Labour third. Lees meer
In Newscast by-election tradition, this episode was livestreamed on Friday morning. Adam and Chris are joined by BBC political correspondent Joe Pike and pollster Luke Tryl to discuss the results and what it means for the UK as a whole.
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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. The presenter was Adam Fleming. It was made by Miranda Slade and Jem Westgate. The social producer was Grace Braddock. The technical producer was Daffyd Evans. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.
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Will The US Attack Iran?
26 februari 2026 · 34 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, we discuss the indirect US-Iran talks happening in Geneva. Lees meer
The talks are happening against a backdrop of increased tensions between the two countries, with the US sending what Trump calls an ‘armada’ to the region. President Trump has threatened to strike Iran if a nuclear deal isn’t agreed during the talks.
We also discuss President Trump’s State of the Union speech, happening a time where many Americans are feeling frustrated about the cost of living, and off the back of the supreme court striking down his tariff policy.
Adam discusses all with economics editor Faisal Islam, chief North America correspondent Gary O’Donoghue and Panorama filmmaker Jane Corbin.
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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. The presenter was Adam Fleming. It was made by Jack Maclaren with Shiler Mahmoudi. The social producer was Joe Wilkinson and Gabriel Purcell-Davis. The technical producer was Rohan Madison. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.
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How Did A Tip-Off From Sir Lindsay Hoyle Lead To Peter Mandelson’s Arrest?
25 februari 2026 · 30 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, the Metropolitan Police apologised to the Commons Speaker for "inadvertently revealing information" relating to Lord Mandelson's arrest on Monday. Lees meer
Sir Lindsay Hoyle addressed the House of Commons before Prime Minister’s Questions to confirm he had passed information to the Metropolitan Police suggesting the peer could be a flight risk. Lord Mandelson’s lawyers say he had agreed to an interview next month, and the decision to take him into custody was prompted by a "baseless" suggestion he was planning to "take up permanent residence abroad".
Adam and Chris unpack how this story unfolded over a busy day in the House of Commons. And Faisal has been speaking to the chancellor about the student loans system - but why are student loans rising up the political agenda?
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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. The presenter was Adam Fleming. It was made by Miranda Slade with Jem Westgate. The technical producer was Ben Andrews. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.
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The David Lammy Interview
24 februari 2026 · 30 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, Adam and Chris speak to the deputy prime minister David Lammy about his justice reforms. Lees meer
He acknowledged the court backlog will continue to rise and may be at the same level as it is today at the next general election despite the government’s planned reforms.
He also said that Labour would be “out on their bums” if they haven’t delivered the change the public want by the time of the next election.
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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. The presenter was Adam Fleming. It was made by Anna Harris. The social producers were Joe Wilkinson and Jem Westgate. The technical producer was Ben Andrews. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.
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Peter Mandelson Arrested
23 februari 2026 · 40 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, Peter Mandelson has been arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office. Lees meer
The former British ambassador to the US has been under investigation over allegations he shared market-sensitive government information with Jeffrey Epstein while serving as a minister.
He has not commented publicly since the Metropolitan Police launched their investigation earlier this month, but the BBC understands his position has consistently been that he has not acted in any way criminally and that he was not motivated by financial gain.
Adam and Chris are joined by UK and home affairs correspondent, Daniel Sandford.
Meanwhile, the government has announced long-awaited changes to the system for children with special educational needs and disabilities in England.
Fresh from watching the education secretary Bridget Phillipson announcing the reforms, BBC education editor Branwen Jeffreys joined Adam and Alex to break down exactly what it means.
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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. The presenter was Adam Fleming. It was made by Anna Harris with Shiler Mahmoudi, Adam Chowdhury and Harry Craig. The social producer was Gabriel Purcell-Davis. The technical producer was Ben Andrews. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.
