Political Fix
598 episodes - English - Latest episode: 1 day ago - ★★★★ - 61 ratingsThe Financial Times takes you into the corridors of power to unwrap, analyse and debate British politics with a regular lineup of FT correspondents and informed commentators. New episodes available every Friday.
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Summer interview special: Peter Mandelson
September 01, 2018 03:00 - 37 minutes - 51.4 MBSebastian Payne speaks to the former New Labour minister about his efforts to halt Brexit through another referendum, Theresa May's efforts to strike a withdrawal deal with the EU, his views on Jeremy Corbyn, the state of the party's leadership and how to tackle the anti-Semitism crisis. Produced by Anna Dedhar. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Summer interview special: Nick Boles
August 25, 2018 03:18 - 32 minutes - 44.4 MBIn our fourth summer special, we speak to the Conservative MP for Grantham and Stamford in Lincolnshire about why, as a former Remainer, he is happy to get on with Brexit, how the House of Commons will prevent a ‘no deal’ Brexit and whether the Tories are re-toxifying their image again. Presented by Sebastian Payne. Produced by Anna Dedhar Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Summer interview special: Lisa Nandy
August 18, 2018 04:30 - 34 minutes - 47.6 MBIn our third episode, we visit the town of Wigan in the north-west of England to speak to its Labour MP. We discuss what should be done to help boost Britain’s provincial towns, why the party is falling out of touch with its heartland supporters and whether Jeremy Corbyn’s leadership approach is too divisive. Presented by Sebastian Payne. Produced by Anna Dedhar. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Summer interview special: Lisa Nandy
August 18, 2018 04:30 - 34 minutes - 47.6 MBIn our third episode, we visit the town of Wigan in the north-west of England to speak to its Labour MP. We discuss what should be done to help boost Britain’s provincial towns, why the party is falling out of touch with its heartland supporters and whether Jeremy Corbyn’s leadership approach is too divisive. Presented by Sebastian Payne. Produced by Anna Dedhar. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Summer interview special: Jacob Rees-Mogg
August 11, 2018 04:30 - 34 minutes - 47.7 MBIn the second of this series, the Financial Times speaks to the Conservative MP for North East Somerset and ardent Brexit supporter. We discuss whether a ‘no-deal’ exit from the EU could be a good outcome, why passing any exit deal with opposition votes is “dangerous” and whether he aspires to be Speaker of the House of Commons. Presented by Sebastian Payne. Produced by Anna Dedhar. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Summer interview specials: Liz Truss
August 04, 2018 04:30 - 31 minutes - 43.8 MBWestminster is in recess, so this summer we are interviewing interesting MPs who will be setting the political agenda for the rest of the year. First up is Liz Truss, Conservative MP for south-west Norfolk and chief secretary to the Treasury. We discuss the political year so far, whether the Chequers Brexit fudge will hold, what turned her from a Liberal Democrat into a Tory, where the state is too big and why she aspires to be the first female chancellor. Presented by Sebastian Payne. Produc...
What a 'no-deal' Brexit would mean and taking-out-the-trash week
July 28, 2018 04:30 - 29 minutes - 40 MBTalk of a crash Brexit has ramped up this week, but how likely is it actually to happen? And how bad would it be for the UK and the EU? Plus we discuss the final week of the political season and where Theresa May and her Brexit plan stand as her MPs head off for the summer. Presented by Sebastian Payne. With George Parker, Alex Barker, Gideon Rachman and Miranda Green of the Financial Times. Produced by Molly Mintz and Anna Dedhar. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
What a 'no-deal' Brexit would mean and taking-out-the-trash week
July 28, 2018 04:30 - 29 minutes - 40 MBTalk of a crash Brexit has ramped up this week, but how likely is it actually to happen? And how bad would it be for the UK and the EU? Plus we discuss the final week of the political season and where Theresa May and her Brexit plan stand as her MPs head off for the summer. Presented by Sebastian Payne. With George Parker, Alex Barker, Gideon Rachman and Miranda Green of the Financial Times. Produced by Molly Mintz and Anna Dedhar. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out informati...
