Politics Weekly UK

Hannah Al-Othman, a Guardian correspondent on the Southport riots, discusses how misinformation ignited chaos after a tragic knife attack, resulting in violent confrontations involving far-right groups. Political editor Pippa Crerar reveals allegations against Kemi Badenoch, a frontrunner in the Conservative leadership race, who faces bullying claims. The conversation dives into the implications of political rhetoric on community tensions, welfare reforms proposed by Labour, and the complexities of Conservative party dynamics in a turbulent landscape.

Columnist Gaby Hinsliff discusses Keir Starmer suspending 7 MPs over the two-child benefit cap, Labour's financial position, and the Tory leadership race with insights from Gavin Barwell. They delve into the challenges of political governance, Tory leadership race dynamics, voter strategies, and coalition building.

The podcast discusses Joe Biden's withdrawal from the US presidential race, Keir Starmer's success as a leader, the challenges facing the government, and the Conservative Party's leadership succession plan

Join John Harris along with political editor Pippa Crerar and political correspondent Kiran Stacey as they discuss Labour's ambitious plans highlighted in the King's Speech. Delve into topics such as re-nationalization of railways, housing reforms, global tensions, and the Labour party's response. Explore the challenges ahead and the importance of transparency in decision-making.

Pippa Crerar and Kiran Stacey discuss the Trump assassination attempt and its impact on UK politics. They also preview the king’s speech. Topics include US election implications, England vs. Spain football match banter, UK-EU post-Brexit negotiations, and analysis of the upcoming King's speech legislative agenda.

The Guardian’s Pippa Crerar and Kiran Stacey are on two sides of the Atlantic this week. They discuss Keir Starmer’s first foreign trip, and whether the Conservatives can find the soul of their party. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod

The Guardian’s Pippa Crerar and Kiran Stacey look ahead to the first week of the new Labour government. Plus, Pippa is going to be in Washington with Keir Starmer on his first foreign trip as prime minister. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod

Labour's landslide victory and potential new era for the country are discussed by The Guardian's John Harris, political editor Pippa Crerar, and correspondent Kiran Stacey. They delve into the emotional impact, voter sentiments, leadership contenders, and potential foreign policy focuses of the new government.

Labour candidate Anna Turley discusses Redcar's post-industrial decline, impact of steelworks closures, and challenges like child poverty. The podcast explores local residents' political opinions, shifts from Labour to Conservative, and hopes for the region's revitalization.

Political commentators Pippa Crerar and Kiran Stacey discuss the final week of UK election campaigning, covering topics such as Labour Party strategy, newspaper endorsements, Tory party disunity, public disillusionment, and the rise of smaller parties like 'reform'.