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Gordon Brown turns detective over Andrew
22 februari 2026 · 34 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, we discuss a report in the Sunday Telegraph that Gordon Brown has demanded a police investigation into whether Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor used taxpayer-funded jets and RAF bases to meet the paedophile Jeffrey Epstein. Lees meer
The former PM says he’s sent a five-page memorandum to the Metropolitan, Surrey, Sussex Thames Valley and other UK police constabularies.
Laura and Paddy are joined by Henry Zeffman to discuss why he’s turned investigator, what it means for the Royal Family, and whether rules around the line of succession should be changed.
Ahead of the Government’s Schools White Paper on Monday, we also discuss some of Labour’s proposed changes to special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) support, as well as Kemi Badenoch’s vow to lower interest on some student loans which she says feel "increasingly feel like a scam".
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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC.
The presenters were Laura Kuenssberg and Paddy O’Connell. It was made by Chris Flynn with Kris Jalowiecki. The social producer was Grace Braddock. The technical producer was Hannah Montgomery. The weekend series producer is Chris Flynn. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.
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The Boris Johnson and Sir Tony Radakin Interview
22 februari 2026 · 28 min
Beluister deze afleveringThis is Laura’s full exclusive interview with former prime minister Boris Johnson and his chief of the defence staff Tony Radakin. Lees meer
They reflect on four years of war in Ukraine; their attempts to prevent it, their efforts to support Ukraine and their hopes for the future.
We’ll also have a normal Sunday edition of Newscast in you feeds very shortly.
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Trump’s Tariffs: The Beginning of the End?
21 februari 2026 · 35 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, Laura and Paddy are joined by Gary O'Donoghue, Chief North America correspondent to discuss the US Supreme Court’s ruling to block President Donald Trump’s global tariffs. Lees meer
Is this the beginning of the end of his tariffs, what’s Trump doing now, and what does it mean for where power lies in the US?
Laura has interviewed former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson and former Chief of the Defence Staff Sir Tony Radakin ahead of the four-year anniversary of the beginning of the full scale invasion of Ukraine. Boris Johnson said the UK and its allies “did not take strong enough action,” and the UK and its allies should deploy non-combat troops to Ukraine right now.
Laura and Paddy dicuss Boris Johnson and Tony Radakin’s comments.
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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC.
The presenters were Laura Kuenssberg and Paddy O’Connell. It was made by Chris Flynn with Kris Jalowiecki. The social producer was Grace Braddock. The technical producer was Dafydd Evans. The weekend series producer is Chris Flynn. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.
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The Week: Andrew Arrested, New Cabinet Secretary & Jenrick Economics
20 februari 2026 · 40 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday Adam, Alex Forsyth, Joe Pike and pollster Luke Tryl look back at the week in Westminster; starting with Thursday morning's news that the King’s brother, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, had been arrested on suspicion of misconduct in a public office. Lees meer
Plus, they discuss the appointment of Antonia Romeo to the role of cabinet secretary and our first look at Reform UK’s new economic policy.
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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. The presenter was Adam Fleming. It was made by Anna Harris with Joe Wilkinson. The social producer was Beth Pritchard. The technical producer was Mike Regaard. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.
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Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor Arrested
19 februari 2026 · 36 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor has been arrested and is in custody on suspicion of misconduct in public office. Lees meer
King Charles says he "learned with the deepest concern" of Andrew's arrest, adding "the law must take its course" - Prince William and Catherine are understood to support the statement.
Andrew, who turns 66 today, has previously denied any wrongdoing in relation to Epstein; he has not responded to the BBC's requests for comment on the specific allegations in relation to the release of millions of Epstein files in January
Adam and Laura are joined by royal correspondent Jonny Dymond and home and legal correspondent Dominic Casciani.
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The Robert Jenrick Interview: What's Reform's Economic Plan?
18 februari 2026 · 39 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, Robert Jenrick used his first speech as Reform’s pick for chancellor to try to convince businesses and economists that he would be sensible with their money. Lees meer
He said it would reintroduce the two-child benefit cap in full, in a shift away from scrapping the limit.
