Labour leader Keir Starmer reiterates pledge to build 1.5 million homes. Discussion on Gaza's power shortage after Israel cut off electricity. Highlighting dire situation in Gaza and lack of international response. Interview about BBC's policy on the use of the word terrorist.
Keir Starmer pledges to build 1.5 million new homes in England, emphasizing the need to overcome local opposition and make tough decisions for larger-scale house building.
The podcast highlights the criticism of the UK government's stance on the Israel-Gaza conflict, with concerns about biased media coverage, dehumanization of Palestinians, and the devastating impact on Gaza's population and infrastructure.
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Keir Starmer's promise to build more homes and address local opposition
Keir Starmer, the leader of the Labour Party, pledges to build 1.5 million new homes in England over five years. He emphasizes the importance of overcoming local opposition and taking tough decisions to ensure house building happens on a larger scale. Starmer aims to address the housing crisis and create better places to live, but critics question how his plans will navigate opposition from Labour MPs and maintain a balance between listening to local voices and making top-down planning decisions.
Kia Starmer's stance on Israel-Palestine and criticism of government
Kia Starmer expresses support for Israel's right to defend itself against Hamas, condemning acts of terrorism and calling for the release of hostages. However, critics argue that the UK government is biased and complicit in war crimes committed by Israel, as it provides military and diplomatic support. The podcast discusses the media coverage of the conflict, noting concerns about biased questioning and the dehumanization of Palestinians. British Palestinian Committee Chair, Dr. Amy Shalan, criticizes the international community's lack of action and the UK government's stance, and highlights the devastating impact on Gaza's population and infrastructure.
As the Labour Party Conference draws to a close, Chris joins Adam to discuss his interview with Sir Keir Starmer, in which the Labour leader reiterated his pledge to build 1.5 million homes.
And the chair of the British Palestinian Committee, Dr Aimee Shalan, speaks to Adam about the situation in Gaza after Israel cut off its access to electricity.
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Today's Newscast was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by George Dabby with Sam McLaren and Gemma Roper. The technical producer was Philip Bull. The senior news editors are Jonathan Aspinwall and Sam Bonham.
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