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Electioncast: Will Another Week Of Starmer Drama Impact The Elections?

Today, Adam, Alex, James and Felicity look at the latest stories from the UK elections campaign trail. Why are public services at the top of the campaign agenda?What will it mean for Westminster if nationalist parties sweep the board?And why is Eluned Morgan explaining how to vot ...  Show more

Is The Strait Of Hormuz Actually Open (Or Shut) Right Now?

Today, Adam joined Laura and Paddy to chew over the latest news from Iran, Scotland, and Downing Street. Ahead of the Prime Minister’s appearance in parliament, they discuss what we’ve learned today about what Sir Keir Starmer knew, or did not know, about the Lord Mandelson’s vet ...  Show more

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