He also said the party plans to keep UK's budget watchdog The Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR).
So we thought it would be a good time to explore exactly what Reform’s plan for the economy was, and ask is it really that radical?
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Is There A Gen Z Jobs Crisis?
17 februari 2026 · 34 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, we look at why young people are bearing the brunt as unemployment hits its highest rate for nearly five years. Lees meer
Adam and Alex are joined by BBC business editor Simon Jack to unpack some of the factors driving the trend.
Plus Alex updates us on Nigel Farage appointing Reform UK’s new top team, which he is calling his ‘shadow cabinet’. Alex explains what the appointments might tell us about how Reform is operating.
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Is It The End Of The Global Order As We Know It?
16 februari 2026 · 31 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, the government is considering accelerating planned increases to defence spending. Lees meer
The news comes after the PM dropped some heavy hints that he was ready to spend more on defence during his speech at the Munich Security Conference on Saturday.
Katya Adler and James Landale drop by to explain how America is trying to rewrite the global order… and get Europe to sign on and Joe Pike explains why spending more on defence is never politically straightforward.
Plus, Joe and Adam discuss the government’s decision to scrap it’s plans to postpone elections for 30 councils after recieving “legal advice”. They also review the government’s latest proposals to crack down on online safety for children and Starmer’s response to claims that a Labour Think Tank paid a private investigator to look into journalists.
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Are Britain's 'Brexit Years’ Over?
15 februari 2026 · 30 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, Laura and Paddy are joined by correspondent Joe Pike to go through the biggest stories of the day. Lees meer
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has called for a stronger, bolder Europe, and deeper links between the UK and the EU. He told world leadersat the Munich Security Conference “we are not the Britain of the Brexit years any more,” and Europe “must be ready to fight”.
We also look at a story about a think tank, Labour Together, which helped labour win in the General Election. They are accused of paying a PR firm to investigate the personal details of a journalist. Labour Together says its supporting an investigation.
And, Laura’s been speaking to Dr Hilary Cass, the author of a major review into the treatment of children and young people questioning their gender. On Laura’s Sunday show, Cass says children have been "weaponised" by both sides of a toxic debate about transgender rights.
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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. The presenters were Laura Kuenssberg and Paddy O’Connell. It was made by Chris Flynn with Kris Jalowiecki. The social producer was Gabriel Purcell-Davies. The technical producer was Ben Andrews. The weekend series producer is Chris Flynn. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.
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Victoria Derbyshire on the Gisèle Pelicot Interview
14 februari 2026 · 34 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, Laura and Paddy speak to Victoria Derbyshire about her exclusive UK interview with Gisèle Pelicot, the woman at the centre of France's largest rape trial. Lees meer
She told Victoria she was "crushed by horror" on discovering that, for years, her husband had repeatedly drugged her unconscious and invited dozens of men to rape her.
Victoria spoke to her about how she waived her legal right to anonymity, opening up the trial to the public and the media in order for “the shame to shift to the other side”.
The full interview is on iPlayer now and on BBC2 at 10pm on Sunday. It’s called Gisèle Pelicot: The Newsnight Interview.
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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. The presenters were Laura Kuenssberg and Paddy O’Connell. It was made by Chris Flynn with Kris Jalowiecki. The social producer was Gabriel Purcell-Davies. The technical producer was Phil Bull. The weekend series producer is Chris Flynn. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.
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The Week: How Keir Starmer Survived
13 februari 2026 · 31 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, we’re looking back on a tumultuous week for the Prime Minister. Lees meer
James and Chris are joined by Tim Shipman, political editor of The Spectator, and Professor Jane Green, Director of Nuffield Politics Research Centre and President of the British Polling Council. They discuss the Prime Minister’s moment of ‘peril’, what we’ve learned about Keir Starmer’s leadership and… which surprising celebrity ended up on the shortlist to become US ambassador.
