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7月26日 · 附贈內容

Live on Downing Street | Andy Burnham Becomes PM

Andy Burnham has officially become the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, marking the country’s 7th PM since 2016. Join host Calum Macdonald live from Downing Street on this special episode of The Sources Podcasts as we break down every moment of this historic handover of power. From Keir Starmer’s departure speech to Andy Burnham’s note-free address to the nation, we cover the immediate reactions, political strategy, and shock Cabinet appointments shaping the new UK government. In this episode: - Keir Starmer’s final speech and exit to Buckingham Palace. - Andy Burnham’s vision: Ending rough sleeping, re-industrialisation, and cost-of-living relief. - Expert analysis with Patrick Maguire (The Times), Cathy Newman (Times Radio/Sky News), Anna Mikhailova (Times Radio), Peter Cardwell (Talk), Alexander Brown (Daily Mirror), Stefan Boscia (The Times), Andrew Quinn (The Scotsman), and Kate Ferguson (Sun on Sunday). - Breaking Cabinet Announcements: John Healey as Chancellor, Ed Miliband as Foreign Secretary, Shabana Mahmood as Home Secretary, and Louise Haigh as Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster. 💬 What do you think of Andy Burnham's new Cabinet? Will his 10-year plan stabilise UK politics? Let us know 🔔 Don't forget to LIKE, SHARE, and SUBSCRIBE for more expert UK political analysis from The Sources Podcast network! #AndyBurnham #KeirStarmer #UKPolitics #DowningStreet #Number10 #BritishPolitics #LabourParty #UKPrimeMinister #TheSourcesPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
7月17日

Who Will Be Part of Burnham's Front Bench Team?

As Andy Burnham prepares to enter Downing Street on Monday, the Whitehall Sources team goes behind the scenes of yet another transfer of power in Westminster. In this episode, Calum Macdonald, Jo Tanner, and James Nation break down the high-stakes chess game of Burnham’s upcoming cabinet reshuffle. Will Shabana Mahmood be named Chancellor? Is Ed Miliband a massive risk or an indispensable domestic policy visionary? And what does the rise of the Greater Manchester Mayor mean for the future of UK devolution? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
7月10日

Clacton Shmacton - Farage vs Binface

On today's episode of the Whitehall Sources podcast, Calum Macdonald, Jo Tanner and James Nation discuss the fallout to Nigel Farage's triggering a by-election in his own seat of Clacton.With most parties not standing his main challenger seems to be Count Binface.... Does this by-election even matter and should it get media attention, or is it a political stunt from the Reform UK leader that is best left alone? Later, the trio are joined by Alex Thomas from the Institute for Government, to discuss how soon-to-be Prime Ministers get ready for the highest office in the land. What is Andy Burnham thinking and planning ahead of his time in No. 10 and is there anything he is missing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
6月26日

The Next Boris Johnson...Andy Burnham, by Jen Williams

Is Andy Burnham destined to be the next Prime Minister? In this episode of Whitehall Sources, Calum Maconald, Jo Tanner, and James Nation break down the imminent "coronation" of the former Greater Manchester Mayor as the potential next leader of the Labour Party. We are joined by Financial Times Northern England Correspondent Jennifer Williams to unpack what a decade of covering Burnham reveals about his leadership style, his weaknesses, and his "Manchesterism" vision for the UK economy. From his explosive COVID-19 showdowns to his comparisons with Boris Johnson and FDR's New Deal, we explore how Burnham plans to reinvent national renewal—and whether his famous charm will survive the ruthless central government press machine. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
6月3日

Jack McConnell, Alex Cole-Hamilton & Ivan McKee | Scotland 2050

On today's episode of Holyrood Sources, Calum Macdonald and Andy Maciver record live from The Assembly Rooms in Edinburgh at the Scotland 2050 Conference. The conference brings together people from the world of business, politics and civic society to discuss Scotland's long term potential. Former First Minister Lord Jack McConnell, Scottish Lib-Dem Leader Alex Cole-Hamilton and Cabinet Secretary for Public Service Reform Ivan McKee join Calum and Andy. They discuss where the country sits after the 2026 Scottish Parliament election and how politicians can start to look at the big picture. Is Scotland in need of total public service reform?Will Peter Murrell's guilty plea hurt Scottish politics in the long term, and would a parliamentary inquiry help?How does the new cabinet balance providing high quality public services whilst maintaining the Scottish economy? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
7月3日

Andy Burnham's Plan: Tax, Devolution & The Next Chancellor

As Andy Burnham prepares for a potential move into Downing Street, the team breaks down his massive devolution speech in Manchester. Is "Number 10 North" a stroke of political genius or just rearranging deckchairs? In this episode of Whitehall Sources, Calum Macdonald, Jo Tanner, and James Nation dive into the intense speculation surrounding Burnham’s upcoming cabinet. Will Ed Miliband grab the Chancellor spot? Is Angela Rayner heading back to housing? Plus, we break down the reality of Burnham's tax "room for maneuver," the looming autumn budget, and whether the Labour Party is truly ready for radical welfare reform. 💬 What do you think? Will Andy Burnham stick to the manifesto, or are tax rises inevitable this autumn? 📥 Get in touch: WhatsApp us: 033-404-6507 (Start your message with 'Whitehall') // Email: hello@whitehallsources.com Subscribe for weekly insider insights straight from Westminster! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
6月22日

Keir Starmer Resigns: How Andy Burnham is Seizing Power

Sir Keir Starmer has announced he is standing down as Prime Minister. In this emergency episode of Whitehall Sources, Calum Macdonald, political strategist Jo Tanner, and former No. 10 deputy policy chief James Nation take you inside the room for one of the most shocking days in modern Westminster history. How did Starmer’s authority evaporate just two years into his premiership? From the catastrophic fallout of the budget and the Mandelson affair to the historic Makerfield by-election victory, we break down exactly why the game was up for Starmer. Plus, we look at the incredible visuals of Andy Burnham’s arrival in Westminster. With over 200 Labour MPs rushing to be in his selfie, power has officially shifted. Is a Burnham coronation inevitable? What does a Burnham government mean for the economy, devolution, and the markets? And what is it actually like inside Number 10 when a Prime Minister resigns? If you want to stay inside politics at Westminster, make sure to hit that SUBSCRIBE button and turn on notifications! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
06/08/2025

Scottish Politics Needs Big Ideas... So Where Are They?

