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Sam Coates

Sky News'' deputy political editor, offering insights into UK politics and the government''s approach to international relations.

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Feb 3, 2025 • 19min

How does Starmer keep Trump’s US and the EU sweet?

Join Sam Coates, Sky News' deputy political editor, and Mark Stone, US correspondent, as they dissect UK politics in the shadow of Donald Trump's unpredictable diplomacy. The discussion unveils how Sir Keir Starmer navigates the twin pressures of US tariffs and EU relations, emphasizing the challenges of forging trade deals post-Brexit. They explore the complexities of aligning with both the US and EU while addressing the implications of China’s rising influence on global politics, raising questions about Starmer's diplomatic strategy.
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Mar 4, 2024 • 20min

Budget: Are tax cuts the vote winner they seem?

Exploring the impact of tax cuts on the upcoming budget and the Conservative election strategy. Analysis on public spending cuts and voter preferences. Insights on party strategies and predictions for budget decisions. Discussions on election timing and post-budget plans.
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May 23, 2024 • 21min

And they're off... what has the first day of the election campaign told us? 

Deputy political editor Sam Coates follows the PM's campaign trail across the UK in 2 days. Chief political correspondent Jon Craig discusses Labour's campaign launch in Kent. Online campaign correspondent Tom Cheshire talks about parties spending big online and its impact on the election.
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May 16, 2024 • 21min

Two and a bit world leaders: Putin, Xi and Starmer

Sky News Daily features discussions about the strategic partnership between Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin and their vision of a new world order. They also dissect Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer's six pledges ahead of his election campaign, including issues like economy, healthcare, security, energy, social matters, and education.
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Apr 25, 2024 • 27min

Would nationalisation get the railways back on track?

Sky News political correspondent Sam Coates and Rail magazine editor Nigel Harris discuss Labour's plan for railway nationalisation and the potential benefits. They also touch on the breakup of the SNP-Green coalition in Scotland and the no-confidence motion against First Minister Humza Yousaf.