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Newscast

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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33:00

The 1500th Episode

Newscast ·

2024/09/19

Today, on Newscast’s 1500th episode, Chris and Alex join to mark the occasion, and talk about the politics of the day after the PM insisted he is “completely in control”. He made the comment after the BBC revealed a row within government over staff pay.Plus, the BBC has heard testimony from more than 20 female ex-employees who say former Harrods owner Mohamed Al Fayed sexually assaulted or raped them as part of a new podcast series and Panorama film called Al-Fayed: Predator at Harrods.Its makers,

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33:24

Pager and Walkie-Talkie Explosions in Lebanon

Newscast ·

2024/09/18

Today, we discuss what’s going on with exploding pagers and walkie-talkies in Lebanon. James Cook is joined by International Editor, Jeremy Bowen, and Security Correspondent, Frank Gardner, to discuss how the devices exploded, why Israel seems to have infiltrated Hezbollah’s communications network, and what this could mean for escalating tensions in the region. Plus, Chris joins James to discuss how a row has broken out in government over Keir Starmer’s top aide, Sue Gray, being paid more than the

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34:23

Instagram Gets Reel with Teen Safety

Newscast ·

2024/09/17

Today, we look at new measures that aim to protect teens on Instagram. Social media company, Meta, have announced "built-in protections" to teen accounts as well as greater controls for parents. But will it work? James is joined by the BBC’s technology editor Zoe Kleinman plus disinformation and social media correspondent Marianna Spring.And Munira Wilson, Liberal Democrat MP for Twickenham, joins James from the final day of the Liberal Democrats party conference, where Election Success, the NHS,

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37:18

Huw Edwards Sentenced

Newscast ·

2024/09/16

Today, we look at the sentencing of former BBC News presenter Huw Edwards.He’s avoided prison, but has been given a suspended six-month prison sentence for child abuse image offences at Westminster Magistrates' Court.Adam is joined by the BBC’s legal correspondent Dominic Casciani, and media editor Katie Razzall.Support services can be found here https://www.bbc.co.uk/actionline/Plus, there are questions about security around former President Donald Trump, after an apparent second attempt in two

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27:41

Missile diplomacy, dealing with Trump and donor’s...

Newscast ·

2024/09/15

Today, at least eight people have died whilst trying to cross the Channel from France to England. Foreign secretary David Lammy spoke to Laura, with Keir Starmer’s upcoming trip to Italy where immigration has also been a key issue for Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni. Laura and Paddy, joined by Newsnight’s Nick Watt, also react to Lammy speaking about the Western allies stance on allowing Ukraine to fire long-range missiles into Russia and his views on former US President Donald Trump and the

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30:23

Will Starmer Avoid the Political "Unsayables"?

Newscast ·

2024/09/14

Today, we look at what happens now with Ukraine’s use of long-rage missiles after Sir Keir Starmer failed to signal any decision over allowing Kyiv to fire the UK-provided weapons into the Russian territory. Plus, the prime minister says he will do the difficult things, but what are some of the issues that need fixing and are still ‘unsayable’ for the new government? You 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

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42:25

Is Starmer Risking Escalation with Putin?

Newscast ·

2024/09/13

Today, we discuss the Prime Minister’s visit to the White House to discuss the US and UK’s support for Ukraine. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer said Russia had started the war in Ukraine and could end it "straight away”. Adam is joined by Chris Mason, who is in Washington with the Prime Minister ahead of his meeting with President Joe Biden.We also speak to Emily Thornberry, the new Chair of the Foreign Affairs Select Committee. In her first interview since becoming Chair, she speaks about how she

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36:54

How Healthy is the NHS?

Newscast ·

2024/09/12

Today, we look at a damning report into the state of the NHS.The Lord Darzi review finds the NHS “is in critical condition”, with “ballooning” waiting times and delays in A&E and cancer care.Speaking after the report, the Prime Minister told reporters the NHS must “reform or die” and there will be no more money without reform. Adam is joined by health correspondent Cath Burns, chief executive of Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals Trust Matthew Trainer, and chair of the RCGP

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26:35

The Day The Economy Stood Still

Newscast ·

2024/09/11

Today, we round up all the latest stories about the UK economy. Adam is joined by BBC Economics Editor Faisal Islam and Chief Economics Correspondent Dharshini David to dig into what the latest GDP figures tell us about the economy, as well as what Chancellor Rachel Reeves told Faisal about the decisions she has taken on Winter Fuel Payments and those still to come in the budget. You can now listen to Newscast on a smart speaker. If you want to listen, just say "Ask BBC Sounds to play Newscast”. It

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34:17

Americast: Harris V Trump... and a Taylor Swift...

