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The Evening Standard

From our headquarters intheheart of London,TheStandard podcastsetstheagenda.Top news insiders discussthepressure-points oftheday’s topics. Hear unrivalled insight on politics, culture, going out, sport, and fashion, with award-winning journalists and celebrity guests.Join us Monday to Friday at 4pm. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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16:50

Will digital ID cards stop illegal working?

The Standard ·

2025/09/26

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has said plans for a new digital ID held on people’s phones will be an “enormous opportunity” for the UK and make working illegally tougher. Digital ID will become mandatory as a means of proving the right to work under the plans, which will come into place within the next few years. The Standard’s Chief Political Correspondent Rachael Burford joins us with the latest.And in part two, The Standard’s Culture Writer India Block is here to discuss whether Strictly Come

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16:32

The old Etonian, his president father and brutal...

The Standard ·

2025/09/25

In this week’s special report, in the first of an exclusive three-part series, Noureddin Bongo tells The Standard’s Claudia Cockerell about his hell after his family were ousted in a coup in Gabon, Central Africa.And in part two, Peaky Blinders creator Steven Knight is back with a period drama that applies his tried and tested formula to 19th-century Ireland. The Standard’s Culture Writer India Block joins us to review Netflix’s new show House of Guinness, which has been likened to familial saga

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14:45

What's behind Trump's fresh attack on Sadiq Khan?

The Standard ·

2025/09/24

In his speech to the UN General Assembly, US President Donald Trump has made a fresh attack on Sir Sadiq Khan, and claimed London wants to “go to Sharia law”. A spokesperson for Sadiq, London’s first Muslim mayor said: “We are not going to dignify his appalling and bigoted comments with a response." The US presidentalso appeared to change his stance on Ukraine, speculating that Kyiv could win back its land due to Russia’s economic troubles.For analysis, we join The Standard's defence editor Robert

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13:18

UK inflation to be highest in G7 this year

The Standard ·

2025/09/23

Economists are warning that the UK could face one of the highest inflation rates of any major economy this year.New data from the OECD predicts Britain will see the sharpest price rises among G7 nations - a huge blow to the cost of living and a key challenge ahead of the Government's autumn budget in November.In today’s episode, Rachelle Abbott is joined by the Standard’s chief political correspondent Rachael Burford to discuss how the UK compares with other G7 nations, and how Chancellor Rachel

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14:03

Gatwick's £2.2bn second runway plan gets green light

The Standard ·

2025/09/22

Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander has approved Gatwick’s plans for a second runway. UK chancellor Rachel Reeves has said the privately financed £2.2 bn project will create thousands more jobs.To find out everything, we're joined by the Standard's business editor, Jonathan Prynn.What are the plans, and is this a win-win for the government in the long-run?Plus, fancy eating like a mobster? Despite its price-tag, The Standard's Josh Barrie tells us all about the latest New York import to open in

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11:26

Leading the Charge: Electric London – Clean Air at a...

The Standard ·

2025/09/20

London has made huge strides in cleaning up its air – with nitrogen dioxide and particulate matter levels dropping sharply thanks to bold policies, investment in public transport, and the rise of electric vehicles. But proposed changes to the Cleaner Vehicle Discount could see EV drivers paying the congestion charge from Christmas Day, raising questions about the city’s next steps.It’s why the Electric London coalition, followingThe Standard’sLeading the Chargecampaign, is calling on London Mayor

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17:21

Migrant returned to France after government wins...

The Standard ·

2025/09/19

The second deportation under the government’s ‘one in, one out’ deal with France took place early this morning, as hundreds more migrants risked their lives trying to reach the UK. An Eritrean man, who arrived in the UK on a small boat last month, was on an Air France flight to Paris, which left London Heathrow at 6.15 am. Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump suggested Sir Keir Starmer should use the military to tackle the small boats crisis. The Standard’s News Editor Michael Howie is here with the

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17:02

Jimmy Kimmel talkshow taken off air over Charlie Kirk...

The Standard ·

2025/09/18

ABC has pulled late-night host Jimmy Kimmel off air indefinitely over comments he made about the shooting of right-wing influencer Charlie Kirk. US President Donald Trump celebrated the decision, whilst media figures, unions and free speech organisations have expressed anger and alarm. The entertainer, drag artist and commentator Colin Seymour, who recently won a libel battle against the rightwing activist Laurence Fox, joins us to share his perspective.And in part two, The Standard’s Celebrity

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14:32

Household budgets squeezed as food prices surge

The Standard ·

2025/09/17

Food and drink prices are rising at their fastest rate since January last year, whilst the overall headline rate of inflation remains unchanged at 3.8 per cent. Food prices are expected to peak in December as hot weather has led to a poor harvest and higher industry costs. According to ONS figures, the biggest price rises in food and drink include beef and veal, butter, coffee, chocolate and milk. Martin Lines, CEO of the Nature Friendly Farming Network, and an arable farmer in Cambridgeshire, joins

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16:56

What’s at stake during President Trump’s state visit?

The Standard ·

2025/09/16

US President Donald Trump is set to arrive in the UK for his unprecedented second state visit to the country. The trip has sparked controversy and thousands are expected to take part in a series of anti-Trump protests. He will meet with Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer for talks on trade, investment, Ukraine and Gaza. Nick Dearden, director of Global Justice Now and spokesperson for the Stop Trump Coalition is here to discuss what’s at stake for the UK.And in part two, Transport for London (TfL) is

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14:53

Starmer in ‘last-chance saloon’ unless he changes...

