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The BBC"s daily news podcast, Newscast dives into the day"s big stories so you"re never out of your depth.Newscast picks the brains of BBC News experts so you"re ready if someone picks yours, covering the latest developments in politics in Westminster and beyond.Newscast is hosted by trusted journalists including Adam Fleming, BBC Political Editor Chris Mason, Laura Kuenssberg and Paddy O"Connell. You can now listen to Newscast on a smart speaker. If you want to listen, just say "Ask BBC Sounds

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46:21

Labour Conference: Starmer Calls Reform Plans Racist

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2025/09/28

Today, Keir Starmer has told Laura he thinks Reform’s policy of scrapping indefinite leave to remain is "racist" and "immoral". The policy, which could effectively lead to hundreds of thousands of people who are here legally being deported from the UK, was announced by party leader Nigel Farage last week. Speaking on Laura’s on her BBC One Sunday show, the prime minister was anlso questioned on asylum hotels, the government’s new digital ID proposals, tax, and questions over leadership

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26:21

Labour Conference: Starmer v Reform

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2025/09/27

Today, the prime minister warned that Reform UK “will tear this country apart” ahead of the Labour party conference. Sir Keir Starmer said the conference would be an opportunity to show Labour's alternative to the "toxic divide and decline" offered by Nigel Farage’s party. But he faces mounting pressure, with polls showing Labour trailing Reform UK, alongside speculation that Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham could mount a leadership challenge. Laura and Paddy are joined by former pollster

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31:12

The Week: ID Cards, Burnham and Johnson Takes on Farage

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2025/09/26

Today, Keir Starmer is to announce plans for a digital ID scheme. Number 10 say it would help crack down on illegal working and modernise the state. The previous Labour government's attempt to introduce ID cards was ultimately blocked by the Conservative-Liberal Democrat coalition.Adam, Chris, Vicki and Joe discuss this and Boris Johnson coming out against Nigel Farage and Reform UK. You can now listen to Newscast on a smart speaker. If you want to listen, just say "Ask BBC Sounds to play Newscast”

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39:55

Is Andy Burnham Really Going To Challenge Keir Starmer?

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2025/09/25

Today, Andy Burnham has said he’s ready to support the Prime Minister and the government in forming a “proper plan to beat Reform”. His latest comments follow several interviews over the last few days which have been taken as a sign that he might be interested in challenging Sir Keir Starmer for labour party leadership and Prime Minister. Adam is joined by Henry and Tony Diver, associate political editor at the Telegraph who spoke to Andy Burnham yesterday.Plus, the government says it has yet to

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37:21

Has Trump Changed His Mind On Ukraine?

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2025/09/24

Today, Russia has reacted to comments from Donald Trump claiming that Russia is a “paper tiger”, whose weak economy leaves them exposed to a Ukrainian counter offensive retaking all of their lost territory. It’s a huge shift from the president, but how seriously can we take his words? Catriona Perry and Vitaly Shevchenko join Adam to answer that question, and more.Plus, Faisal Islam is in the studio to tell us about a big news story that’s coming down the track; an OBR forecast on productivity that

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41:09

Davey v Farage

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2025/09/23

Today, Ed Davey has vowed to lead the fight against Nigel Farage in his speech to the Liberal Democrat Conference. Davey argued that the Lib Dems had a "moral responsibility" to challenge Reform and urged his party to embrace patriotism to speak for "Britain's decent silent majority".Adam speaks to Chris from the conference in Bournemouth, and also interviews the Liberal Democrats’ deputy leader Daisy Cooper. Plus, Adam is joined by Jeremy Bowen, the BBC’s international editor, to discuss his new

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39:47

What Has Changed After UK Recognises Palestine?

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2025/09/22

Today, what does recognising a Palestinian state actually mean?More countries are preparing to join the UK, Canada and Australia in recognising Palestine as a state as world leaders meet in New York for the United Nations. Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu has said recognition gives "a huge reward to terrorism" - he also says a Palestinian state "will not happen". Adam is joined by the BBC’s chief presenter in Washington Caitriona Perry and diplomatic correspondent James Landale.Plus, in a press

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33:29

Why is the UK Recognising a Palestinian State Now?

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2025/09/21

Today, we look at what Sir Keir Starmer’s 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’s party conference, and whether Ed Davey’s stunts are playing well with voters and members.You can take part in the Newscast census here - https://bbc.in/newscastcensusYou can now listen to Newscast on a smart speaker. If you want to listen, just say "Ask BBC

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23:17

Russian Warplanes Breach Nato Airspace

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2025/09/20

Today, we look at whether Russia is deliberately testing Nato, after three Russian fighter jets flew into Estonia’s airspace.Ukraine Correspondent James Waterhouse joins Laura and Paddy from Kyiv to discuss the how Europe is responding.Laura and Paddy also discuss an early rift in the leadership of Your Party, the new political party set up by former Labour MPs Jeremy Corbyn and Zarah Sultana.You can take part in the Newscast census here - https://bbc.in/newscastcensusYou can now listen to Newscast

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43:34

Leo Varadkar on Brexit, Boris Johnson & Coming Out

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2025/09/19

Today, Adam sits down with former Irish Taoiseach Leo Varadkar to discuss his time in office, how he became the leader of Ireland and his new book Speaking My Mind. You can take part in the Newscast census here - https://bbc.in/newscastcensusYou can now listen to Newscast on a smart speaker. If you want to listen, just say "Ask BBC Sounds to play Newscast”. It works on most smart speakers. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://bbc.in/newscastdiscordGet in touch with Newscast by

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30:26

Trump's State Visit: The President and Starmer Agree...

