As buzz about a coalition government continues, Kirsty analyses the local election results and whether we're getting ahead of ourselves in conversations about what the next govermment may look like. Plus, as Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer refuses to answer whether he'd enter a coalition agreement with the Lib Dems - while ruling out a coalition with the SNP - we're joined by Special Guest (SpGu) Polly Mackenzie, who was Chief Policy Adviser for the Lib Dems when the coalition government was being formed in 2010. She tells us about the sleepless nights, the noble ambition, and the difficulties of getting coalition off the ground. Email your thoughts to [email protected].

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