Politics Live Episodes Episode guide
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Are GP's fit notes in need of reform?
Does the doctors' fit note system need to be changed?
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Why did Starmer appoint Mandelson as US ambassador?
The documents shedding light on the appointment of Lord Mandelson as ambassador to the US.
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10/03/2026
The big political issues of the day.
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The Economic Impact of the Iran War
How high could the conflict in the Middle East push oil prices?
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UK Reaction to Iran War
Has the UK response to the conflict in Iran been correct?
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The UK-US 鈥榮pecial relationship鈥�
What's next for the transatlantic partnership?
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The Chancellor鈥檚 Spring Statement
The chancellor delivers her Spring Statement as the conflict in the Middle East continues.
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The Iran Conflict Widens
How should the government respond to the Middle East crisis? With Alex Forsyth.
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Importance of Reading Books
Is reading books important for democracy?
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25/02/2026
The big political issues of the day.
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Youth Minimum Wage Rise
The impact of minimum wage rise on young workers.
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Reforming Special Needs Education
Will government plans help SEND pupils in schools in England?
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Does the Government Have a Misogyny Problem?
The culture secretary says briefings by government figures are 'dripping with misogyny'.
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Prime Minister's Questions
Sir Keir Starmer faces MPs at PMQs, after days of pressure over his leadership.
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Keir Starmer's Future
Mandelson raw: what is next for Keir Starmer鈥檚 government?
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More pressure on Starmer
Where next for the prime minister after the resignation of his chief of staff?
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Prime minister under pressure over Mandelson appointment
Keir Starmer under pressure from MPs over Mandelson appointment.
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Prime Minister鈥檚 Questions
Keir Starmer takes Prime Minister鈥檚 Questions. Why did he appoint Peter Mandelson?
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New revelations on Mandelson鈥檚 conduct
New Lord Mandelson revelations raise further questions about prime minister's judgement.
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Is the student loans system fair?
The government鈥檚 plan to freeze repayment thresholds for some borrowers.
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Renewable Energy
Are wind and solar power the answer to Britain's energy needs?
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Starmer in China
Keir Starmer arrives in China 鈥� and David Lammy takes Deputy Prime Minister鈥檚 Questions.
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Leasehold Reform
Is the government doing enough to help leaseholders?
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Burnham's Bid Blocked
Andy Burnham is barred from running as a candidate to become an MP.
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President Trump's Board of Peace
What will the Board of Peace achieve?
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Prime Minister's Questions: 21/01/2026
PMQs, the new Warm Homes Plan, and how should Starmer deal with Trump?
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Trump Criticises 'stupidity' of UK鈥檚 Chagos Islands Deal
Donald Trump has accused the UK of 'stupidity' over its Chagos Islands plans.
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A Trade War With the US?
President Trump鈥檚 threat of tariffs over Greenland.
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Is the water industry broken?
Thousands of homes and businesses in the south east have gone days without running water.聽
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Prime Minister鈥檚 Questions
Digital ID cards, Northern Powerhouse Rail project, and the UK Town of Culture competition