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Sir Jim Ratcliffe Says Sorry (To Some) For 'Colonised' Comments
12 februari 2026 · 40 min
Beluister deze afleveringBillionaire and Manchester United co-owner, Sir Jim Ratcliffe, has apologised to those who were offended by his comment that “the UK has been colonised by immigrants”. He said this to a journalist at a business summit in Belgium earlier this week. Lees meer
Sir Keir Starmer, who condemned Sir Jim’s comments has said that he was right to apologise for causing offence. While the businessman was also criticised by Greater Manchester mayor, Andy Burnham, and other opposition parties and footballing groups, Reform UK leader, Nigel Farage, has defended him saying ‘Labour may try to ignore [immigration] but Reform won't.’
James and Alex are joined by chief football news reporter, reporter Simon Stone.
Plus the BBC’s climate editor, Justin Rowlatt, joins James and Alex to explain the data that says China’s CO2 emissions have been falling for the past year and what it tells us about the trends for global emissions.
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Two More Problems For Keir Starmer?
11 februari 2026 · 34 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, Keir Starmer was given a grilling at Prime Minister’s Questions about his decision to award a peerage to Lord Doyle. Lees meer
Chris unpacks PMQs and the latest revelations with Alex and James, as well as an intervention from former Prime Minister Gordon Brown calling for police to interview Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor.
Plus the BBC's chief international correspondent Lyse Doucet joins the podcast from Iran as the country marks the 47th anniversary of the Islamic revolution.
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Has Keir Starmer Saved His Job (For Now)?
10 februari 2026 · 45 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, Keir Starmer says that he will "never walk away from the country that I love” after surviving a turbulent 24 hours that saw the Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar call for him to step down. Lees meer
Speaking to the BBC, his energy secretary Ed Miliband said the Labour Party had "looked over the precipice” and decided to back their leader leading to a rallying of support from the cabinet and other senior party figures.
So, the Prime Minister is in the clear for now, but is he truly safe? Alex and James break down another turbulent 24 hours in Westminster before catching up with Daniela Relph senior royal correspondent and Caitríona Perry, BBC News chief presenter in Washington to discuss the wider fallout from the Epstein files in the US and for the royal family.
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Starmer’s Fight For Survival
9 februari 2026 · 35 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, Keir Starmer has addressed his MPs and seems to have rallied some support after Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar called for him to quit. Lees meer
In a press conference in Glasgow, Sarwar emphasised his concerns for Scotland ahead of the May elections, and told reporters “the leadership in Downing Street has to change".
The move prompted statements supporting the prime minister from cabinet ministers and other key labour figures including potential rivals Angela Rayner and Wes Streeting.
The PM has been facing mounting pressure in recent days with two of his top aides Tim Allen and Morgan McSweeney resigning following the aftermath of revelations about the appointment of former US ambassador Peter Mandelson.
James and Alex are in for Adam to talk through what it all mean.
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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. The presenters were Alex Forsyth and James Cook. It was made by Anna Harris with Shiler Mahmoudi, Chloe Scannapieco and Sophie van Brugen. The technical producer was Hannah Montgomery. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.
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Morgan McSweeney Resigns
8 februari 2026 · 26 min
Beluister deze afleveringRight after we published our last episode the news that Morgan McSweeney had quit as the Prime Minister Keir Starmer's chief of staff broke. Lees meer
So Paddy and political correspondent Joe Pike got back in the studio and got Laura up on the phone to chat through why he says he’s gone, who he is, what a chief of staff does, and who could replace him.
We also look at what it means for the prime minister, and why cabinet member Pat McFadden didn’t even see this coming.
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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC.
The presenters were Laura Kuenssberg and Paddy O’Connell. It was made by Chris Flynn with Kris Jalowiecki. The technical producer was Frank McWeeny. The weekend series producer is Chris Flynn. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.
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What Starmer Does Next
8 februari 2026 · 32 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, we look at the choices facing Prime Minister Keir Starmer now the Mandelson scandal has left him weaker. Lees meer
Former Labour Home Secretary David Blunkett has told Paddy that Starmer should sack his chief of staff Morgan McSweeney.
