All posts tagged: Politics at Jack and Sam’s

The week… that Rishi Sunak looks on the bright side – POLITICO

The week… that Rishi Sunak looks on the bright side – POLITICO

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Two of Westminster’s best-connected journalists, Sky News’s Sam Coates and Politico’s Jack Blanchard, guide you through their top predictions for the next seven days in British politics. Following the local and mayoral elections, Jack and Sam discuss how Rishi Sunak will try to get back onto the front foot and whether the Conservative rebels will continue to plot against him. ???? Listen above then tap here to follow Politics at Jack at Sam’s wherever you get your podcasts ???? They also predict that the country will come out of recession and look forward to a new SNP leader in Scotland following the resignation of Humza Yousaf. Email with your thoughts and rate how their predictions play out: [email protected] or [email protected] Source link

The Week … the local elections might throw up a surprise – POLITICO

The Week … the local elections might throw up a surprise – POLITICO

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Two of Westminster’s best-connected journalists, Sky News’s Sam Coates and Politico’s Jack Blanchard, guide you through their top predictions for the next seven days in British politics.  The local and mayoral elections are trundling towards us, with Westminster set for the fallout. But don’t expect Rishi Sunak to name the date of the general election anytime soon, despite rumours that some MPs are on manoeuvres – hear why on this episode. Plus, how will Labour use their predicted successes? And where will the other parties fall? Heading north, Holyrood is also poised for an explosive week, with no confidence votes being put down against First Minister Humza Yousaf, and the Scottish government itself. Jack and Sam look at how those votes could play out this week, and why former SNP leadership hopeful turned Alba MSP Ash Regan holds all the power. They also discuss Deputy Foreign Secretary Andrew Mitchell’s big week, and why Monday could throw up a major hot-button issue in the House of Commons. Email with your thoughts and rate how their predictions …

The Week… Rishi tries to save his skin – POLITICO

The Week… Rishi tries to save his skin – POLITICO

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Two of Westminster’s best-connected journalists, Sky News’s Sam Coates and Politico’s Jack Blanchard, guide you through their top predictions for the next seven days in British politics. This week, they react to MP Mark Menzies’ resignation from the Conservative Party and look at what it might mean for the next election. Also this week, Rishi Sunak is packing his bags for Europe. Jack and Sam discuss what’s on the trip’s agenda, including highly anticipated announcements on the defence of Ukraine, as well as the UK’s wider defence and warfare strategy. Mr Sunak’s Rwanda plan could finally pass through parliament too, more than five months after he unveiled the emergency laws. Jack and Sam reveal the final stage will be far from straightforward though, with MPs told to expect a long night in the Commons. Plus, Angela Rayner is standing in for Keir Starmer at PMQs this week, the first time she’s been in the Commons since police announced they were investigating her. Jack and Sam discuss how she’ll deal with the mounting pressure. ???? Listen above …

The Week… After Iran’s attack on Israel – POLITICO

The Week… After Iran’s attack on Israel – POLITICO

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Two of Westminster’s best-connected journalists, Sky News’ Sam Coates and Politico’s Jack Blanchard, guide you through their top predictions for the next seven days in British politics. With parliament returning after the Easter break, this week Jack and Sam discuss the government’s response to Iran’s unprecedented drone and missile attack against Israel — and how it will get across that it supports Israel’s right to self-defence but also wants a de-escalation of tensions. They also discuss where the claims about deputy Labour leader Angela Rayner’s tax affairs go from here. They look forward to the final stages of the Conservatives’ Rwanda Bill; the fallout from the Westminster honeytrap scandal; and a vote on anti-smoking laws are all up for debate this week. ???? Listen above then tap here to follow Politics at Jack at Sam’s wherever you get your podcasts ???? Email with your thoughts and rate how their predictions play out: [email protected] or [email protected] Source link

