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Inside Whitehall

James Starkie and Jonathan Gullis MP

Inside Whitehall demystifies many of the aspects we hear and read about in politics coverage every day. What really happens inside a Cabinet meeting? How is legislation made? What are Special Advisors? Hosted by former Special Advisor James Starkie, and current MP Jonathan Gullis, Inside Whitehall interviews people across the political divide and beyond to provide a unique perspective on modern British Politics. Follow and comment on Twitter @WhitehallPodUK

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54:03

Inside the world of political polling, with YouGov's...

Inside Whitehall ·

2024/01/22

In this episode we look into the world of political polling with Anthony Wells. Anthony is one of the leading political pollsters in the country, having work at YouGov, the countries best known polling company, for two decades. He has covered general elections, referendums as well as a range social and political issues. In this episode we look at the methodological changes that have taken place to keep track with changing political attitudes, the data science behind MRP polling and what to look out

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54:19

Inside the running of a political party, with Sir...

Inside Whitehall ·

2024/01/15

In this episode we look at political parties, and specifically how they’re run. Behind the leader, and elections there is a whole organisation dedicated to its members, supporting the party leader, raising money and ultimately - fighting and winning elections.There is no one better for that than our guest for this episode - Sir Brandon Lewis MP. Brandon is one of the most respected people in Westminster, having been in government across a range of portfolios and know as one of the most competent

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54:43

One Nation Conservatives, inside one of Parlaiment's...

Inside Whitehall ·

2024/01/08

The One Nation Conservative group has played a leading role in many of the major political debates in recent years. From Brexit, to leadership elections and more recently issues around the ECHR and immigration the One Nation group have played a major part in shaping Conservative Party policy. Inside Whitehall is joined by leading member of the group, Matt Warman MP, to discuss the history of the group, its current make up and aims and what the future may hold as we head into an election year

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49:00

The New Conservatives, inside Parliament's newest group

Inside Whitehall ·

2023/12/18

Parliamentary group's are not new but have risen in prominence in recent years. Most notably perhaps with the European Research Group [ERG] during the Brexit battles in Parliament during Theresa May's time as Prime Minister. The latest such group is the New Conservatives, set up by MPs Danny Kruger and Miriam Cates, comprising Conservative MPs who joined Parliament during the 2017 and 2019 elections, including the pod's own Jonathan Gullis. In this episode, Danny and Miriam talk to Jonathan and

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42:02

Playbook, an inside guide to the Whitehall bible

Inside Whitehall ·

2023/12/11

James and Jonathan talk to Eleni Courea, Deputy Editor of Politico's Playbook. Playbook is the daily email that act's as the parish newsletter for Westminster, covering the day's events and news and is read keenly by Westminster watcher's and those inside Whitehall itself. Eleni tells Inside Whitehall how Playbook is put together and the tricks of the trade. Follow and comment on Twitter: @WhitehallPodUK

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50:26

Explaining Whitehall, the broadcast lobby

Inside Whitehall ·

2023/12/04

We all consume political news and the most common way is via TV news channels such as Sky News. With rolling 24hour news, much of it clipped for social media, people like Sam Coates of Sky are, to many, the face of politics in the UK. In this episode, Sam takes Jonathan and James inside the broadcast lobby describing how it really works behind the scenes. With two decades of experience covering politics he brings us tales of scoops, interviewing PM's and how the news is really made. Follow and

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01:00:42

To leave or not to leave, the UK and the ECHR

Inside Whitehall ·

2023/11/27

The gang are joined by Sir Robert Buckland KC to talk about the UK's membership of the European Convention on Human Rights [ECHR]. There has been a renewed focus on the UK's membership of the ECHR amid claims it prevents Parliament from dealing with the small boats issue. Would leaving make it easier? How has the UK Government dealt with issues with the ECHR before? And what should Rishi Sunak now do to ensure the Rwanda policy is delivered? Find out with Sir Robert as Inside Whitehall helps you

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00:43

Welcome back! Inside Whitehall is back...

