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Anoosh Chakelian 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 The Politics Show, 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.

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Episoder(1427)

Starmer attempts business as usual

The spotlight of British politics is shining on Andy Burnham - and his “long coup” is underway.Meanwhile, Keir Starmer himself has to find a way to resume some semblance of government as usual.Anoosh ...

21 Mai 55min

What is Andy Burnham’s “Manchesterism”?

Andy Burnham is running in a by-election in Makerfield, which is likely to be held on 18 June, to return to Parliament as an MP. If he wins, he will be the frontrunner in a contest to replace Keir Sta...

18 Mai 41min

Keir Starmer’s never ending chaos | Will and Anoosh’s weekly round up

Keir Starmer’s never ending cycle of political chaos, Reform’s suspended local councillors and Anoosh’s heckle of Boris Johnson.Will Dunn and Anoosh Chakelian round up the stories of the week.Read: ht...

16 Mai 32min

Streeting resigns, but can he trigger a leadership contest?

Wes Streeting resigned as Health Secretary on Thursday morning, but Ailbhe Rea says Keir Starmer is determined to fight on.After days of speculation – and a 16-minute meeting at Number 10 – Wes Street...

14 Mai 28min

Starmer defiantly clings to power

Over 80 MPs are calling for Keir Starmer’s resignation, reaching the threshold required for a contender to mount a leadership challenge, with ministers - including Jess Philips - resigning from govern...

12 Mai 26min

The weirdest day in Westminster

Keir Starmer has pledged to “prove the doubters wrong” as he tries to head off a leadership challenge after the disastrous local election results last week.Fighting for his political life, the PM anno...

11 Mai 47min

Local election results: the end of Starmer?

Results from the local and devolved are coming in. It has been, as many expected, a disappointing result for the Labour Party.Meanwhile, the insurgent parties, the Green Party to an extent, but especi...

8 Mai 1h 7min

The gutting of the two party system

The UK is gearing up for local and devolved elections on Thursday.As Keir Starmer looks increasingly isolated as Prime Minister, much is being made of a potentially disastrous few days for the Labour ...

6 Mai 27min