Cabinet Secretary Pat McFadden has told Laura that Starmer should stay in the job.
And the Fire Brigades Union has been the first organisation of its kind to say there needs to me a new leader.
Laura, Paddy, and political correspondent Joe Pike look at the arguments for and against those suggestions.
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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC.
The presenters were Laura Kuenssberg and Paddy O’Connell. It was made by Chris Flynn with Kris Jalowiecki. The technical producer was Frank McWeeny. The weekend series producer is Chris Flynn. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.
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Epstein Files: The Gordon Brown Intervention
7 februari 2026 · 30 min
Beluister deze afleveringFormer Prime Minister Gordon Brown has told the BBC the situation facing Sir Keir Starmer is "serious" and suggested he may have been "too slow to do the right things" concerning Lord Mandelson. Lees meer
He also defended him as "a man of integrity" who "wants to do the right things".
He spoke to the Today programme on Radio 4 in his first interview since the latest Epstein files seemed to show Lord Mandelson gave Epstein advance notice of a €500bn bailout by the EU to save the ailing Euro in 2010.
Another included a 2009 memo in which Brown's policy adviser Nick Butler wrote about the UK's struggling economy and recommended selling off government-held assets to raise public funds.
Brown said this was "market-sensitive" information as people can make money from changes in the values of currencies.
Lord Mandelson has not given the BBC an official statement but his position is that he has not acted in any way criminally and that he was not motivated by financial gain.
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The Week: The King, The Prime Minister and The Epstein Files
6 februari 2026 · 32 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces further questions about his judgement in appointing Peter Mandelson as US ambassador, and there is a darkening mood among Labour MPs. Lees meer
Adam, Chris, Alex Forsyth and Daniela Relph discuss how the continuing revelations from the Epstein Files have created challenges for both the Royal Family and the government; and the different approaches taken by the King and the prime minister.
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Epstein Files: Will Mandelson Cost Starmer His Job?
5 februari 2026 · 39 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, the Prime Minister has apologised to victims of Jeffrey Epstein for appointing Peter Mandelson as US ambassador and “believing his lies”. Lees meer
Adam is joined by Henry in Westminster with Ailbhe Rea from the New Statesman and Luke Sullivan, Keir Starmer’s former political director to break down where the Mandelson affair leaves the Prime Minister.
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Epstein Files: Starmer Under Pressure Over Mandelson
4 februari 2026 · 47 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, MPs voted to release documents about Lord Mandelson's appointment as US ambassador following a six-hour long debate. Lees meer
Adam and Chris unpack how Keir Starmer spoke about Mandelson at Prime Minister’s Questions, Kemi Badenoch’s line of questioning about who knew what when and the volume of questions swirling about the Prime Minister’s judgement.
Plus, Laura has been following Reform UK for a new documentary. She chats about what she learned about the party’s track record in local government so far and new revelations from leader Nigel Farage.
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Epstein Files: Police Launch Investigation Into Mandelson
3 februari 2026 · 39 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, the Metropolitan Police has launched a criminal investigation into Peter Mandelson after new files released seemed to suggest he had passed sensitive government information to Jeffrey Epstein. Lees meer
Lord Mandelson has resigned from the House of Lords following the latest revelations, though he retains the right to use the title of Lord.
The government say they are moving to draft legislation that will strip him of his title and the opposition are expected to try and force the government to release papers relating to Mandelson’s hiring as US ambassador.
Adam and Chris are joined by Dominic Casciani, BBC home affairs correspondent and senior royal correspondent Daniela Relph who has the latest on seeming revelations about Sarah Ferguson.
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Epstein Files: Mandelson Reported To The Police
2 februari 2026 · 27 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, the Metropolitan Police say they are reviewing allegations of misconduct in public office after new files suggest Peter Mandelson sent government information to Jeffrey Epstein. Lees meer
Lord Mandelson seemingly forwarded internal emails sent and recieved while he was business secretary in 2009 from senior politicians to Epstein.
