For the Liberal Democrats, conference is one of their best chances to make the news. Their Deputy Leader Daisy Cooper joins to discuss how many seats the party is targeting at the next election, how it will deliver on housebuilding and whether it will make the pro-European case. The Lib Dems are not the only ones trying to influence the press. We discuss the buyers lining up to bid for the Telegraph newspaper. Industry Minister Nus Ghani talks to Bloomberg's Ellen Milligan from Seattle where she's signing a trade deal with Washington state. Plus, the CBI's Chief Economist, Louise Hellem on the Autumn Statement. Hosted by Caroline Hepker and Yuan Potts.  

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The former chairman of HS2, Allan Cook, tells us the government wavering over completing major infrastructure projects sends the wrong signal and damages Britain's reputation. Plus: our reporter Ellen Milligan joins us from the Liberal Democrats' conference in Bournemouth, to discuss the party's election ambitions, and its relationship with Labour. Hosted by Stephen Carroll and Caroline Hepker. 

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It's been a year since the 'mini-budget' under Liz Truss and Kwasi Kwarteng, which led to a crisis in bond markets and the demise of her premiership. We speak to Mark Littlewood of the Institute of Economic Affairs, one of the people who helped inspire Trussonomics, and get analysis from Bloomberg's David Merritt and Marcus Ashworth. Plus: Bloomberg's interview with the Chancellor Jeremy Hunt on inviting China to the government's AI summit. Also in the show, our senior reporter Alex Wickham briefs us on what this week's green policy move tells us about the Conservative election strategy. Hosted by Stephen Carroll and Caroline Hepker. 

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As details of Rishi Sunak's rollback of green-energy policies emerges, we speak to Stonehaven's Adam Bell. The former head of energy strategy in government's business department says the plan will signal the UK is 'unserious' about its net zero commitments and cannot be banked on. Plus, the response of car manufacturers with Mike Hawes CEO of the SMMT. And Lizzy Burden joins to discuss some rare good news for the government. Hosted by Caroline Hepker and Yuan Potts. 

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The Financial Conduct Authority has found no evidence of banks dropping customers for their political views. Our finance reporter Will Shaw brings us the details, and reaction from Nigel Farage. Plus: securing closer trading ties with the EU may be harder than Keir Starmer thinks, according to a new report by think tank, The UK in a Changing Europe. We speak to its researcher Jannike Wachowiak. We also look ahead to tomorrow’s inflation data – a potential turn for the worse. Hosted by Stephen Carroll and Lizzy Burden.

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Labour's efforts to charm business appear to be working, according to a new Bloomberg survey of financial professionals. We discuss Keir Starmer's latest comments on tax and relations with the EU. Our UK Political Editor Kitty Donaldson joins us fresh from attending a Q&A with former PM Liz Truss on her time in office. Plus: with London Fashion Week underway, Helen Brocklebank of luxury industry body Walpole tells us why they want action from the government on tax-free shopping. Hosted by Lizzy Burden, Yuan Potts and Stephen Carroll. 

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Rishi Sunak and Jeremy Hunt are considering scaling back the HS2 rail project as they prepare the Autumn Statement. Henri Murison, CEO of the Northern Powerhouse Partnership, says businesses in the North of England are much more interested in Labour's position on the issue. Our senior reporter Alex Wickham discusses Rishi Sunak's hopes of rebooting his premiership, and Alex Kendall, CEO of the driverless tech startup Wayve tells us the government needs to move faster on regulation or risk losing their business. Hosted by Stephen Carroll, Lizzy Burden and Caroline Hepker. 

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 It’s been more than four years since Theresa May stepped down as Prime Minister, after a premiership dominated by Brexit and massive political turmoil. She’s been reflecting on her time in office with Bloomberg’s Francine Lacqua. She gives her view on the UK’s relationship with China, and why she’s worried about the future of politics. We bring you the full interview - plus analysis from Francine of the key moments from the conversation. Hosted by Stephen Carroll. 

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We speak to two government ministers about how they're trying to boost the economy. After the latest growth figures were worse than expected, Exchequer Secretary to the Treasury, Gareth Davies tells us why he thinks the UK will avoid a recession. Meanwhile, will a push to 'Buy British' really help farmers? We ask the Food, Farming and Fisheries Minister, Mark Spencer. Hosted by Caroline Hepker and Yuan Potts.

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