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Our weekly podcast from PoliticsHome discussing all the ups and downs in Westminster. Please subscribe and share - and keep up with all the latest news on PoliticsHome.com. Got a question for the team? news@politicshome.com.

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There is only really one story in town this week, and despite the relative calm that has descended over Westminster since Monday’s explosive call for Keir Starmer to resign from key ally Anas Sarwar, that is merely a facade.

Like the duck swimming s... more

This week we’re delving into the world of student finance, after a long-simmering row over the loan system for how graduates pay back the cost of their tuition exploded into the mainstream, with accusations successive governments had presided over a ... more

This week, deep breath, we’re delving back into the Brexit years, after a new book about the failed campaign for a second EU referendum is published this week.

It tells the story of a rag-tag bunch of Remainers, Europhiles and progressives coming to... more

After the PM’s chief secretary Darren Jones set out plans to ‘move fast and fix things’, we’re asking, is it too late for this government to try and rewire the state ahead of the next election?

And how does wholesale transformation of public servic... more

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Recent Guests

Kate Ogden
Senior Research Economist at the Institute of Fiscal Studies
Institute of Fiscal Studies
Episode: Solving the student loan 'scam'
Dani Payne
Head of Education and Social Policy at the Social Market Foundation
Social Market Foundation
Episode: Solving the student loan 'scam'
Sienna Rogers
Deputy Editor of The House magazine
The House magazine
Episode: Solving the student loan 'scam'
Morgan Jones
Author of 'No Second Chances: The Inside Story of the Campaign for a Second EU Referendum'
Episode: The second referendum campaign revisited
Andrew Lewin
Labour MP and founder of the Remain Labour Group
Labour Party
Episode: The second referendum campaign revisited
Anand Menon
Professor of European Politics at King's College London, Director of the UK in a Changing Europe Think Tank
King's College London
Episode: The second referendum campaign revisited
Hannah Keenan
Associate Director at the Institute for Government and Lead Author of the Whitehall Monitor 2026 report
Institute for Government
Episode: Too late to re-wire the state?
Alexander Iosad
Director of Government Innovation at the Tony Blair Institute
Tony Blair Institute
Episode: Too late to re-wire the state?
Luke Sullivan
Director at Headland Consultancy and former political director for Keir Starmer
Headland Consultancy
Episode: Too late to re-wire the state?

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Alain Tolhurst
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Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 125 ratings
  • Audio terrible

    What on earth is that banging noise the whole way through!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    grizzsmada
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Stands out

    There’s such a glut of political podcasts but this one is well worth a listen! Very Interesting discussions and wide ranging choice of guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SocksyG
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Just silly

    This really isn’t very good at all. There are simply too many podcasts, and most I’ve tried aren’t worth subscribing to. I won’t visit this one again. And Sarah Vine: really? A case of ego outstripping ability by quite some distance. She must have a fiercely tenacious agent.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Michael Coxon
    United Kingdom8 months ago
  • Speedy speedy ?

    Why oh why must the host speak do ridiculously fast ?

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Edhkyb
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Brilliantly informed podcast

    PH always has a great range of interesting guests, and provides an entertaining and informative rundown on the political news agenda. Will be listening every Thursday!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Zoe Crowther
    United Kingdom4 years ago

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The second referendum campaign revisited
Q: What influenced Keir Starmer's position on Brexit?
Keir Starmer is considered pro-European and influenced by his experience as shadow Brexit secretary during the campaign for a second referendum.
The second referendum campaign revisited
Q: What are your kind of memories of that time?
Andrew recalls being a foot soldier in the Remain campaign and setting up Remain Labour to push for a second referendum.
The second referendum campaign revisited
Q: What in the first place made you decide to write this book?
Morgan was compelled to explore the anti-Brexit movement due to its significance in recent political memory and the breadth of involvement in the campaign.
What does 2026 have in store? Predicting this year's big political storylines
Q: How much focus will there be on foreign affairs given domestic pressures?
There will be significant focus on foreign affairs, especially regarding Ukraine and defense spending, but Starmer will need to balance this with domestic issues.
What does 2026 have in store? Predicting this year's big political storylines
Q: How important are the May elections to Kemi Badenoch's future as Tory leader?
The May elections are seen as pivotal, with Kemi Badenoch in a better position than previously perceived, demonstrating growth and potential within the Conservative Party.

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This podcast provides an insightful overview of the latest happenings in Westminster, focusing on UK politics and current events. Each episode features discussions about significant political developments, electoral strategies, and analyses related to various political parties, including Labour, the Conservative Party, and emerging political movements such as Reform UK. The engaging discussions often include expert guests who offer informed perspectives on critical issues such as council tax reform, government budgeting, and the roles of key political figures. The podcast stands out for its blend of political analysis with interactive segments, like quizzes, which adds a unique and entertaining element to the exploration of political topics... more

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