The Brexit votes and Labour's antisemitism problem
July 21, 2018 04:30 - 25 minutes - 35.4 MBThe amendment votes in the House of Commons, the likely fate of Theresa May's Brexit plan and the Labour Party's problem with antisemitism. With Miranda Green, James Blitz and Robert Shrimsley of the FT. Presented by Sebastian Payne and produced by Molly Mintz and Anna Dedhar Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Johnson and Davis say goodbye, Trump says hello
July 14, 2018 05:00 - 29 minutes - 40.6 MBThe dual departures of two cabinet ministers this week has challenged Theresa May's authority. Where do her Brexit plans stand now? Plus, we discuss Donald Trump's brief visit to the UK and the health of the special relationship. Presented by Sebastian Payne. With Jim Pickard, Miranda Green, Martin Wolf and Gideon Rachman of the Financial Times. Produced by Anna Dedhar and Molly Mintz Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Cabinet chaos special
July 10, 2018 15:09 - 17 minutes - 23.4 MBThe resignation of Boris Johnson and David Davis have shook both Theresa May and the government. Sebastian Payne discusses what it means and what happens next with George Parker, Robert Shrimsley and Laura Hughes of the Financial Times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The joys of English football and the pains of Brexit
July 07, 2018 04:30 - 22 minutes - 31.4 MBWe're gearing up for Saturday's World Cup match against Sweden and the announcements coming out of Theresa May's Cabinet meeting at Chequers. Will Britain be able to find its identity, now and after Brexit? Presented by Miranda Green. With the Financial Times' George Parker, Robert Shrimsley and Jonathan Derbyshire, and Sunder Katwala of the think tank British Future. Produced by Anna Dedhar and Molly Mintz See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
The joys of English football and the pains of Brexit
July 07, 2018 04:30 - 22 minutes - 31.4 MBWe're gearing up for Saturday's World Cup match against Sweden and the announcements coming out of Theresa May's Cabinet meeting at Chequers. Will Britain be able to find its identity, now and after Brexit? Presented by Miranda Green. With the Financial Times' George Parker, Robert Shrimsley and Jonathan Derbyshire, and Sunder Katwala of the think tank British Future. Produced by Anna Dedhar and Molly Mintz Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Cabinet ruptures and further Brexit stalemate
June 30, 2018 04:30 - 30 minutes - 41.3 MBCollective responsibility has collapsed within Theresa May’s government, so can ministers now do and say whatever they like? Plus, two columnists debate whether a second Brexit referendum is a good idea. Presented by Sebastian Payne. With George Parker, Martin Wolf, Miranda Green and Philip Stephens of the Financial Times. Produced by Molly Mintz. FT podcasts feedback: Please tell us what you like and don’t like about our shows at ft.com/podcastfeedback and enter our prize draw Hosted on Ac...
A big birthday gift for the NHS and a new Brexit destination emerges
June 23, 2018 05:01 - 30 minutes - 41.9 MBTheresa May is giving the NHS an extra £20bn a year for its 70th birthday. Will it help the suffering health service and is it money well spent? Plus, is Britain on course to stay in the EU single market for goods trade? Presented by Sebastian Payne. With George Parker, James Blitz, Miranda Green and Sarah Neville of the Financial Times. Produced by Molly Mintz. We’re asking listeners to rate our podcasts and tell us what you like and don’t like about our shows. Send us your thoughts and ente...
Withdrawal bill woes and uncovering sexual harassment in Westminster
June 16, 2018 05:01 - 27 minutes - 37.7 MBTight votes and compromises dominate this week as Theresa May’s government puts Brexit into law. But has any actual progress been made? Plus, what can be done to tackle bullying and sexual harassment in Westminster? Presented by Sebastian Payne. With George Parker, Miranda Green and Laura Hughes of the Financial Times. Produced by Anna Dedhar and Molly Mintz. We’re asking listeners to rate our podcasts and tell us what you like and don’t like about our shows. Send us your thoughts and enter o...