Adam is joined by political correspondent Joe Pike in Westminster to discuss the latest allegations and senior royal correspondent Daniela Relph to discuss new revelations relating to emails seemingly sent to Epstein by Sarah Ferguson, former Duchess of York.
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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. The presenter was Adam Fleming. It was made by Anna Harris with Chloe Scannapieco and Shiler Mahmoudi. The social producer was Beth Pritchard. The technical producer was Jonny Baker. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.
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Epstein Files: New Mandelson and Andrew Allegations
1 februari 2026 · 44 min
Beluister deze afleveringA second woman is alleging that she was sent to the UK by Jeffrey Epstein for a sexual encounter with Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor following the release of more documentation from the Epstein files. Lees meer
The encounter allegedly occurred at the former prince's residence, Royal Lodge, in 2010.
BBC News has asked Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor for comment, but so far he has not responded to these accusations.
Laura, Paddy and Henry discuss the story and what it could mean for victims.
And John Bew, a professor, historian and former chief foreign policy adviser to four prime ministers, is in the studio to talk about what Trump might do in Iran, Ukraine, UK defence, and his time in Downing Street.
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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. The presenter was Laura Kuenssberg and Paddy O’Connell. It was made by Chris Flynn with Chloe Scannapieco. The social producer was Sophie Millward. The technical producer was Jonny Hall. The weekend series producer is Chris Flynn. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.
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Epstein Files: New Pictures Appear to Show Andrew
31 januari 2026 · 27 min
Beluister deze afleveringMore than three million pages of documents related to the sex offender - Jeffrey Epstein - were released on Friday. Lees meer
New pictures appear to show Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor kneeling over a female lying on the ground, as well as emails to and from a man referred to as “The Duke”.
Other emails show Epstein sent £10,000 to Lord Peter Mandelson's husband Reinaldo Avila da Silva in 2009, and the US President Donald Trump is mentioned hundreds of times.
There is no suggestion of wrongdoing, and all the men mentioned have denied wrongdoing.
Laura and Paddy look at what light they shed on what happened with Gary O’Donoghue, chief North America correspondent.
Plus, new candidates are announced for the Gorton & Denton by-election.
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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. The presenter was Laura Kuenssberg and Paddy O’Connell. It was made by Chris Flynn with Laura Cain. The social producer was Sophie Millward. The technical producer was Robin Schroder. The weekend series producer is Chris Flynn. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.
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The Week: Starmer Meets Xi, Trump Threatens Iran and More Defection Drama
30 januari 2026 · 30 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, Keir Starmer continues his reset trip to China. Lees meer
Adam and Alex are joined by James Landale and Sarah Montague to discuss the geopolitical significance of the Prime Minister’s visit to China plus what’s actually been agreed for British businesses. Plus, is President Trump preparing another strike on Iran?
And, Andy Burnham has spoken out about the briefing culture in Westminster.
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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. The presenter was Adam Fleming. It was made by Miranda Slade. The social producer was Joe WIlkinson. The technical producer was Jack Graysmark. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.
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Why Does Keir Starmer's Visit Matter to China?
29 januari 2026 · 34 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, Sir Keir Starmer has been meeting with President Xi Jinping in Beijing, the first time a sitting British PM has visited China in eight years. Although a host of trade deals were announced, including visa free entry for UK travellers, there have been fewer agreements than expected from the trip. Lees meer
Adam is joined in studio by deputy economics editor, Darshini David to chat about what we know so far and China correspondent, Laura Bicker who explains how the visit has been received in China.
Chris also phones in to share his experience of being on the road with the PM and how the visit has gone down with MPs back home.
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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. The presenter was Adam Fleming. It was made by Anna Harris with Chloe Scannapieco and Shiler Mahmoudi. The social producers were Sophie Millward. The technical producers were James Piper and Jack Graysmark. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.
