Politicking Podcast

In this episode we look at the recent by elections and what they mean in the wider political landscape. We also look at what might be announced in the upcoming King's Speech and Autumn Statement.

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We are recording live from the Labour Party Conference in Liverpool and taking a look at the key announcements from the Labour, Conservative and Lib Dem Party Conferences.

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We are back after a short summer break to bring you the latest from the new term of Parliament. We look at the RAAC issue that is impacting schools, we explore why Birmingham City Council has filed for bankruptcy, and we look at Keir Starmer's recent reshuffle as he prepares to make the final push ahead of next year's General Election.

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In this episode we look at the results from the recent By-Elections in Uxbridge and South Ruislip, Selby and Ainsty, and Somerton and Frome and what they could mean as we approach the next General Election. We also look at Labour's recent Policy Forum and why they are standing firm on their policies, and what the Conservatives new plan for Housing looks like.

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In this episode we explore why inflation has remained high despite the Government and Bank of England predicting otherwise. We also look at the knock on effects this has had on interest rates, mortgages and the cost of living crisis. We also explore what this means for Thames Water who recently announced they are on the brink of collapse. We also explore privitisation vs nationalisation and which system could work best for the country at the minute (spoiler its complicated).

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In this episode we interview Cllr Carl Cashman, Leader of the Liberal Democrats in Liverpool. We explore how he first got into politics, how he has rose to become Leader of the Lib Dems in Liverpool and his tips for anyone looking to get involved in politics. We also discuss his predictions for the next General Election and what the Lib Dems will be campaigning on in the run up to the big day.

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In this episode we look at the fall out from the recent local elections, what it could mean for political parties of all colours, and what we think it could mean for the next General Election. We also look at the new rules for Voter ID and finish on a special message... get out there and vote!

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This week's podcast looks at the SNP situation and what the recent police investigation could mean for them, we also look at the bullying culture inside Westminster as the news of Dominic Raab's resignation filters through, and we take a look at the recent news around conflicts of interest and MPs second jobs and debate how this can potentially impact policy and decision making.

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This week's episode breaks down some of the key announcements from the Chancellor's Budget and looks at what they could mean for you. We also discuss the Illegal Immigration Bill, the BBC debacle, and why the culture wars are set to continue in the run up to the next general election.

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In this episode we look into Matt Hancock's leaked WhatsApp messages from the pandemic, exposing some of the most secret political conversations from that time; we also look at Rishi's Brexit Deal with Northern Ireland and what the fall out could be and what this may mean for some political careers within the conservative party; and we also take a deep dive into Labour's five missions for a better Britain, and the news that Sue Gray has been lined up to become Kier Starmer's Chief of Staff.

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