Two Brexit tantrums and one year on from the botched election
June 09, 2018 05:00 - 32 minutes - 44.8 MBDavid Davis and Boris Johnson found themselves falling out with Theresa May this week over her Brexit strategy. But neither resigned and the prime minister faced down their complaints. Plus, we discuss what has, and has not, changed since Britain went to the polls a year ago and deprived the Conservatives of their majority. Presented by Sebastian Payne. With George Parker, James Blitz, Robert Shrimsley and Miranda Green of the Financial Times. Produced by Anna Dedhar. Hosted on Acast. See a...
Northern Ireland's abortion quandary, and how to fund the NHS
June 02, 2018 09:00 - 31 minutes - 43.8 MBThe Irish Republic's vote to end the ban on abortion has raised questions about whether their northern neighbours are next. Will Theresa May, once again, be blown off course by events? Plus, a new report has said the health service needs at least 3% a year in extra funding. Where can the money be found to sustain it? Presented by Sebastian Payne. With Martin Wolf, Miranda Green, Arthur Beesley and Sarah Neville of the Financial Times. Produced by Anna Dedhar. Hosted on Acast. See acas...
Renewal in office and where Brexit is likely to land
May 26, 2018 04:19 - 31 minutes - 42.9 MBThe Conservative party's efforts to renew themselves while in government are ramping up. But how big is the challenge they face? And with tensions increasing between Eurosceptics and the EU , what kind of Brexit deal will Theresa May be able to broker? Presented by Sebastian Payne. With George Parker, Robert Shrimsley, Miranda Green and Henry Newman. Produced by Anna Dedhar Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
East Coast rail nationalisation and another Brexit fudge
May 19, 2018 03:05 - 30 minutes - 42.4 MBThe government's decision to bring the East Coast railway back into public ownership has fuelled the debate on nationalisation. Will this be the last franchise to leave the private sector? Plus, Theresa May has convinced her Brexit-supporting colleagues to support another fudge on the customs union. But will Brussels go for it? Presented by Sebastian Payne. With Jonathan Ford, Miranda Green, James Blitz and Gideon Rachman of the Financial Times. Produced by Joshua Oliver. Hosted on Acast. S...
Brexit stalemate and tackling intergenerational unfairness
May 12, 2018 04:01 - 32 minutes - 44.2 MBAnother week, another round of infighting about the customs union with no conclusion. How long can the Cabinet remain divided? Plus, we discuss whether millennials need a £10,000 bond to make their lives fairer. Presented by Sebastian Payne. With Chris Giles, Miranda Green, James Blitz and Laura Hughes of the Financial Times. Produced by Joshua Oliver. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Stalemate in England's local elections, and the customs union debate
May 05, 2018 03:04 - 36 minutes - 50.3 MBNeither Conservatives nor Labour made big gains in this week's local elections. Is there any impetuous for the parties to change course? Plus, Theresa May failed to sell her new customs partnership to the Cabinet on Wednesday - including to the new home secretary. What can the prime minister do next on Brexit? Presented by Sebastian Payne. With George Parker, Jim Pickard, Miranda Green and James Blitz of the Financial Times. Produced by Joshua Oliver. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy ...
Customs union conundrums and the upcoming local elections
April 28, 2018 00:58 - 32 minutes - 44.8 MBThe May government has yet to fully decide if it will have a customs union with the EU after Brexit. Does it need one and will parliament force her hand? Plus, is Labour set to make big gains in the local elections next Thursday? Presented by Sebastian Payne. With James Blitz, Jim Pickard and Laura Hughes of the Financial Times, plus Henry Newman from the Open Europe think tank. Produced by Joshua Oliver. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Windrush fiasco and the troubles with a 2nd Brexit referendum
April 21, 2018 03:58 - 33 minutes - 46 MBTheresa May's government has suffered from one of its worst weeks since the general election, thanks to the uncertainty about the "Windrush generation". What does it say about immigration policy in the future? Plus, lots of Remain-supporters think a second Brexit referendum is on the horizon. Would it do more harm than good? Presented by Sebastian Payne. With George Parker, Martin Wolf and Miranda Green of the Financial Times, plus Sunder Katwala from British Future. Produced by Joshua Oliver...
