Politics At Sam and Anne's

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Sep 9, 2024 • 19min

Rachel Reeves v the rebels

Sky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard are back with their daily guide to the day ahead in politics in under 20 minutes. Today, they explain the fallout ahead of Tuesday's controversial vote on scrapping winter fuel allowance for most pensioners. It's also the TUC Congress in Brighton this week - Jack and Sam explain what to look out for from the union and why the event matters even more this year. You can now send a WhatsApp to Jack and Sam on 07511 867 633 or email them: jackandsam@sky.uk       
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Sep 5, 2024 • 20min

Prepare for Tory skulduggery

Sky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard, two of the best-connected journalists in Westminster, are back with their daily guide to the day ahead in politics in under 20 minutes.  They examine the fallout over Dame Priti Patel's unsuccessful bid to become the next Conservative leader and what it means for the other candidates.Jack and Sam also dive into the government's plans to do something about the sewage in our waterways, with proposals being set out to tackle the problem through legislation.You can now send a WhatsApp message or voicenote to Jack and Sam on 07511 867 633 or email them: jackandsam@sky.uk
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Sep 4, 2024 • 19min

Did politics fail Grenfell?

Did politics fail Grenfell? Sky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard are back with their daily guide to the day ahead in politics in under 20 minutes. As the final report into the Grenfell Tower fire is published, Jack and Sam examine what the political response could be.They also look ahead to what Sir Keir Starmer will face at his first Prime Minister's Questions of the autumn, and they have an update on the Conservative Party leadership contest as one contender is knocked out today.You can now send a WhatsApp to Jack and Sam on 07511 867 633 or email them: jackandsam@sky.uk
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Sep 3, 2024 • 19min

Keir’s big black hole

The podcast dives into the controversial suspension of arms exports to Israel and its political fallout. Listeners get a behind-the-scenes look at the upcoming budget and what to expect in Treasury Questions. The discussion also touches on the Conservative Party leadership contest and Labour's complicated stance on arms exports amid internal discord. Humor intersperses serious topics, including a charming cat named Bob, making politics feel relatable and engaging.
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Sep 2, 2024 • 20min

Keir Starmer's education revolution

Sky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard are back with their daily guide to the day ahead in politics in under 20 minutes.   Today sees parliament return after summer recess so Jack and Sam tell you everything you need to know about the proper beginning of the new Labour government and what to look out for in the coming days.  The Conservative Party leadership contest is also well under way – so they pick apart the many campaign launches happening this week.   Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk      
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Jul 25, 2024 • 22min

Keir Partners with the King

Sky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard are here with their guide to the day ahead in politics.      Today sees Ed Miliband unveil the much-discussed GB Energy, which they say will be in partnership with the Crown Estate. Also, Jack and Sam assess the chances of Tom Tugendhat taking over from Rishi Runak as leader of the opposition now he’s put his name forward, and react to US President Joe Biden’s address from the oval office explaining his decision to quit the 2024 presidential race.   Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk    
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Jul 24, 2024 • 21min

Starmer and The Seven Rebels

Sky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard are here with their guide to the day ahead in politics.      Today sees Keir Starmer’s first PMQs since becoming Prime Minister and it comes after he suspended seven MPs who voted against the government over the two-child benefit cap. Also, James Cleverly announces he’s running to be leader of the Conservatives, and we (probably) learn later today who will become the new Welsh First Minister after Vaughan Gething’s resignation   Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk      
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Jul 23, 2024 • 20min

Tale of two leadership contests

Sky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard are here with their guide to the day ahead in politics.Labour sets out to tackle welfare, setting out their vision to get Britain working by addressing economic inactivity - could this be Sir Keir Starmer's biggest challenge yet? Or perhaps it's the first rebellion already on the cards for the new Prime Minister. Plus, while Kamala Harris has said she has enough delegates to secure the nomination to become the Democratic Party’s nominee for President - the Tories delay announcing their leader until November, meaning a long wait to find out who Rishi Sunak's successor will be. Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk   
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Jul 22, 2024 • 20min

Starmer reacts to Biden quitting

Sky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard are here with their guide to the day ahead in politics.    On the morning after Joe Biden announced he would withdraw from the US presidential race, Jack and Sam talk about all the developments across the pond. And with about a week and a half left of parliament sitting before summer recess, they discuss the prime minister's agenda for the week and look at how the chancellor is dealing with public finances.    Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk     
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Jul 18, 2024 • 22min

Europe comes to Starmer

Sky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard are here with their guide to the day ahead in politics.    On day 13 of Labour’s new government, PM Keir Starmer heads to meet the rest of the European Political Community, hosting over 40 leaders in Oxford, where he will announce plans that Britain will “help lead” EU-wide efforts to combat organised illegal migration.   Plus, in the US, President Biden tests positive for Covid, and the UK Covid-19 Inquiry will publish its first report on findings from the first module on ‘resilience and preparedness’.  Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk         

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