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1429 - What does Makerfield make of Andy Burnham?

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Hosts:

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Regular contributors and co-hosts:

Tom McTague, Editor-in-chief

Ailbhe Rea, Political editor



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Senior podcast producer: Catharine Hughes

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Assistant producer: Biba Kang

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Helping you make sense of politics – every week.


Anoosh Chakelian and the New Statesman team bring you sharp reporting, clear analysis and thoughtful conversations to help you understand what’s really going on in Westminster and beyond.


The New Statesman is Britain’s leading source of news and commentary on politics and culture with a progressive perspective. On The Politics Show, our journalists and expert guests cut through the noise of the headlines to explain the forces shaping our world. From the battles inside the Labour Party to the future of the Conservatives, from the rise of Reform UK to the debates that dominate Parliament, we provide the clarity you need to follow UK politics.


--


START HERE:

▶︎ Kemi Badenoch isn't working | Cover Story with Tom McTague

▶︎ Do billionaires really benefit the UK?

▶︎ One year of Labour rule: can things still only get better?


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LISTEN AD-FREE:

📱Download and subscribe in the New Statesman app to enjoy all our episodes without the ads.


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MORE FROM THE NEW STATESMAN:

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✍️ Enjoy the best of our writing via email every Saturday


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Hosts:

Anoosh Chakelian



Regular contributors and co-hosts:

Tom McTague, Editor-in-chief

Ailbhe Rea, Political editor



Production team:

Senior podcast producer: Catharine Hughes

Podcast and video producer: Rob Le Mare

Assistant producer: Biba Kang

Executive producer: Chris Stone


Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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