Should the UK bomb Syria, and 20 years on from the Good Friday Agreement
April 14, 2018 04:54 - 30 minutes - 42.5 MBThe latest chemical weapons attack in Syria has shocked the world. Can Theresa May join Donald Trump and Emmanuel Macron in bombing the nation without asking parliament's permission? And two decades on from the Belfast Agreement, how can peaceful politics return to Northern Ireland? Presented by Sebastian Payne. With George Parker, David Gardner and Miranda Green of the Financial Times plus Jonathan Powell, former chief of staff to Tony Blair. Produced by Joshua Oliver. Hosted on Acast. S...
Russia's propaganda battle and knife crime in London
April 07, 2018 04:30 - 28 minutes - 38.6 MBThe war of information over the events in Salisbury has become increasingly tense. Is the UK engaging a hopeless propaganda battle with Russia? Plus, why is London witnessing a spike in knife crime? And what can be done to address it? Presented by Sebastian Payne. With Gideon Rachman, Henry Mance, Miranda Green and Robert Wright of the Financial Times. Produced by Joshua Oliver. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Corbyn's anti-Semitism woes and Sheffield's battle with trees
March 31, 2018 03:52 - 28 minutes - 39.5 MBIt has been a difficult week for the Labour leader, who has struggled to stem criticisms of his stance on racial hatred. Plus the row in Sheffield about trees, and what it tells us about public-private partnerships and taking back control. Presented by Sebastian Payne. With Jim Pickard, Robert Shrimsley and Miranda Green of the Financial Times, and Dino Sofos from the BBC. Produced by Joshua Oliver and Anna Dedhar. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The use and abuse of data in politics - plus May's Brexit breakthrough
March 24, 2018 03:00 - 28 minutes - 39.6 MBThe scandal around Cambridge Analytica has raised questions about whether data is being misused. Will the revelations about the British firm's Facebook strategy undermine the votes for Brexit and Donald Trump? Plus, has Theresa May secured a Brexit deal in Brussels this week? And can she solve the Irish border question? Presented by Sebastian Payne. With Alex Barker, Miranda Green, Philip Stephens and John Thornhill of the Financial Times. Produced by Joshua Oliver. Hosted on Acast. See aca...
Corbyn's Russia troubles and the first Spring Statement
March 17, 2018 03:00 - 29 minutes - 40.1 MBJeremy Corbyn has taken a firm line on Russian involvement in the Salisbury attack, much to the annoyance of his colleagues. Has civil war broken out in the Labour party again? Plus, Philip Hammond delivered an upbeat fiscal event. Was he right to be so cheerful? Presented by Sebastian Payne. With George Parker, Jim Pickard, Chris Giles and Miranda Green of the Financial Times. Produced by Anna Dedhar and Joshua Oliver. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Salisbury under attack and Hammond's offer on financial services
March 10, 2018 03:00 - 26 minutes - 36 MBThe attempted murder of an ex-Russian spy in Salisbury has shocked the country. If there are links to the Russian state, what will happen to its relations with the UK? Plus, we dissect Philip Hammond's speech on financial services after Brexit. Presented by Sebastian Payne. With Gideon Rachman, David Bond, Jonathan Ford and Laura Hughes of the Financial Times. Produced by Anna Dedhar and Joshua Oliver. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Theresa May's third Brexit speech and profiling John McDonnell
March 03, 2018 07:19 - 29 minutes - 40.5 MBThe prime minister delivered her vision of the UK's future relationship with the EU, did it strike the right note? And will it be well received in Brussels? Plus, are Britain and Labour ready for John McDonnell to be the next chancellor? With George Parker, Miranda Green, Jim Pickard and Chris Giles of the Financial Times. Presented by Sebastian Payne. Produced by Anna Dedhar. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Brexit chess at Chequers and Corbyn vs the media
February 24, 2018 07:43 - 34 minutes - 47.1 MBThe May government has finally decided what it wants from Brexit. But will it fly in Brussels? Plus, did Jeremy Corbyn receive an unfair hearing from the media over the Czech spy scandal? With George Parker, Miranda Green and Jim Pickard of the Financial Times, plus Matt Zarb-Cousin. Presented by Sebastian Payne. Produced by Anna Dedhar. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Boris blunders on Brexit and talks collapse in Belfast
February 17, 2018 08:00 - 23 minutes - 32 MBBoris Johnson delivered his “road to Brexit” speech this week but did not say anything new. Was it his fault or the Cabinet? Plus, power sharing talks between the DUP and Sinn Fein fall apart. What’s next for Northern Ireland? Presented by Sebastian Payne. With Henry Mance, Laura Hughes and Arthur Beesley. Produced by Janina Conboye. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Boris blunders on Brexit and talks collapse in Belfast
