Despite peace talks taking place, Russia’s assault on Ukraine shows no sign of slowing down. With Boris Johnson jetting to the Gulf in an effort to ease the energy crisis, we discuss the latest from the conflict.

Also, in light of Partygate plans to streamline the prime minister’s team have emerged. Will they work? And we take a look at a new IFG report on how Brexit is affecting agricultural support. Former Sky News editor Adam Boulton is this week’s special guest.

“We’re in a different time, Russia is aggressive in a way that it wasn’t for much of the Cold War.” - Adam Boulton

“The Government have changed their relationship with Russian donors, but Johnson has gone to another dictator looking for oil.” - Cath Haddon

“British foreign policy is all over the place… Brexit means we’re not identifying with a common European effort.” - Adam Boulton

“The Cabinet Office has grown to over 8,000 people as it has taken on the operational aspects of Government.” - Alex Thomas

Presented by Bronwen Maddox with Cath Haddon, Alex Thomas and Jill Rutter. Audio production by Alex Rees. Inside Briefing is a Podmasters Production for the IfG. 

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