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Kemi Badenoch Accuses Opponents of 'Psychodrama’
28 januari 2026 · 26 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, Kemi Badenoch, gave a speech addressing Conservative defectors and detractors. Lees meer
Adam chats to Alex, in Westminster about how Kemi Badenoch’s speech accused her opponents of ‘psychodrama’, called defectors ‘drama queens’ and presented her vision for the future of the Conservative party.
And we catch up with Chris in Beijing about what he’s seen and heard so far on his trip with the Prime Minister.
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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. The presenter was Adam Fleming. It was made by Miranda Slade with Shiler Mahmoudi and Chloe Scannapieco. The social producer was Joe Wilkinson. The technical producer was Dafydd Evans. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.
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Bonus: Review of the Year 2026, So Far...
28 januari 2026 · 37 min
Beluister deze afleveringWe’re only four weeks into the new year, but it feels like a year’s worth of news has happened already. So Radio 4 asked us to do a (very early) review of 2026 so far, and we thought we’d put it in your feed as a bonus episode. Lees meer
Adam and Henry are in the studio. Chris joins from home as he prepares in all sorts of ways for a trip to China with the Prime Minister.
They chat through the fights of the left and right that have set the tone in the early part of year before chief international correspondent Lyse Doucet pops in to discuss Trump, Greenland, Venezuala, Iran, and how the world’s reacted to it all.
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The presenters were Adam Fleming and Chris Mason. It was made by Chris Flynn with Chloe Scannapieco. The technical producer was Phil Bull. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.
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Labour Gets A Round Of Pub Support In
27 januari 2026 · 38 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, the chancellor has announced a package of support for pubs and music venues after the government was forced to U-turn on their plans to bump up business rates. Lees meer
BBC Business editor Simon Jack joins Adam to explain the measures, whilst political correspondent Joe Pike drops by to unpack the government’s other big announcement of the day - capping ground rents at £250 a year for leaseholders.
Plus, the PM is on his way to Beijing. Ahead of his visit, Starmer said the UK cannot afford to ignore the economic opportunities presented by working with China. His visit comes after one of the country’s top generals was purged by the government. Our China correspondent Laura Bicker gives Adam a rundown of what to expect.
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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. The presenter was Adam Fleming. It was made by Anna Harris with Shiler Mahmoudi. The social producer was Joe Wilkinson. The technical producers were Dave O’Neill and. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.
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Braverman Backs Reform
26 januari 2026 · 34 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, Adam and Chris discuss ex-Conservative home secretary Suella Braverman defecting to Reform. She’s the third sitting Tory MP to do so in the last eleven days. Lees meer
Also happening in Westminster — the Prime Minister has been defending the decision to block Manchester mayor Andy Burnham from standing in the Gorton and Denton by-election. It’s reported that 50 Labour MPs wrote to Keir Starmer to complain about the decision.
And, a 37-year-old man — Alex Pretti — was shot dead in Minneapolis by Border Patrol agents on Saturday. This is the second shooting by federal agents in less than three weeks. Adam speaks to BBC North America editor and Americast host Sarah Smith.
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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. The presenter was Adam Fleming. It was made by Anna Harris and Shiler Mahmoudi. The social producer was Joe Wilkinson. The technical producers were Philip Bull & Mike Regaard. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.
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Labour Block Andy Burnham From Standing
25 januari 2026 · 15 min
Beluister deze afleveringToday, Andy Burnham has said he is "disappointed" after being blocked from standing as a candidate for the upcoming parliamentary by-election in Gorton and Denton by Labour's ruling body. Lees meer
As a directly elected mayor, Burnham had to get approval from Labour's national executive committee (NEC), after he applied to be a candidate on Saturday.
But Labour said the party had decided to deny him permission to stand to "avoid an unnecessary mayoral election, which would use substantial amounts of taxpayers' money and resources".
Adam and Chris are here to discuss what it means and what might happen next.
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