Coffee House Shots

By: The Spectator
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  • Instant political analysis from the Spectator's top team of writers, including Katy Balls, Isabel Hardman, James Heale, Cindy Yu and many others.
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  • The problem with Labour's 'sticking plaster politics'

    The problem with Labour's 'sticking plaster politics'
    Oct 29 2024
    Wes Streeting has been out on the airwaves this morning and we got a better idea of what will be in the Budget when it comes to the NHS. In an attempt to resuscitate a 'broken but not beaten' NHS, he has announced a cash injection reported to be up to £7bn – including £1.57bn for new surgical hubs, scanner and radiotherapy machines. The health secretary did stress however that this will not be enough to save the NHS from a winter crisis. How far will this money go?

    Oscar Edmondson speaks to James Hale and Isabel Hardman.

    Produced by Oscar Edmondson.
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    14 mins
  • Budget week: Labour braced for backlash

    Budget week: Labour braced for backlash
    Oct 28 2024
    It's Budget week (finally)! How this week goes will set the tone for Labour’s first year in office. It’s fair to say that expectations are relatively low – with the Prime Minister himself warning of ‘painful decisions’ ahead. We know a lot of what will likely be included and Treasury sources are keen to play down talk of any Budget rabbits – suggesting a mix of the measures currently being discussed in the media. So what should we expect? And can Labour ride out the week unscathed?

    Also on the podcast, Labour have suspended the whip for Mike Amesbury, MP for Runcorn and Helsby, after he appeared to threaten a man who has been knocked onto the road in Frodsham, Cheshire. Labour look like they will be facing their first by-election. Could Reform make an unlikely gain in this Labour safe seat?

    James Heale speaks to Katy Balls and Kate Andrews.

    Produced by Oscar Edmondson.
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    13 mins
  • Should Britain pay reparations to Commonwealth countries?

    Should Britain pay reparations to Commonwealth countries?
    Oct 26 2024
    This week, Keir Starmer has been in Samoa for a summit with delegations of the 56 nations which make up the Commonwealth. Between having to answer questions on Donald Trump and the budget, he has also been pressed on the issue of slavery reparations, with the leaders of some Caribbean countries insisting it is ‘only a matter of time’ until Britain bows to demands of handing over billions of pounds in compensation.

    Speaking today, Starmer addressed the issue. He said, ‘I understand the strength of feeling’ but insisted that he would be ‘looking forward, not back’. So what are the arguments for and against reparations? And why is this debate relevant now, in 2024?

    James Heale speaks to historian Robert Tombs.

    Produced by Oscar Edmondson.
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    16 mins

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a perfect dose of politics

Inntelligent and informed conversation about the days events. The Spectator team is always worth listening to. Highly recommended.

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