
Ailbhe Rea
Political editor at the New Statesman and political commentator, contributing analysis on Labour politics, internal party dynamics and left‑of‑centre developments.
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Dec 19, 2025 • 36min
The Week: The State of British Politics in 2025
In this discussion, Ailbhe Rea, political editor at the New Statesman, and Tim Shipman, political editor at The Spectator, dive into the tumultuous landscape of British politics. They analyze the shaky leadership of Keir Starmer and the near-defeat of welfare reforms. The rise of insurgent parties like Reform and the Greens is highlighted, with Ailbhe noting how Farage's controversies haven't impacted his momentum. Tim emphasizes the importance of local elections and membership growth, while both offer predictions for the unpredictable year ahead.

Nov 12, 2025 • 35min
Mutiny in the Labour Party
Ailbhe Rea, the new political editor at the New Statesman, dives into the turmoil within the Labour Party. With polling hitting a historic low of 17%, she discusses the brewing leadership crisis, drawing parallels to Boris Johnson’s fall. MPs express growing discontent with Keir Starmer, fueled by policy missteps and internal briefings that spotlight potential challengers like Wes Streeting. Rea explores how these dynamics are reshaping the political landscape, hinting at an impending leadership shuffle.


