Inside Whitehall

By Inside Whitehall

Inside Whitehall seeks to demystify Westminster. Discussing the latest events, personalities and big issues in UK politics today.

Hosted by former government Special Advisor, James Starkie and former... more

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How many episodes does Inside Whitehall have?

The podcast currently has 14 episodes available.

Inside Whitehall episodes:

February 28, 2026 Inside the Gorton and Denton by-election
James and Jonathan discuss the fallout from the Gorton and Denton by-election, which was nothing short of a political earthquake.
Is this the end of the two party system? What does the result tell us about tactical voting? And how long can Prime Minister Starmer last now?
The duo dissect a massive week in politics.

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jamesstarkie.substack.com
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58min
February 28, 2026 Inside the Gorton and Denton by-election
James and Jonathan discuss the fallout from the Gorton and Denton by-election, which was nothing short of a political earthquake. Is this the end of the two party system? What does the result tell us about tactical voting? And how long can Prime Minister Starmer last now?

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jamesstarkie.substack.com
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58min
February 20, 2026 Inside Reform's Shadow Cabinet
James and Jonathan discuss Reform’s newly announced Shadow Cabinet, looking at what this means for Reform as a party and why it’s being presented now. Who are the winners and losers, does this mean Reform is no longer a one man band and an announcement you may have missed!

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jamesstarkie.substack.com
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51min
February 19, 2026 Inside Reform's Shadow Cabinet
James and Jonathan discuss Reform’s newly announced Shadow Cabinet, looking at what this means for Reform as a party and why it’s being presented now. Who are the winners and losers, does this mean Reform is no longer a one man band and an announcement you may have missed!

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jamesstarkie.substack.com
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51min
February 09, 2026 McSweeney resigns and what it's like inside No10 during a crisis
With Morgan McSweeney’s resignation, James and Jonathan look at what comes next for the Prime Minister, who might replace McSweeney and if this is the beginning of the end for Starmer.
Jonathan also discusses what it was like during times of crisis when he, as an MP, attended meeting’s at No10 including discussions with then Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak.

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jamesstarkie.substack.com
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52min
February 08, 2026 McSweeney resigns and what it's like inside No10 during a crisis
With Morgan McSweeney’s resignation, James and Jonathan look at what comes next for the Prime Minister, who might replace McSweeney and if this is the beginning of the end for Starmer.
Jonathan also discusses what it was like during times of crisis when he, as an MP, attended meeting’s at No10 including discussions with then Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak.

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jamesstarkie.substack.com
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52min
February 05, 2026 The Peter Mandelson Files
How will the Mandelson scandal impact Starmer’s future?
Jonathan reports back from a visit to the Gorton and Denton by-election after a day spent canvasing with Reform.

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jamesstarkie.substack.com
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1h 4min
February 04, 2026 What does the MANDELSON affair mean for Starmer?
How will the Mandelson scandal impact Starmer's future?
Jonathan reports back from a visit to the Gorton and Denton by-election after a day canvassing with Reform.

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jamesstarkie.substack.com
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1h 4min
January 28, 2026 Suella Braverman defection to Reform and who will win the Gorton by-election
James and Jonathan discuss the Prime Minister’s decision to block Andy Burnham from running in the upcoming by-election plus the duo cover the defection of Suella Braverman to Reform.

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jamesstarkie.substack.com
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54min
January 28, 2026 Suella defection and who will win in the Gorton by-election
James and Jonathan discuss the Prime Minister’s decision to block Andy Burnham from running in the upcoming by-election plus the duo cover the defection of Suella Braverman to Reform.

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jamesstarkie.substack.com
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54min

FAQs about Inside Whitehall:

How many episodes does Inside Whitehall have?

The podcast currently has 14 episodes available.