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Newscast

The UK?s flagship daily news podcast from the BBC, Newscast dives into the day?s big stories so you?re never out of your depth. Newscast picks the brains of BBC News experts so you?re ready if someone picks yours, covering the latest developments in politics in Westminster and beyond, what the cost of living means for the money in your pocket and the impact of climate change. Can Rishi Sunak bring down inflation? Will Sir Keir Starmer and the Labour Party win the next general election? Newscast will give you all the best insights from BBC News so you?re across all the day?s top stories. Newscast is hosted by trusted journalists including Adam Fleming, BBC Political Editor Chris Mason, Laura Kuenssberg and Paddy O?Connell. Joined by special guests, including Lyse Doucet, Katya Adler, Marianna Spring, John Simpson and Victoria Derbyshire among others. With potentially just under a year until the general election, Newscast will track all the developments from Westminster - as well as following all the big developments around the world, from Israel-Gaza, Ukraine to the United States. Catch Newscast seven-days a week and watch on BBC One at 23:40 on Thursday night or later on BBC iPlayer GET IN TOUCH: You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Send us a message or voicenote via WhatsApp to 03301239480 Email [email protected] Or us #Newscast

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Banksy is Back + The New Deep Sea Treasure Hunting

Today, we look at the return of Banksy after a new mural appeared overnight on a building in North London. And we look at why some potato-sized lumps on the seabed could be so valuable. Crowds have gathered in Finsbury Park to see the latest Banksy, a green spray painted tree mural on an empty building. What is its message? And does the artist still have the appeal they once did? Adam speaks with James Peak, the creator of the BBC Radio 4 series, ?The Banksy Story.?

Plus, the dispute going on over precious metals found in deepest parts of the ocean. The lumps contain crucial battery minerals including copper and cobalt, but some environmental groups say attempts to collect the materials could damage unique habitats. Adam looks at what?s at stake with oceanographer and co-host of the Radio 4?s ?Rare Earth? series, Dr Helen Czerski, and BBC climate editor Justin Rowlatt.

You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Jack Maclaren with Miranda Slade and Teodora Agarici. The technical producer was Hannah Montgomery. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham

2024-03-18
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Has UK politics got a racism problem?

A senior cabinet minister has denied the Conservative Party has a problem with race after accepting at least £10m from a donor who is accused of racism.

The Transport Secretary Mark Harper was talking to Laura.

Paddy?s been speaking to Labour?s Dame Margaret Beckett - who first served under Harold Wilson?s government in the 1970s, and a youth parliament member Dev Sharma who said he?s no longer considering a career in politics due to polarisation.

Henry Zeffman helps the two of them unpack the political talking points of the day, as well as Laura?s interview with the brother of Princess Diana, Earl Spencer.

You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere

Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Paddy O?Connell and Laura Kuenssberg. It was made by Chris Flynn and Josh Jenkins. The technical producer was Sam Dickinson. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.

2024-03-17
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Earl Spencer: The Interview

Hear Laura?s full interview with Princess Diana?s brother, Earl Spencer.

In this wide-ranging conversation he reveals he and his sister suffered violent punishments at home - and, after weeks of speculation online around Kate Middleton?s health and whereabouts, he explains whether he thinks the pressures on the current Princess of Wales were more potent than those on his sister.

If you have been affected by any of the issues mentioned in this episode, you can find help and support here https://www.bbc.co.uk/actionline

You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere

Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Laura Kuenssberg. It was made by Tim Walklate. The technical producer was Sam Dickinson. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.

2024-03-17
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Princess Diana?s brother opens up

Earl Spencer tells Laura about the abuse he and Diana suffered as children?

In his new book, A Very Private School, Spencer reveals that he and his sister were abused as children. Plus, he suggests that press attention suffered by his sister was ?more dangerous? than the attention online surrounding the current Princess of Wales.

And Chris Mason is literally quizzed by Paddy and Laura about Vaughan Gething, who will replace Mark Drakeford as Wales? first minister after winning the Welsh Labour leadership election.

You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere

Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Laura Kuenssberg and Paddy O?Connell. It was made by Tim Walklate with Adam Chowdhury and Chris Flynn. The technical producer was Sam Dickinson. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.

If you have been affected by any of the issues mentioned in this episode, you can find help and support here https://www.bbc.co.uk/actionline

2024-03-16
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Putin's Russia: An election without democracy?

