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Helping you make sense of politics – every weekday.Anoosh Chakelian, Oli Dugmore and the New Statesman team bring you sharp reporting, clear analysis and thoughtful conversations to help you understand what’s really going on in Westminster and beyond.The New Statesman is Britain’s leading source of news and commentary on politics and culture with a progressive perspective. On Daily Politics, our journalists and expert guests cut through the noise of the headlines to explain the forces shaping our world. From the battles inside the Labour Party to the future of the Conservatives, from the rise of Reform UK to the debates that dominate Parliament, we provide the clarity you need to follow UK politics.--START HERE:▶︎ Kemi Badenoch isn't working | Cover Story with Tom McTague▶︎ Do billionaires really benefit the UK?▶︎ One year of Labour rule: can things still only get better?--LISTEN AD-FREE:📱Download and subscribe in the New Statesman app to enjoy all our episodes without the ads.--MORE FROM THE NEW STATESMAN:❓ Ask a question - we answer them on the podcast every Friday⏰ Get our daily politics newsletter in your inbox every morning✍️ Enjoy the best of our writing via email every Saturday--JOIN US:⭐️ Treat yourself or someone special to big ideas, bold politics and proper journalism from just £2 this Christmas when you subscribe to the New Statesman. Subscribe today at newstatesman.com/xmaspod25--Hosts:Anoosh ChakelianOli DugmoreRegular contributors and co-hosts:Tom McTague, Editor-in-chiefWill Lloyd, Deputy editorAndrew Marr, Political editorGeorge Eaton, Senior editor, politicsHannah Barnes, Associate editorRachel Cunliffe, Associate political editorWill Dunn, Business editorMegan Gibson, Foreign editorKatie Stallard, Global affairs editorTanjil Rashid, Culture editorKate Mossman, Senior writerProduction team:Senior podcast producer: Catharine HughesVideo producer: Rob Le MareAssistant producer: Biba KangExecutive producer: Chris Stone Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jun 21, 2024 • 21min
Rishi Sunak is campaigning through gritted teeth
Rachel Cunliffe and Freddie Hayward discuss recent leadership TV special, with apologies from Davey, Sunak, and Starmer. They analyze leaders' performances, Sunak's strained demeanor, and impact on British politics. Predictions and challenges in politics are also discussed, along with election night strategies and key candidate speculations.
Jun 20, 2024 • 24min
Stop The Bets!
Conservative candidate Laura Saunders' gambling controversy and polls predicting Conservative disaster are discussed by hosts Laura Saunders and Hannah Barnes. The Tory scandal involves Rishi Sunak's team and CCHQ, while polls indicate trouble for the party. Sign up for the New Statesman's newsletter and submit questions for future episodes.
Jun 19, 2024 • 31min
Is there still momentum for Scottish independence?
Chris Deerin, Scotland editor, and Ben Walker, senior data journalist discuss SNP's push for independence in Scotland and John Swinney's campaign pledges. Insights on voter dynamics, potential power shift to Labour, and tactical voting strategies in the upcoming election.
Jun 18, 2024 • 22min
Andrew Marr: Labour must prepare for the turning tide
Political editor Andrew Marr discusses Labour's potential win and challenges with tax and Corbyn. They explore the changing political landscape, Starmer's struggles, and the return of Boris Johnson. The episode analyzes UK election predictions, the dynamics of political figures, and the dilemmas faced by politicians in securing a majority.
Jun 17, 2024 • 32min
How Reform UK found £50billion down the back of the sofa
Rachel Cunliffe, Associate political editor, discusses Reform UK's £50 billion pledge, Nigel Farage and Richard Tice's campaign strategies, challenges with candidate vetting, potential alliances with Conservatives, and Labour Party's stance on social care and council tax reforms.
Jun 14, 2024 • 23min
Why is Jeremy Hunt love bombing affluent voters in Surrey?
Topics include: fulfillment of manifesto promises, potential big-name politicians losing their seats, Jeremy Hunt's campaign in Surrey, boundary redrawing's impact on candidates, Jeremy Corbyn's potential win, and handling media scrutiny during campaigns.
Jun 13, 2024 • 32min
Money Money Money (Keir Starmer's version)
Labour leader Keir Starmer prioritizes wealth creation in the party's manifesto launch. Detailed analysis by expert guests on Labour's tax pledges, including targeting non-doms and private schools. Discussion on potential policy change for large families and a betting scandal impacting the Conservative campaign. Emphasis on addressing women's issues in politics, including unpaid care work and parental leave.
Jun 12, 2024 • 25min
The Conservatives are headed for a "superdefeat"
Hannah Barnes and Ben Walker discuss the potential 'superdefeat' of the Conservatives in the UK general election. They analyze polling data and the impact of the Green manifesto launch. The split of Tory votes and undecided voters' sentiments are also explored, hinting at possible shifts towards Labour or the Greens.
Jun 11, 2024 • 26min
Andrew Marr: Could Tory tax cuts hurt the poorest?
Political editor Andrew Marr joins to discuss the Tories' tax cuts and housing policies. They delve into welfare reform, rise of far right in Europe, and potential impacts on a Labour-led Britain.
Jun 10, 2024 • 31min
Does the Lib Dem manifesto add up?
It's manifesto week! It's week three of the election campaign and parties are set to deliver their manifestos in the coming days. This was kicked off today with the launch of the Lib Dem manifesto. So what have they pledged? Do the numbers add up? And does it really matter if they don't?The team also discuss what's been happening politically over the weekend, including Friday's seven headed debate, the continuation of Sunak's D Day-gate, and Macron's decision to call a snap election.Hannah Barnes, associate editor, is joined by Rachel Cunliffe, associate political editor; Chris Deerin, Scotland editor; and Will Dunn, business editor.Sign up to the New Statesman's daily politics newsletter: Morning Call Submit a question for a future episode: You Ask UsSAVE £££ THIS CHRISTMAS:⭐️ Gift big ideas, bold politics, and proper journalism from just £2LISTEN AD-FREE:📱Download the New Statesman appMORE FROM THE NEW STATESMAN:❓ Ask a question – we answer them every Friday⏰ Get our daily politics newsletter every morning✍️ Enjoy the best of our writing via email every Saturday Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