The Standard ·

2025/09/15

Today Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has been warned that he will be ousted unless he changes course. Labour MPs are reeling over high-profile sackings and resignations in recent weeks, including Angela Rayner who quit as Deputy Prime Minister following a tax scandal and Peter Mandelson being fired a British Ambassador to the US over his relationship with paedophile Jeffrey Epstein. It comes as Labour is trailing behind Nigel Farage’s Reform UK in opinion polls. The Standard’s Chief Political

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14:32

Starmer under pressure as Epstein ties sink Mandelson

The Standard ·

2025/09/12

Lord Peter Mandelson has been sacked as the UK’s ambassador to the US.Mandelson was sacked on Thursday after emails emerged showing he offered support to Jeffrey Epstein even as the financier faced jail for sex offences against minors.Why was he seen as important for UK relations — and who will replace him?To walk us through the fallout, we’re joined by the Standard’s chief political correspondent, Rachael Burford.In part two, the Standard’s chief theatre critic Nick Curtis reviewsCow/Deerat

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16:50

Inside London’s radical cult-like religious group...

The Standard ·

2025/09/11

In this week’s special report, journalist and editor Charlie Brinkhurst Cuff reports on the IUIC religious organisation, thought to be the the largest Hebrew Israelite group in the world. Despite being described as a cult, the group still operates as a church in Ilford, east London. In 2019, an innocent black woman named Joy Morgan was murdered by a fellow member of this radical religious group, at the age of just 20 - and Joy’s story is the subject of The Missing Sister, a new six-part

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14:58

NATO defences assemble after Russian drone attacks on...

The Standard ·

2025/09/10

Poland is the closest to open conflict it has been since World War Two, the country’s Prime Minister has warned after the country shot down drones that entered its airspace during a widespread Russian attack in western Ukraine. Defence Secretary John Healey accused President Vladimir Putin of ‘testing’ Western allies with the attack, and said UK Armed Forces are looking at options to bolster NATO’s air defence over Poland. The Standard’s Chief Political Correspondent is here with the latest.And in

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16:13

Will hospital trust league tables help improve the NHS?

The Standard ·

2025/09/09

League tables of the best and worst-performing NHS trusts in England have been published by the Department of Health and Social Care for the first time. Health Secretary Wes Streeting said the tables would help inform the public and allow them to exercise choice, but critics are less certain. Sebastian Reese, Head of Health at the Institute for Public Policy Research think tank, is here to discuss the pros and cons.And in part two, as Prince Harry visits the UK, speculation mounts over whether he

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16:23

Commuter chaos in the capital as tube strikes begin

The Standard ·

2025/09/08

Today London’s tube workers are on strike. Thousands of commuters in the capital have experienced nightmarish journeys during rush hour, in the first of four days of staff walkouts, with hardly any London Underground trains operating. The Standard’s City Hall and Transport Editor Ross Lydall has the latest from the RMT Union picket line.And in part two, The Standard’s Food and Drink Writer Josh Barrie joins us to discuss the opening of the new restaurant Liverpool Street Chop House & Tavern,

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17:06

Reform on the rise as Deputy Prime Minister Angela...

The Standard ·

2025/09/05

Today the Reform Party Conference kicked off in Birmingham, just as Angela Rayner quit as Deputy Prime Minister following an investigation into tax dealings surrounding the purchase of her new home. The Standard’s Chief Political Correspondent Rachael Burford joins us from the conference itself to discuss Nigel Farage’s speech.And in part two, The Standard’s Culture Writer India Block is here to analyse the new trailer from Emerald Fennell’s Wuthering Heights film, which is released on Valentines

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16:15

Destination Unknown: Inside the capital’s youth...

The Standard ·

2025/09/04

The Standard’s Campaigns Editor David Cohen joins us on the launch of Destination Unknown, a new campaign in partnership with The King’s Trust to tackle London’s youth unemployment crisis. With one in six young Londoners unemployed, The Standard wants to get young London working again - and CEO of The King’s Trust, Jonathan Townsend, is here with the latest. Click here to donate.And in part two, The Standard’s Head of Culture Martin Robinson joins us to discuss the return of Radiohead, who have

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16:40

Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner admits...

The Standard ·

2025/09/03

As PMQs kick off today after the summer recess, Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner has admitted that she did not pay enough tax when buying her new flat and has referred herself for investigation. She said she received incorrect legal advice that led to her paying less stamp duty. In other news, Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced when this year’s autumn budget will happen - and is under pressure to improve public finances. The Standard’s Chief Political Correspondent Rachael Burford joins us with

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13:36

Travel chaos lies ahead as Londoners face Tube strike...

The Standard ·

2025/09/02

Commuters in the capital face a four-day Tube shutdown next week and disruption from Sunday until Friday if a union presses ahead with threatened strike action, Transport for London has warned. Talks held between TfL and the RMT union today have attempted to avert what will be one of the worst strikes in years - but no resolution has been found. The Standard’s City Hall & Transport Editor Ross Lydall is here with the latest.And in part two, as second-hand September kicks off, The Standard’s

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