The Week … Britain faced up to big threats – POLITICO

The Week … Britain faced up to big threats – POLITICO

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This week, Jack and Sam discuss why defence and security – both domestic and foreign – will be a big focus as they look at reaction to Friday’s terror attack in Russia and claims that China has been behind cyber attacks targeting MPs and peers, threatening British democracy. Plus, there’s Rishi Sunak’s final appearance before the Easter break as he faces questions from the liaison committee on topics including global issues, the economy and public services. Email with your thoughts and rate how their predictions play out: [email protected] or [email protected] Source link

The Week … Rishi Sunak faces down his party – POLITICO

The Week … Rishi Sunak faces down his party – POLITICO

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This week, Jack and Sam discuss the building pressure around Rishi Sunak’s premiership, and how the ongoing tensions between the prime minister and Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch may spill into events this week. Plus, they address the weekend rumours about Penny Mordaunt as a potential leadership rival. There’s a big moment for shadow chancellor Rachel Reeves, as she delivers a speech at a major event for the world of banking. Will her plans for the nation, should Labour win the election, impress the finance sector? And – which shadow cabinet member do we see most often grilled by Kay Burley and the other breakfast shows while nursing our morning cuppa? Sky’s Izzy Loseff has crunched the numbers, and Jack and Sam tell you what it says about who the Labour leader trusts to deliver his message. Source link

The Week … The government decides who is an extremist – POLITICO

The Week … The government decides who is an extremist – POLITICO

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This week, Jack and Sam discuss Communities Secretary Michael Gove’s plan to change the definition of extremism and how important it really is. The current counter-extremism strategy is overdue an update, but the proposed new language seems broad. Plus, the fallout from last week’s budget – Jack and Sam explore the political landscape as it continues to reverberate through Westminster. And with Ramadan beginning this week and no ceasefire in Gaza, how will the UK’s support of a “maritime corridor” for aid shape up? Email with your thoughts and rate how their predictions play out: [email protected] or [email protected] Source link

The Week … Of the Budget – POLITICO

The Week … Of the Budget – POLITICO

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This week — Jack and Sam do their best to predict what Chancellor Jeremy Hunt has up his sleeve for his second, and possibly final, budget statement on Wednesday. They discuss if national insurance or income tax could be cut and what language Mr Hunt might use about money for public services. Away from the budget — is the toxic mood of Westminster likely to ease at all this week as George Galloway makes a return to the Commons? Plus, the Rwanda bill in the Lords and Super Tuesday in the US. Click to subscribe to Politics at Jack and Sam’s wherever you get your podcasts Email with your thoughts and rate how their predictions play out: [email protected] or [email protected] Source link

The Week … Politics gets even more toxic – POLITICO

The Week … Politics gets even more toxic – POLITICO

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This week Jack and Sam discuss whether Sir Lindsay Hoyle will be forced to bow out as Speaker of the House following his opposition day blunder over the Gaza ceasefire vote. As the SNP continues to push for another debate day with a meaningful vote, will he survive the political pressure coming at him from all sides? Plus, Jack and Sam look at increasingly tense public protests over Gaza, the growing safety risk facing MPs, how the Conservative Party will handle outspoken MPs accused of stoking racial divides and what the fallout will be after the Rochdale by-election on Thursday. Click to subscribe to Politics at Jack and Sam’s wherever you get your podcasts Email with your thoughts and rate how their predictions play out: [email protected] or [email protected] Source link

The week … Britain hits back over Navalny – POLITICO

The week … Britain hits back over Navalny – POLITICO

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It’s looking to be another big week for foreign affairs. Jack and Sam discuss what the fall of Avdiivka means for the war in Ukraine ahead of the two-year anniversary of the invasion this week. What can the UK actually do? And how is Donald Trump changing the war? Meanwhile, after a tumultuous recess week, MPs are back. It’s looking like a busy week ahead for Lord Cameron too, starting at the Munich Security Conference – but where was Rishi Sunak? Plus, what can we expect from parliament’s newest members? Gen Kitchen and Damian Egan, who last Friday morning were elected the Labour MPs for Wellingborough and Kingswood respectively, will be sworn into the Commons. Email with your thoughts and rate how their predictions play out: [email protected] or [email protected] Source link