Holyrood Sources

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Holyrood Sources episodes

December 07, 2023 Alistair Darling, Education & Budget
In this conversation, the hosts discuss various topics including the legacy of Alistair Darling, education standards in Scotland, and an emergency cabinet meeting to address a budget black hole. The hosts reflect on Alistair Darling's political achievements and the consensus of sympathy and affection for him. They express concern over the decline in education standards in Scotland and the need for a serious plan of action. The emergency cabinet meeting is seen as a significant event, with speculation about the issues to be discussed and the potential impact on the SNP's political fortunes. The conversation discusses the upcoming budget year and the challenges faced by the current Scottish government. It highlights the lack of experience in losing for many government officials and the difficulties they now face. The conversation also explores the issue of trying to please everyone and the impact it has on budget decisions. Additionally, it touches on the lack of a clear government identity and how it may be affecting budget discussions.

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39 min
November 29, 2023 Your questions...answered.
Calum, Geoff and Andy answer and discuss your questions on the Lib Dems, Humza Yousaf, the SNP and whether politicians really tackle the issues which are important to you.
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51 min
November 22, 2023 The "Toughest Two Weeks"...with Ian Murray
Labour MP - and Shadow Secretary of State for Scotland - Ian Murray, joins the podcast to discuss the toughest two weeks he's experienced in politics.
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52 min
November 15, 2023 iPad-gate, Lord Cameron and Ceasefire
Calum, Andy and Geoff take a tour through the political stories of the week - £11,000 on Michael Matheson's iPad data roaming; Rishi Sunak's reshuffle and Geoff's memories of David Cameron, the politics of a ceasefire in the Gaza conflict.
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35 min
November 08, 2023 The Same, but Different... with Ash Regan
Ash Regan, who recently switched from the SNP to Alba party at Holyrood, joins Calum, Geoff and Andy to discuss independence strategy and what her priorities are with her new party.
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43 min
November 01, 2023 Open for Business... with Alex Cole-Hamilton
Calum, Geoff and Andy speak to Alex Cole-Hamilton - the leader of the Scottish Liberal Democrats - about deleted WhatsApps, Israel-Hamas, and the Lib Dems' election chances.

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1 hr 5 min
October 31, 2023 Holyrood Sources So Far
Welcome to Holyrood Sources. Calum Macdonald, Geoff Aberdein and Andy Maciver discuss the issues of the moment, with politicians past and present, and others - to analyse where we stand.
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6 min
October 25, 2023 Partnership and Devolution... with Jackie Baillie
The Deputy Leader of Scottish Labour joins Calum, Geoff and Andy to discuss their electoral strategy after success in Rutherglen and Hamilton West. Jackie Baillie says the SNP has reached an electoral "tipping point." Also up for discussion - Labour's response to the conflict in the Middle East; health and the NHS, and Jackie becoming a Dame.
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1 hr 1 min
October 18, 2023 SNP Conference: Humza Yousaf's Speech
Calum, Geoff and Andy debrief on Humza Yousaf's speech as leader at SNP Conference. We discuss what the implications are of the council tax freeze, plus NHS spending and other announcements. Plus, why did Nicola Sturgeon show up?
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52 min
October 16, 2023 SNP Conference: The Pub
Calum, Geoff and Andy discuss the independence resolution that has been supported by delegates at SNP conference. This is a special episode recorded at No 10 - no, no...it's a pub in Aberdeen where Geoff's company - True North - have put on a drinks night, sponsored by Drax. Hear from guests from the energy sector, plus SNP MP Stephen Flynn, and journalists including Lucy Dunn and John Boothman.
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1 hr 4 min

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The Holyrood Sources podcast analyses Scottish politics through the experiences of those who have lived and breathed it as Special Advisers to the Scottish Government, SNP and opposition parties.…