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In an exclusive interview with The Standard, Jeremy Hunt has vowed that the Tories will “defend the Blue Wall brick by brick” and admitted his Surrey seat is on a “knife edge”.Our Political Editor, Nicholas Cecil, reveals why the Chancellor said he can work with almost anyone but the “problem with Sadiq Khan is he’s always playing politics”.In part two, ES Magazine Editor, Ben Cobb, discussed their new Pride special edited by fashion legend Donatella Versace.For all the latest news head to www.standard.co.uk or pick up a newspaper.Follow us on X or on Threads. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A special investigation from The Standard has uncovered the horrifying reality of misogyny and how it’s impacting women and girls.Teenage girls, aged between 13-15, say they are victims of sexual harassment every day - online, in the street, and even in the classroom. David Cohen, our investigations Editor and Campaigns Editor, went into some London schools to find out what exactly is happening, and how we can make our women and girls feel safe.For all the latest news head to www.standard.co.uk or pick up a newspaper.Follow us on X or on Threads. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In an exclusive interview for The Standard, Sir Keir Starmer has vowed to end the “bashing of London”, and instead get more homes “built at speed” if he becomes Prime Minister. Our Political Editor, Nicholas Cecil, the man who sat down with the hopeful PM in waiting, discusses what the Labour leader’s plans are for the country and for the capital. In part two, The Standard’s Courts Correspondent, Tristan Kirk, reveals the latest update from the Wagatha Christie saga.For all the latest news head to www.standard.co.uk or pick up a newspaper. Follow us on X or on Threads. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With the Top 4 of the Premiership now decided, Lawrence Dallaglio, Steve Cording and Evening Standard rugby correspondent, Nick Purewal, review the weekend’s performances and discuss the semi-final line up, assessing the key strengths of each team. To hear the full episode just search The Evening Standard Rugby Podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our Health Reporter Daniel Keane explains why GP numbers are dropping in the capital, and how the three main political parties are planning to fix the issues plaguing GP surgeries. Plus our acting Culture Editor Nick Clark chats with Sotheby’s Deputy Chairman Andre Zlattinger about their major new art exhibition, London: An Artistic Crossroads.Follow us on X or on Threads. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From our politics team, Rachael Burford and Jitendra Joshi discuss the Conservatives' chances in London ahead of the July 4th general election. Plus, Londoners Diary editor Ethan Croft reveals the behind-the-scenes drama at Westminster, during Rishi Sunak's announcement on Wednesday. Follow us on X or on Threads. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As Rishi Sunak celebrates the latest drop in inflation, our political editor Nicholas Cecil explains why it’s not the news the City was hoping for, and why it’ll be a while before we see the impact of this latest drop. Plus, our homes and property deputy editor India Block reviews the new Netflix reality show Buying London.Follow us on X or on Threads. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nine in ten pensions get worse returns than a tracker fund - but why? Financial journalist Michael Hunter explains how a drop in pension funds investing in UK stocks could be impacting how so many are underperforming. Plus, film critic Jo-Ann Titmarsh discusses her review of the drama based on Donald Trump’s life called The Apprentice. Follow us on X or on Threads. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our health reporter Daniel Keane reveals the devastating revelations from the final infected blood inquiry report, and explains why the findings are so damning. Plus, the Standard’s Ethan Croft reveals Sir Keir Starmer’s favourite London pubs.  Follow us on X or on Threads. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It is the impossible dream - cut-price commuter tickets to help ease the crushing financial burden of daily travel into the capital.So, why are long-suffering London rail travellers always bearing the brunt of expensive fares, when there are deals to be had on other lines out of London?It comes as a low-cost train operator has announced plans for a new no-frills service linking London and Manchester.But, it’s not due to start until 2027.Mark Blunden hears how it’s been a significant week for rail infrastructure from our transport editor, Ross Lydall.Plus, in part two Rachelle Abbott speaks with ES commissioning editor El Hunt about her five-star review of the much anticipated third album from Billie Eilish, titled Hit Me Hard And Soft.El discusses the record’s themes, its best tracks, rumours about Eilish’s next album and if now is a competitive time for an album release. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.