Today is the first day of voting in Russia's presidential election which is all but certain to hand Vladimir Putin another six years in power.

Adam is joined by Catherine Belton, journalist and author of Putin?s People, and former British Defence Attaché to Moscow John Foreman. They discuss the tactics used to fixed the election, Macron?s failed attempts at diplomacy and how interested Rishi Sunak is in foreign policy.

You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Jack Maclaren with Gemma Roper, Miranda Slade and Sam McLaren. The technical producer was Matt Hewitt. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.

2024-03-15
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When Will The Election Be? (Not May 2nd)

Today, we look at the prime minister ruling out a general election on May 2nd, the same day as the local elections. And we look at what extremism means after a new definition was revealed by the government.

After days of speculation in Westminster, Rishi Sunak has told ITV News there won?t be an election on May 2nd to coincide with the local elections. Adam and Chris discuss whether this means the election will now definitely be in autumn, and why rumours of a May election had grown this week. Plus communities secretary Michael Gove joins Newscast to explain why the government has adopted a new definition of extremism. It will be used by government officials to cut ties or funding to groups deemed to have crossed a line. But why was it needed now?

You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere

Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Jack Maclaren with Miranda Slade. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.

2024-03-14
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Rishi Sunak and the Ten Million Pound Question

Today, we look at the prime minister?s refusal to return a £10 million donation from a Conservative donor who reportedly said MP Diane Abbott ?should be shot?. Plus are women who freeze their eggs being ?misled? by some clinics?

PMQs was today dominated by the ongoing row surrounding alleged comments made about the former Labour MP Abbott by tory donor Frank Hester. The PM said Mr Hester's alleged comments were "wrong" and "racist", but he told MPs his "remorse should be accepted". Diane Abbott repeatedly tried to ask a question during PMQs, but did not succeed in getting the speaker to call her. Adam and Chris look at Rishi Sunak?s handling of the row. And why Diane Abbott has also called out the Labour party response?

And a BBC investigation has revealed that up to 4 in 10 fertility clinics may be breaching advertising guidelines, by not making the success rates of women who choose to freeze their eggs clear. Adam is joined by professor Geeta Nargund, a senior NHS consultant, and BBC investigative reporter Anna Collinson. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Jack Maclaren with Gemma Roper and Teodora Agarici. The technical producer was Philip Bull. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham

2024-03-13
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PM: Tory donor?s alleged Diane Abbott comments are ?racist?

Today, we look at the reaction to the alleged comments made by Tory donor Frank Hester as well as warnings from a watchdog that pet owners are overpaying for medicines. Adam and Chris discuss the reported remarks by Frank Hester, who has donated £10 million to the Conservative Party, after Rishi Sunak?s person described the donor?s comments as ?racist?.

Mr Hester's company said he "accepts that he was rude about Diane Abbott in a private meeting several years ago but his criticism had nothing to do with her gender nor colour of skin".

It said he had tried to apologise directly to her for the hurt he has caused, and is deeply sorry for his remarks.

Dale Vince, Labour Party donor and CEO of Ecotricity tells Adam what it?s like to be a donor of a political party. And the Competition and Markets Authority has warned that vet practices are not being transparent about the prices of pet medicines. Adam is joined by Claire Batty, a vet from Lancashire, and BBC reporter Jim Connolly. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Chris Flynn with Gemma Roper and Joe Wilkinson. The technical producer was Hannah Montgomery. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.

2024-03-12
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Lee Anderson defects to Reform UK + Kate?s edited photo

Today we look at Lee Anderson defecting to Reform and the Kate Middleton photo that everyone?s talking about.

The former deputy chairman of the Conservatives became Reform?s first MP. The party?s leader Richard Tice explains why he wants Lee Anderson in the party.

Plus the BBC?s royal correspondent, Daniella Relph, and disinformation and social media correspondent, Marianna Spring explain what caused picture agencies to reject that photo of the Princess of Wales and her children. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Chris Flynn with Gemma Roper and Joe Wilkinson. The technical producer was Philip Bull. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.

2024-03-11
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Oscars Newscast Special!

Today, we look at the highlights from the 2024 Oscars ceremony in Los Angeles.

Oppenheimer was the big winner of the night taking home seven Oscars while Ryan Gosling stole the show with his performance of ?I?m Just Ken?. Emma Stone won Best Actress for her performance in Poor Things and Al Pacino caused confusion with his announcement of the winner of Best Picture.

