Calum Macdonald, Kirsty Buchanan and Jo Tanner, assess the implications of President Trump's impending tariffs on the UK economy and the global market. They discuss the political strategies surrounding these tariffs, the potential impact on trade relations, and the broader economic consequences. The conversation also transitions to the assisted dying legislation currently progressing through Parliament, highlighting the political dynamics at play.

We also consider, at length, the Assisted Dying Bill. We look at complexities of the assisted dying legislation currently under review in the UK Parliament. Nikki Da Costa, Former Director of legislative affairs at Number 10, discusses the significant changes made to the bill during the committee stage, particularly the removal of key safeguards intended to protect vulnerable populations. The discussion also highlights the challenges surrounding the implementation of the bill, including the readiness of the NHS and the ethical implications of the proposed legislation. As the bill moves forward, the conversation emphasises the importance of addressing concerns about the potential impact on vulnerable individuals and the responsibilities of MPs in the legislative process.

Kit Malthouse, a Conservative MP, backs the assisted dying legislation. They discuss the various amendments made to the bill, the safeguards put in place, and the ongoing debate surrounding the right to choose. Malthouse addresses concerns about the safety of the bill, the role of the NHS versus private provision, and reflects on the personal impact of the legislative process.

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