Louise Haigh

Louise Haigh, Labour MP for Sheffield Healy and former Transport Secretary, dives deep into the Labour Party's current turmoil following Angela Rayner's resignation. She discusses the burgeoning tensions as the race for deputy leadership unfolds. The conversation also touches on Keir Starmer’s strategies for overcoming public skepticism and political challenges. Additionally, the podcast scrutinizes the ethical controversies surrounding former Prime Minister Boris Johnson and the impact of austerity policies on Labour’s future and public trust.

Louise Haigh, the Transport Secretary who recently brokered a deal with train drivers, joins political commentator Fraser Nelson and journalist Isabel Hardman to dissect the tumultuous relationship between Labour and the unions. They dive into the surprising strike actions by Aslef just after a deal was struck. The trio explores the historical context of union dynamics and Labour's attempts to navigate these turbulent waters while addressing the challenges unions face in advocating for worker rights. It's a revealing conversation about negotiation, strategy, and politics.

Labour's shadow transport secretary Louise Haigh discusses Labour's plan to renationalise most rail services, addressing funding concerns. Comedian Michael Spicer talks about his new sketch podcast. Topics covered include challenges in railway policies, ticket pricing inefficiencies, political turbulence, and the impact of SMP and Scottish Greens split on politics in Scotland.