February 17, 2018 08:00 - 23 minutes - 32 MBBoris Johnson delivered his “road to Brexit” speech this week but did not say anything new. Was it his fault or the Cabinet? Plus, power sharing talks between the DUP and Sinn Fein fall apart. What’s next for Northern Ireland? Presented by Sebastian Payne. With Henry Mance, Laura Hughes and Arthur Beesley. Produced by Janina Conboye. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Trading blows over Brexit and women in politics 100 years on
February 10, 2018 05:00 - 26 minutes - 35.8 MBThe UK cabinet spent hours locked in debate over what to ask for in the Brexit negotiations, but little has emerged with any clarity. In Brussels, they call for a clear lead from London. Meanwhile, moves to crack down on online abuse of women in public life came no nearer, but the House of Commons published concrete proposals to make politics safer for MPs' staff. With James Blitz, Alex Barker, Laura Hughes and Pilita Clark. Presented by Miranda Green. Produced by Martin Stabe. Hosted on Ac...
May's travails and the end of the Anglo-Chinese golden era
February 03, 2018 04:30 - 28 minutes - 38.6 MBThe prime minister went to China this week on a mission to make the case for "Global Britain". At home the colleagues Theresa May left behind argued about Brexit, appeared to undermine the civil service and trashed their own economic forecasts. With the FT's Geoff Dyer, Laura Hughes, James Kynge and Jim Pickard. Presented by Jonathan Derbyshire. Produced by Janina Conboye. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Boris on manoeuvres and the case for the customs union
January 27, 2018 00:00 - 27 minutes - 37.8 MBIs the foreign secretary lining up for a leadership bid? Or just frustrated at Theresa May’s leadership? Plus, is there a case for staying in the EU customs union? With Laura Hughes and Alan Beattie of the Financial Times, plus ConservativeHome’s Andrew Gimson and Stephen Booth from Open Europe. Presented by Sebastian Payne. Produced by Martin Stabe. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Boris on manoeuvres and the case for the customs union
January 27, 2018 00:00 - 27 minutes - 37.8 MBIs the foreign secretary lining up for a leadership bid? Or just frustrated at Theresa May’s leadership? Plus, is there a case for staying in the EU customs union? With Laura Hughes and Alan Beattie of the Financial Times, plus ConservativeHome’s Andrew Gimson and Stephen Booth from Open Europe. Presented by Sebastian Payne. Produced by Martin Stabe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Carillion goes into liquidation and Macron comes to Britain
January 20, 2018 04:11 - 24 minutes - 33.3 MBWas the government responsible for the financial troubles at the construction giant? Is this the end of PFI and outsourcing? Plus, did Macron strike the right tone in his first presidential visit to Britain? With George Parker, Gideon Rachman Jim Pickard and Miranda Green. Presented by Sebastian Payne. Produced by Madison Darbyshire. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Theresa May’s botched reshuffle, and why the Tories are going green again
January 13, 2018 00:24 - 22 minutes - 30.4 MBThe prime minister tried to make some decisive moves in her government this week - and failed. Where does this leave her now? Plus, is the Conservative party taking up environmentalism for the right reasons? With George Parker, Philip Stephens and Laura Hughes of the Financial Times, plus Laura Round of the Bright Blue think tank. Presented by Sebastian Payne. Produced by Madison Darbyshire Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Health, membership, rail and reshuffle conundrums for May
January 06, 2018 05:00 - 29 minutes - 40 MB2018 has brought a slew of domestic challenges for Theresa May, can she tackle them while keeping her government on the tracks? Plus, what do the state of the respective memberships say about their parties? With George Parker, Jim Pickard, Miranda Green and Laura Hughes of the Financial Times. Presented by Sebastian Payne. Produced by Madison Darbyshire. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Farewell Damian Green and 2017 political roundup
December 22, 2017 15:47 - 38 minutes - 53.4 MBWas Theresa May’s de facto deputy right to resign? And who will replace him? Plus. a review of the political year for the Conservatives, Labour, Brexit and the British economy. With George Parker, Robert Shrimsley. Chris Giles and Gemma Tetlow of the Financial Times, plus political strategist John McTernan. Presented by Sebastian Payne. Produced by Madison Darbyshire. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Farewell Damian Green and 2017 political roundup
December 22, 2017 15:47 - 38 minutes - 53.4 MBWas Theresa May’s de facto deputy right to resign? And who will replace him? Plus. a review of the political year for the Conservatives, Labour, Brexit and the British economy. With George Parker, Robert Shrimsley. Chris Giles and Gemma Tetlow of the Financial Times, plus political strategist John McTernan. Presented by Sebastian Payne. Produced by Madison Darbyshire. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Phase One is complete, and can the Tory party reinvent itself?