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2025/09/18

Today, Donald Trump and Sir Keir Starmer faced questions from the press on everything from Gaza to Lord Mandelson. The press conference at the PM's country residence Chequers, lasted just under an hour. After a difficult few weeks today was seen as the moment of most jeopardy for the Prime Minister, so faced with the press, did the two men avoid flash points? Adam, Chris, Alex and Faisal discuss. You can now listen to Newscast on a smart speaker. If you want to listen, just say "Ask BBC Sounds to

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36:51

Trump’s State Visit: King Charles's Royal Reception

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2025/09/17

Today, King Charles has rolled out the red carpet for President Trump at Windsor Castle on his second state visit to the UK.BBC Senior Royal Correspondent Daniela Relph and Chief North America correspondent Gary O’Donoghue join Adam to explore all the pomp and ceremony and what both nations want to get out of this vist.Plus, the government has announced a new UK-US tech deal which will see major US tech companies invest £31 billion into the UK AI sector. BBC Economics editor Faisal Islam joins Adam

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35:10

Israel Committing Genocide in Gaza Says UN Commission

Newscast ·

2025/09/16

Today, a United Nations commission of inquiry has said that Israel has committed genocide against Palestinians in Gaza. A new report says there are reasonable grounds to conclude that four of the five genocidal acts defined under international law have been carried out since the start of the war with Hamas in 2023. Israel's foreign ministry said it categorically rejected the report, denouncing it as "distorted and false". Adam is joined by John Simpson - BBC World Affairs Editor and Presenter of

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46:42

Are The Conservatives 'Over'?

Newscast ·

2025/09/15

Today, Danny Kruger the Conservative MP and shadow minister has defected to Reform. Speaking at a press conference alongside Nigel Farage, Kruger said “the Conservatives are over” and confirmed he would not be triggering a by-election. In response Kemi Badenoch says she is “not going to get blown off course” - Adam and Chris discuss this, and the Prime Minister’s comments today that he would “never” have appointed Mandelson had he known full Epstein links. Plus, Adam is joined by Panorama presenter

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38:14

Epstein Victim's Family Speaks Out Over Mandelson

Newscast ·

2025/09/14

Today, we hear from the family of Virginia Giuffre, who became the most prominent victim of Jeffrey Epstein.In an interview with Laura, they said that Lord Mandelson should never have been given the position of UK ambassador to the United States.And Business Secretary Peter Kyle told her it was "highly unlikely" Lord Mandelson would have been appointed if the extent of his relationship with Epstein was known to those in government.We unpack the interview, the government response, and what it means

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20:30

The Mandelson-Epstein Emails - Who Knew What, When?

Newscast ·

2025/09/13

Today, we look at how Bloomberg broke the story of Mandelson’s emails to Jeffrey Epstein that got him sacked as US ambassador. And we hear new information about the investigation Keir Starmer carried out into the relationship before appointing him. Laura and Paddy are joined by Alex Campbell who led the Bloomberg team.You can take part in the Newscast census here - http://bit.ly/4mfhIgbYou can now listen to Newscast on a smart speaker. If you want to listen, just say "Ask BBC Sounds to play

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37:38

The Week: When Keir Starmer Sacked Peter Mandelson

Newscast ·

2025/09/12

Today, we look back at a very difficult week for Keir Starmer and the Government. Lord Mandelson’s sacking as UK ambassador to the US comes only days after the Prime Minister reshuffled his cabinet and the resignation of his deputy, Angela Rayner. Starmer sacked Lord Mandelson after new information emerged about his friendship with convicted paedophile Jeffrey Epstein – a week before US President Trump’s visit to the UK. Where does this string of trouble leave the party? And, why is there so

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32:34

Peter Mandelson Sacked Over Epstein Messages

Newscast ·

2025/09/11

Today, Keir Starmer sacked US Ambassador Lord Peter Mandelson following the publication of messages he exchanged with paedophile Jeffrey Epstein. Adam and Chris discuss how the ambassador’s position became untenable, and what this means for questions around Starmer’s leadership plus Trump’s planned state visit next week.And Charlie Kirk, an influential right-wing activist and a close ally of US President Donald Trump, was shot dead while speaking at an event at a university in Utah. But who was

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33:40

Will Mandelson Have To Quit Over Epstein Revelations?

Newscast ·

2025/09/10

Today, politicians across the House of Commons have called for Lord Mandelson to resign as UK ambassador to the US over his connection to Jeffrey Epstein. Lord Mandelson acknowledged that there could be more "embarrassing" exchanges to come from his correspondence with Epstein who he described as his "best pal" in a letter for his 50th birthday. He likened his association with Epstein to "an albatross around my neck", adding he felt "profoundly upset that I was taken in" by a "charismatic criminal

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30:05

Israel Strikes Hamas In Qatar

Newscast ·

2025/09/09

Today, Israel carried out a surprise strike on senior Hamas leaders in Doha, Qatar.Hamas claims the leaders - who were in Doha as part of the delegation negotiating a possible ceasefire deal - survived but said that six others were killed in the strike.The Trump administration was notified about the strikes before they happened by the US military, and Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says it was a “wholly independent Israeli operation”. What does this mean for the ongoing war in Gaza? Adam

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