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Whitehall Sources

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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.

  1. 4日前

    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.

    39 分鐘

  2. 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.

    38 分鐘

  3. 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.

    42 分鐘
  4. Andy Burnham’s Landslide Victory Changes Everything | Feed Swap

    6月19日

    Andy Burnham’s Landslide Victory Changes Everything | Feed Swap

    FEED SWAP: We introduce you to the Political Business podcast, hosted by Nathan Parsad-Wyatt and Kevin McKeever ------- Andy Burnham has secured a historic landslide victory in the Makerfield by-election, taking 55% of the vote and delivering a massive blow to Reform UK. Is this the end of the road for Prime Minister Keir Starmer?  In this episode of Political Business, hosts Nathan Parsad-Wyatt and Kevin McKeever break down the dramatic ground war in Makerfield, how Burnham successfully mobilized "unicorn" non-voters, and why Westminster is preparing for an imminent shift in Labour leadership.  We also sit down with polling expert Scarlett Maguire (Founder & MD of Merlin Strategy) to dissect the hard data, explore the surprising Conservative by-election win in Aberdeen, and analyze what a potential Burnham Premiership means for the future of British politics and business. 📌 SUBSCRIBE for more deep dives into the intersection of British politics and business. #AndyBurnham #KeirStarmer #MakerfieldByElection #LabourParty #ReformUK #UKPolitics #PoliticalBusiness Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    38 分鐘

  5. 6月15日

    What is a Carent: Why Millions of Adult Children Are Secretly Burning Out

    In this Whitehall Sources special, Calum Macdonald, Jo Tanner and James Nation are joined by Adam Dunlop (CEO of Carents) and Dr. Jackie Gray (Carents Founder) to pull back the curtain on the UK's adult carer crisis. They dive deep into the economic, emotional, and structural battles facing 4 million adult children in the UK today.  Over 70% of carents are forced to leave the workforce or downplay their responsibilities due to societal stigma and broken local systems. We look at why Whitehall continues to fight over cash while ignoring the integrations that could save the UK economy billions.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    32 分鐘

  6. 6月12日

    John Healey Resigns

    On today’s episode of the Whitehall Sources podcast, Calum Macdonald, James Nation and Jo Tanner react to the breaking news that John Healey has resigned as Cabinet Secretary.  In a bombshell revelation, Healey’s resignation letter claimed that the government has been unwilling to “commit the resources that the nation needs to defend the country”.  What does this shock announcement mean for UK politics and for Keir Starmer’s crumbling premiership? Is there a chance that Healey himself will run for leader?  Is Britain actually becoming more unsafe and is the Defence Investment Plan (DIP) currently untenable?   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    37 分鐘

  7. 6月5日

    Political Fallout After the Murder of Henry Nowak

    On today's episode of Whitehall Sources, Calum Macdonald, Jo Tanner and James Nation discuss a week in UK politics that was dominated by only one story. The tragic murder of 18-year-old student Henry Novak and the subsequent release of harrowing police bodycam footage has sparked political reaction from party leaders, police men and women and members of the public. Calum, Jo and James discuss the tragedy and the political fallout: has this led to a serious discussion on "two-tier policing" rhetoric? Does it need to? ... and how are political leaders are navigating the tragic murder of Henry? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    31 分鐘

  8. 5月28日

    Tony Blair’s Brutal Reality Check and Alun Milburn on NEETs

    This week, Calum Macdonald, Jo Tanner and James Nation dive into another week of political drama. We dissect Sir Tony Blair’s explosive 5,700-word essay critiquing the current administration's lack of a coherent plan for a fast-changing world. Why has Downing Street stayed completely silent and Is Starmer's stubborn leadership style costing the party its grip on power? We also break down former Health Secretary Alan Milburn’s damning new report on the youth unemployment crisis. With over 1 million young people now classified as NEETs (Not in Employment, Education, or Training), the team exposes the structural red tape, apprenticeship failures, and mental health challenges pushing young Brits out of entry-level jobs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    32 分鐘
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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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    2022年 - 2026年
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