Why is the UK Recognising a Palestinian State Now?
Starmer said in July the UK would shift position unless Israel met several conditions.
Today, we look at what Sir Keir Starmer鈥檚 promise to recognise a Palestinian state means. Laura and Paddy are joined by political correspondent Joe Pike to discuss the arguments for and against the move.
And we discuss the Liberal Democrat鈥檚 party conference, and whether Ed Davey鈥檚 stunts are playing well with voters and members.
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