Newscast ·

2024/09/11

And why is "THEY'RE EATING DOGS" trending on X?Kamala Harris and Donald Trump meet for the first time on a debate stage in Philadelphia, sparring over key issues and exchanging deep personal attacks. The momentous meeting was marked by question dodging, finger pointing… and pet-eating!The Americast Team analyses the night from the heart of the action. Who will go viral after tonight? Did Trump stick to his messaging? And will there be a second debate?!HOSTS:* Justin Webb, Radio 4 presenter * Sarah

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42:51

A Commons Duel on Winter Fuel

Newscast ·

2024/09/10

Today, we look at what was billed as one of the first big tests for Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer in the House of Commons, the vote over winter fuel. Adam is joined by Chris and Alex to look at the result of the vote in Parliament, and they discuss the next round of voting in the Conservative leadership contest. Plus, around 1700 offenders have been released from prison early to help ease overcrowding. Adam speaks to His Majesty’s Chief Inspector of Prisons Charlie Taylor about the situation in

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35:53

The Princess’s Video Message

Newscast ·

2024/09/09

Today, we look at an update on the recovery of Catherine, Princess of Wales. The Princess of Wales has released a video saying that she has completed chemotherapy treatment for cancer. Adam is joined by BBC royal correspondent Daniela Relph to discuss her health and this new style of royal communication.And, more councils are to be given powers to take control of bus services under a franchising system, but how will it work? And will it create a better service for travellers? Adam speaks to Mayor of

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29:36

Sir Keir Starmer: The Analysis

Newscast ·

2024/09/08

Today, we’re going through the PM’s first major television interview since getting the job. He defended his decision to cut winter fuel payments for most pensioners, and said his government is "going to have to be unpopular" to deliver change. Paddy’s also been talking to the Health Secretary Wes Streeting, who says he’ll call in the private sector to get NHS waiting lists down. You 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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28:01

Sir Keir Starmer: The Interview

Newscast ·

2024/09/08

Sir Keir Starmer has sat down with Laura for his first major TV interview as PM, so as well as it going out on BBC One, we thought we'd put it in you Newscast feed too. She spoke to him on Saturday morning in the Downing Street Cabinet Room.Another Newscast with Henry and Paddy, as usual, follows this one.Enjoy!

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25:43

Starmer Tells Laura the NHS is Broken

Newscast ·

2024/09/07

Today, we’re looking at what Keir Starmer has to say about the state of the NHS and its future.Laura sat down with the PM for his first major television interview since getting the job. He told her the previous government ‘broke’ the NHS in ways which were ‘unforgiveable’.She chats it through with Paddy.We'll be dropping the full interview next in your Newscast feed.Plus, they take a look at how big a rebellion could be over winter fuel payment cuts that could affect around 10 million

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33:45

Rebel MPs, Leadership Dreams and Parliamentary Pets

Newscast ·

2024/09/06

Today, we’re recapping a busy first week back in Westminster - and hearing from the Green Party conference in Manchester.Adam is joined by Matt Chorley at the end of his first week on 5 Live to chat about how the Labour government is disciplining potential rebel MPs, the latest dispatch from the Conservative leadership contest and the number of Parliamentary pets he’s spoken to on his show so far. And, Dr Ellie Chowns MP speaks to Adam from the Green Party Conference in Manchester, she explains what

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37:50

Interview: The First Minister of Wales Eluned Morgan

Newscast ·

2024/09/06

Today Adam and Chris talk to Eluned Morgan, the new first minister of Wales, about her upbringing at the heart of Welsh politics, the working relationship with a new Westminster government, 20mph speed limits and the tough job of uniting Welsh labour after a tumultuous year. You 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:

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26:04

Monsieur Brexit(cast) Returns

Newscast ·

2024/09/05

Today, we look at Michel Barnier’s surprise selection as French Prime Minister, and a “historic success” for the far-right in Germany.The EU’s former Brexit negotiator, Michel Barnier, has been named as the new French prime minister in a surprise announcement by Emmanuel Macron. But will this finally break the deadlock in Paris?And, Germany’s anti-immigration Alternative for Germany (AfD) has won the election in the eastern state of Thuringia. But how much of a threat are they to the current

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33:40

Grenfell: 72 “Avoidable” Deaths

Newscast ·

2024/09/04

Today we look at the publication of the report into the Grenfell Tower fire. The chair of the inquiry Sir Martin Moore-Bick concluded all 72 deaths “were all avoidable”. Adam and Chris speak to Kate Lamble, presenter and producer of the BBC’s Grenfell Tower Inquiry Podcast and BBC London presenter Eddie Nestor. You 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

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29:15

Is THIS Austerity in Scotland?

Newscast ·

2024/09/03

Today the Scottish government has confirmed up to £500 million of spending cuts to help balance the books ahead of the autumn statement. Scotland’s Finance Secretary Shona Robinson said financial mismanagement of the previous UK government and continuing Labour austerity are to blame for the pressures. But could the SNP have done more to prevent the cuts? And will there be more to come when the full Scottish budget arrives in December? Adam and Chris are joined by the BBC’s Scotland Editor James

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