Inside Whitehall ·

2023/11/02

Welcome back to Series 2 of Inside Whitehall! Thank you all for your support and comments over the past few weeks. Inside Whitehall talks to the people who matter about how Government and Whitehall really works, hosted by former government Special Advisor James Starkie and former Minister Jonathan Gullis MP. Join our hosts as they lift the lid on the inner workings of Whitehall, with the help of a host of special guests. Follow us on Twitter@WhitehallPodUK

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38:26

The art of political book writing: Part 2

Inside Whitehall ·

2023/06/14

In this finale episode of season 1, James and Jonathan review the discussion with Tim Shipman on political book writing and look back on this season's topics and guests.Follow and comment on Twitter: @WhitehallPodUK

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45:20

The art of political book writing Part 1: Tim Shipman

Inside Whitehall ·

2023/06/12

James and Jonathan talk to Tim Shipman, author of ‘All out war’ and ‘Fall out’, two of the top political books of the past decade, about the art of writing a political book. Tim shares his motivation and experience for writing, as well as a sneak preview of his forthcoming book to complete the trilogy.Follow and comment on Twitter: @WhitehallPodUK

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32:27

What is a Parliamentary Private Secretary?: Part 2

Inside Whitehall ·

2023/06/07

James and Jonathan dissect the discussion on Parliamentary Private Secretaries with Mark Fletcher, current PPS to Jeremy Hunt, and Alex Davies-Jones from Monday’s pod.Follow and comment on Twitter @WhitehallPodUK

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46:47

What is a Parliamentary Private Secretary?: Part 1

Inside Whitehall ·

2023/06/05

This week the gang are joined by Mark Fletcher, current PPS to the Chancellor, and Alex Davies-Jones, who is the current shadow minister for Digital but has previously been PPS for Rachel Reeves. Mark and Alex help take us inside the world of the Parliament Private Secretary, Ministerial aids who are unpaid but have an influential role in how parliament and indeed government is run.Follow and comment on Twitter: @WhitehallPodUK

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31:46

The real Malcolm Tuckers: SpAds and Pads: Part 2

Inside Whitehall ·

2023/05/31

Our dynamic duo dissect the discussion with former political advisors Hannah Geurin and Martin McCluskey and discuss James’ time as a special advisor to Michael Gove and Priti Patel.Follow and comment on Twitter @WhitehallPodUK

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43:57

The real Malcolm Tuckers: SpAds and Pads: Part 1

Inside Whitehall ·

2023/05/29

James and Jonathan go inside the world of political advisors with guests Hannah Guerin, a former Government Special Advisor, and Martin McCluskey, who previously worked as advisor to former Labour leader Ed Miliband. Follow and comment on Twitter @WhitehallPodUK

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29:19

Taking a Bill through Parliament: Part 2

Inside Whitehall ·

2023/05/24

James and Jonathan talk through the interview with former Home Secretary Priti Patel. Both share their own experience of legislation in Parliament.Follow and comment on Twitter: @WhitehallPodUK

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46:32

Taking a Bill through Parliament : Part 1 - Priti Patel

Inside Whitehall ·

2023/05/22

James and Jonathan talk to former Home Secretary Priti Patel about what's involved in getting legislation through the Houses of Parliament and into law. From engaging with key stakeholders to dealing with amendments from backbench MPs, Priti Patel shares the hurdles she overcame to tackle some of the biggest challenges of the day.Follow and comment on Twitter: @WhitehallPodUK

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33:04

The Lobby. Inside the world of Westminster...

Inside Whitehall ·

2023/05/17

James and Jonathan talk through the discussion with Harry Cole and Kate McCann and James shares some of his own experience as a media Special Advisor.Follow and comment on Twitter: @WhitehallPodUK

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52:30

The Lobby. Inside the world of Westminster...

Inside Whitehall ·

2023/05/15

James and Jonathan speak to two titans of the lobby, the journalists who cover political events for the national and local media. Harry Cole and Kate McCann take are political editors for the Sun and Talk TV respectively and take us inside political reporting.Follow and comment on Twitter: @WhitehallPodUK

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35:53

Around the Cabinet table: Part 2

Inside Whitehall ·

2023/05/10

James and Jonathan pick through the interview with Michael Gove reflecting on cabinet meetings during the coalition and fractious Brexit period.Follow and comment on Twitter: @WhitehallPodUK

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53:18

Around the Cabinet table with Michael Gove: Part 1

Inside Whitehall ·

2023/05/08

James and Jonathan speak to Michael Gove, a Secretary of State under four Prime Ministers and someone who has been at the top of government for over a decade. What really happens in a Cabinet meeting? And how do styles differ between Boris Johnson and David Cameron? Find out in the latest episode of Inside Whitehall.Follow and comment on Twitter: @WhitehallPodUK

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