December 16, 2017 04:26 - 26 minutes - 36.2 MBNow that the UK has a divorce settlement with the EU, how difficult is phase two going to be? Plus, can the Conservative party find a way to reinvent itself while guiding the country through Brexit? With George Parker and Miranda Green of the Financial Times, plus Robert Colville from the Centre for Policy Studies. Presented by Sebastian Payne. Produced by Madison Darbyshire. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Phase One is complete, and can the Tory party reinvent itself?
December 16, 2017 04:26 - 26 minutes - 36.2 MBNow that the UK has a divorce settlement with the EU, how difficult is phase two going to be? Plus, can the Conservative party find a way to reinvent itself while guiding the country through Brexit? With George Parker and Miranda Green of the Financial Times, plus Robert Colville from the Centre for Policy Studies. Presented by Sebastian Payne. Produced by Madison Darbyshire. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May’s Brexit breakthrough
December 09, 2017 04:09 - 20 minutes - 28 MBHow did Theresa May unlock the stalled negotiations with the EU? What is in the divorce settlement? And what does it mean for the next stage of talks? With Alex Barker and George Parker of the Financial Times, plus Henry Newman from the Open Europe think tank. Presented by Sebastian Payne. Produced by Madison Darbyshire. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May’s Brexit breakthrough
December 09, 2017 04:09 - 20 minutes - 28 MBHow did Theresa May unlock the stalled negotiations with the EU? What is in the divorce settlement? And what does it mean for the next stage of talks? With Alex Barker and George Parker of the Financial Times, plus Henry Newman from the Open Europe think tank. Presented by Sebastian Payne. Produced by Madison Darbyshire. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Settling the Brexit bill and Corbyn vs. bankers
December 02, 2017 04:55 - 28 minutes - 39.7 MBHas the UK agreed a financial settlement with the EU? What does this mean for making progress with Brexit? Plus, what motivated Jeremy Corbyn’s attack on Morgan Stanley and bankers generally? With George Parker, Alex Barker, Martin Wolf and Miranda Green of the Financial Times. Presented by Sebastian Payne. Produced by Madison Darbyshire. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Settling the Brexit bill and Corbyn vs. bankers
December 02, 2017 04:55 - 28 minutes - 39.7 MBHas the UK agreed a financial settlement with the EU? What does this mean for making progress with Brexit? Plus, what motivated Jeremy Corbyn’s attack on Morgan Stanley and bankers generally? With George Parker, Alex Barker, Martin Wolf and Miranda Green of the Financial Times. Presented by Sebastian Payne. Produced by Madison Darbyshire. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Hammond's Budget success and the Irish border conundrum
November 25, 2017 00:00 - 26 minutes - 35.8 MBThis week's budget went without a hitch for the May government, but what does the future hold for the economy? And why was Labour's response so poor? Plus, can cooler heads prevail over brokering a new relationship between Northern Ireland and the Irish Republic after Brexit? With Chris Giles, Arthur Beesley and Miranda Green of the Financial Times. Presented by Sebastian Payne. Produced by Madison Darbyshire. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.