In this episode of the Holyrood Sources podcast, hosts Calum MacDonald, Geoff Aberdeen, and Andy Maciver take your questions. They discuss the departure of Kate Forbes from the SNP and its implications, touching on her appeal to centrist voters and the challenges facing the party. The conversation then moves onto the broader political landscape, including the potential return of Ian Blackford, coalition possibilities, and the role of mayors in Scotland. The hosts engage with listener questions, reflecting on the need for bold political ideas and the current state of political engagement in Scotland. The episode concludes with a call for more substantive political discourse. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
1月22日

Tories Kick Out MS & Eluned Morgan Fights Back

🔴 Welcome to Senedd Sources, your inside look at Welsh politics. In this episode, Ollie Cole, Craig Lawton and Jo Kiernan to unpack the latest political drama: Welsh Conservatives’ James Evans kicked out amid talks with Reform UKThe influence of Nigel Farage and the Reform UK narrative in WalesEluned Morgan’s strategy and positioning ahead of the 2026 Senedd electionsVoter engagement, manifesto scrutiny, and the disconnect between politicians and the public We break down how party messaging, grassroots support, and polling trends are shaping Wales’ political landscape. From “Britain is broken” debates to the Labour Party’s electoral strategy, get the inside story you won’t find anywhere else. 💬 Send your questions or comments via WhatsApp: 0333 404 6507 (start your message with “Senedd”) or email: hello@seneddsources.com. We may feature them in the next episode! ✅ Subscribe to Senedd Sources for weekly insights on Welsh politics: [Insert Channel Link] 🎥 Watch full episodes on YouTube and never miss a political update. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
24/12/2025

Christmas Special: 2025 in Welsh Politics & Lord Simon Hart

In this Senedd Sources Christmas special, Ollie Cole, Jo Kiernan and Craig Lawton look back on a remarkable year in Welsh politics — from the rise of Reform UK and the Caerphilly by-election shock, to the fallout from the Nathan Gill scandal, and the countdown to the 2026 Senedd election. We’re also joined by Simon Hart, former Welsh Secretary, Chief Whip, and now Lord Hart of Tenby, to discuss his explosive political diary Ungovernable: The Political Diaries of a Chief Whip— an inside account of government during the Boris Johnson, Liz Truss and Rishi Sunak years. In this episode:Why Reform UK surged in WalesWhat Caerphilly revealed about voter behaviourThe new Senedd constituency boundariesThe Nathan Gill caseSimon Hart on Covid, devolution, whips, and party chaos 🎄 A perfect Christmas listen for anyone interested in Welsh politics. 📱 WhatsApp your questions: 0333 404 6507 (start with “Senedd”) 📩 Email: hello@seneddsources.com 🎧 Subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Top advisers to our significant political leaders analyse the successes and failures of today's politics, sharing their experiences of working in Whitehall. Jo Tanner is a political adviser and strategist who's worked with politicians from all parties - she's Managing Partner at Rud Pedersen UK. James Nation was Deputy Head of the Number 10 Policy Unit, Special Adviser to the Chancellor Rishi Sunak and is now Managing Director at Forefront Advisers. Journalist and broadcaster Calum Macdonald manages their in-tray of talking points, U-turns and crises. From parties in Westminster to the tactics of SpAds, this is your exclusive insight into how politics is done and how politicians work. We welcome insiders and analysts to join the conversation each week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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The Holyrood Sources podcast analyses Scottish politics through the experiences of those who have lived and breathed it as Special Advisers to the Scottish Government, SNP and opposition parties. Join hosts Calum Macdonald, Geoff Aberdein (Chief of Staff to the First Minister, 2007-2014) and Andy Maciver (Former Head of Communications for the Scottish Conservatives) as they take you inside Scottish politics. Their insight is second to none - they've been there, lived it, and maintain remarkable connections to Scotland's politicians and the world of Scottish politics. Join our mailing list and check out our latest live events: click holyroodsources.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Welcome inside politics in Northern Ireland. Listen to the podcast which brings you analysis, insight and experience from Stormont. Join journalist, David McCann, plus Tim Cairns, a former Special Advisor to Peter Robinson and Head of Policy for the DUP and Micheal McKernan, a former Special Advisor in the SDLP worked in the Executive from 2007-2016. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Live on Downing Street | Andy Burnham Becomes PM

Who Will Be Part of Burnham's Front Bench Team?

Clacton Shmacton - Farage vs Binface

The Next Boris Johnson...Andy Burnham, by Jen Williams

Jack McConnell, Alex Cole-Hamilton & Ivan McKee | Scotland 2050

Andy Burnham's Plan: Tax, Devolution & The Next Chancellor

Keir Starmer Resigns: How Andy Burnham is Seizing Power

Scottish Politics Needs Big Ideas... So Where Are They?

Tories Kick Out MS & Eluned Morgan Fights Back

Christmas Special: 2025 in Welsh Politics & Lord Simon Hart

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