Election 24 Special, Ep 8

Election 24 Special, Ep 8

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Show 406. Jeremy Hunt

Prepare yourself for a big fat dose of political optimism. Jeremy Hunt is asking a big question: can we be rich again? His latest book seeks to answer this and before he gets into what needs to change, he also believes that there's plenty to be cheerful about. How can the governm ...  Show more

Show 405. Lucy Powell - LIVE

This is a cracking briefing from Labour's Deputy Leader. On Makerfield and what happens next for the party. Lucy takes us inside the heart of the Labour Party... do Labour MPs and members actually want a leadership election? And what would happen if there was one? Are the issues ...  Show more

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