Politics Live Episodes Episode guide
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Prime Minister's Questions: 22/04/2026
PMQs as the row over the vetting of Peter Mandelson for US ambassador continues.
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21/04/2026
The big political issues of the day.
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Mandelson vetting row
Can the prime minister survive calls for his resignation?
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How the US-Iran war is impacting our farmers
Could the rising cost of fuel lead to food inflation?
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Prime Minister's Questions: 15/04/2026
Keir Starmer takes PMQs and the BBC reveals abuse in the asylum system.
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14/04/2026
The big political issues of the day.
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Government Accused of Betraying Brexit
Keir Starmer’s Brexit plans, and can more be done to tackle shoplifting?
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Landmark Social Media Ruling
Could the ruling on addictive social media platforms lead to tighter UK restrictions?
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Prime Minister's Questions: 25/03/2026
Keir Starmer faces PMQs as the US-Israel war in Iran impacts the cost of living.
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How to Bring Down Energy Bills?
Energy bills, anti-abortion protests and the Scottish Parliament elections.
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Pressures on the cost of living
The impact the Iran War could have on household budgets.
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Gas prices soar across UK and Europe
How the US-Israel war with Iran is impacting energy prices and the cost of mortgages.
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Prime Minister’s Questions
Keir Starmer takes PMQs as Angela Rayner criticises his immigration plans.
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Trump Criticises the UK on Iran
Should the UK send forces to the Middle East?
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The Rise in the Price of Heating Oil
The government announces plans to support those facing increased heating costs.
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Are GP's fit notes in need of reform?
Does the doctors' fit note system need to be changed?
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Why did Starmer appoint Mandelson as US ambassador?
The documents shedding light on the appointment of Lord Mandelson as ambassador to the US.
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10/03/2026
The big political issues of the day.
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The Economic Impact of the Iran War
How high could the conflict in the Middle East push oil prices?
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UK Reaction to Iran War
Has the UK response to the conflict in Iran been correct?
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The UK-US ‘special relationship’
What's next for the transatlantic partnership?
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The Chancellor’s Spring Statement
The chancellor delivers her Spring Statement as the conflict in the Middle East continues.
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The Iran Conflict Widens
How should the government respond to the Middle East crisis? With Alex Forsyth.
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Importance of Reading Books
Is reading books important for democracy?
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25/02/2026
The big political issues of the day.
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Youth Minimum Wage Rise
The impact of minimum wage rise on young workers.
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Reforming Special Needs Education
Will government plans help SEND pupils in schools in England?
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Does the Government Have a Misogyny Problem?
The culture secretary says briefings by government figures are 'dripping with misogyny'.
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Prime Minister's Questions
Sir Keir Starmer faces MPs at PMQs, after days of pressure over his leadership.
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Keir Starmer's Future
Mandelson raw: what is next for Keir Starmer’s government?