Rishi Railway Reveal

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A long week in economics

Felicity Hannah wraps up a busy week for the economy with an expert panel. We hear from the union representing workers at British Steel in Scunthorpe. And we'll look ahead to a weekend of celebration with Mothers Day and Eid on the horizon. Download the podcast via the BBC Sounds ...  Show more

Statement of Intent

Felicity Hannah unpicks the Chancellor's Spring Statement with an expert panel. Plus we'll have the latest on the escalating trade war between the US and its trading partners 

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