
James Walcock
UK politics reporter for Bloomberg, providing insights on Reform UK's growing influence.
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Aug 29, 2025 • 20min
No Putin-Zelenskiy Meeting, Waller Sees Sept Cut, Reform Lures Lobbyists
James Walcock, a UK politics reporter for Bloomberg, discusses the unlikely prospect of a meeting between Presidents Zelenskiy and Putin amidst ongoing tensions in Ukraine. He also highlights Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller's call for interest rate cuts and the implications for the market. Interestingly, lobbyists are flocking to Reform UK's upcoming conference, signaling its growing status as a political force under Nigel Farage, which could shake up the established political landscape in the UK.

Mar 26, 2025 • 20min
Major UK Spending Cuts, Black Sea Truce & UBS Vs Swiss Regulator
James Walcock, Bloomberg's UK politics reporter, discusses Chancellor Rachel Reeves' controversial billion-pound spending cuts as she faces backlash from her party. Laura Noonan, Bloomberg's senior finance reporter, dives into the growing tension between UBS and Switzerland's financial regulator over stricter capital requirements post-Credit Suisse acquisition. The podcast also touches on the fragile ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine in the Black Sea, highlighting the complexities of global economic and political landscapes.