Why have the RMT cancelled the strikes?
Today the planned rail strikes have been cancelled at the 11th hour. Is this an indication that a deal may be soon reached to end the months of disruption? Also on the podcast, after it was announced ...
4 Nov 202214min
Are we heading for a recession?
Alongside an interest rate hike of 3 per cent, the Bank of England have today warned the economy will 'be in recession for a long period'. How much of the blame can we place on Truss's economic policy...
3 Nov 202211min
Why is Rishi now going to Cop?
Rishi Sunak has said that he will now attend the Cop 27 summit in Sharm el-Sheikh, which begins on Sunday. What's behind the U-turn, and should we expect more policy reversals from the new PM? Katy Ba...
2 Nov 202212min
What is Matt Hancock up to?
Matt Hancock has signed up to be a contestant on I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! What's behind the former health secretary's move into reality television? Robert Jenrick, the immigration minist...
1 Nov 202217min
How much trouble is Suella in?
Suella Braverman is under attack for sharing confidential documents with other members of parliament, and has admitted to sending official documents to her personal email on six occasions. Could she b...
31 Okt 202214min
Isabel Hardman's Sunday Roundup - 30/10/22
Isabel Hardman hosts the highlights from Sunday's political shows, with Michael Gove, Yvette Cooper, Jeffrey Donaldson and Caroline Lucas. Become a Spectator subscriber today to access this podcast wi...
30 Okt 202211min
How will Starmer attack Sunak?
A poll in the i on Friday showed that Rishi Sunak is more trusted with the economy than Keir Starmer. How will Labour break down that support? Max Jeffery speaks to Katy Balls and James Forsyth.Become...
29 Okt 202210min
Will Rishi take the difficult decisions?
Reports today suggest the government is planning to pledge £50 billion to close the fiscal black hole. Are they laying the groundwork for a combination of spending cuts and tax rises?Also on the podca...
28 Okt 202211min