Adam is joined by the BBC?s culture editor Katie Razzell, Radio 1?s film critic Ali Plumb and Emma Vardy drops in from the Vanity Fair red carpet in LA.

You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere

Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Chris Gray with Gemma Roper. The technical producer was Matt Hewitt. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.

2024-03-11
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The Real Rachel Reeves + An Update on Kate

Today, we look at whether Labour?s plans for the economy are substantially different to the government?s or not. And we get an update on the Princess of Wales.

The shadow chancellor told Laura she would be "methodically" looking at ways to pay for Labour's existing spending pledges. But Reeves did not rule out making cuts in some areas. So how different are Labour?s plans to the government?s? Adam and Laura discuss with chief political correspondent Henry Zeffman.

And the first official photo of the Princess of Wales since her surgery has been released by Kensington Palace. Will this end some of the more extreme theories around the princess?s absence from the public stage?

You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming and Laura Kuenssberg. It was made by Jack Maclaren with Madeleine Drury. The technical producer was Mike Regaard. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.

2024-03-10
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The Biggest Political Gossip of the Week?

As the dust settles on the spring budget, Laura and Adam discuss disquiet among some Cabinet members. And Laura reveals some remarkable Westminster gossip....

Plus, we reflect on Theresa May?s time at Downing Street, as she joins nearly 60 current and former tory MPs that have decided to quit ahead of the next general election. Would she have handled Covid differently if she was still in charge? You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming and Laura Kuenssberg . It was made by Jack Maclaren with Madeleine Drury. The technical producer was Mike Regaard. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.

2024-03-09
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Theresa Rules Out a May Election

Today we look at the announcement that Theresa May will leave the commons at the next election with two former close colleagues.

Ali Donnelly, her former deputy spokesperson tells Adam what it?s like to receive a death stare from her.

Former political adviser Cleo Watson says Brexit prevented her focussing on her real priorities.

Plus two mayors of the North West, Andy Burnham and Steve Rotheram speak to Adam about how they want to change the UK?s political system. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Today's Newscast was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Chris Flynn with Joe Wilkinson and Sam McLaren. The technical producer was Matt Hewitt. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.

2024-03-08
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Is there a 'conspiracy of silence' over spending cuts?

The Conservatives and Labour have been accused of a "conspiracy of silence" over the scale of spending cuts or tax rises by an influential think tank.

Tough decisions would need to be made following the next election, the Institute for Fiscal Studies said.

A day after the Budget, Adam and Chris ask Work and Pensions Secretary Mel Stride what that would mean if the Conservatives won it.

We also ask if it?s right for the public to pay for the government?s legal fees generated after Science Secretary Michelle Donelan falsely suggested an academic backed Hamas.

And - after Rishi Sunak revealed his dishwasher stacking habits to Grazia magazine, we ask a former features editor of Vogue and political communication strategist the art of the non political interview with politicians.

Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming and Chris Mason. It was made by Chris Flynn with Gemma Roper. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.

2024-03-07
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Everything you need to know about the Budget? and probably more

The Chancellor Jeremy Hunt has delivered the last Budget before the general election.

Adam and Chris are joined by Dharshini David and Faisal Islam who discuss Hunt?s measures, Labour?s response, and what they mean for you. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Chris Flynn with Miranda Slade and Sam McLaren. The technical producer was Daffyd Evans. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.

2024-03-06
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Consider it Don - Not So Super Tuesday?

Today, we look at Super Tuesday, where Americans are voting for their presidential candidate across 15 states + What impact do reparations for slavery have here in the UK?

Donald Trump and Joe Biden look all but set to secure their party?s nominations, but what can we learn about the coming Presidential election from the results? And why is Nikki Hayley hanging on? Adam is joined by former White House chief of staff, Mick Mulvaney.

Plus the Church of England has been told a £100m fund to right slavery wrongs is ?not enough? in a new report. Author, Sathnam Sanghera, explains what difference reparations can make. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Jack Maclaren with Sam McLaren and Joe Wilkinson. The technical producer was Ricardo McCarthy. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.

2024-03-05
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How Donald Trumped The Supreme Court

Today, we look at the US Supreme Court?s decision that Trump was wrongly removed from Colorado primary ballot.

Colorado barred Trump from the state's ballot in December arguing the former president incited the 2021 Capitol riot. The decision all but ends efforts in other states to ban him from ballots. With a healthy poll lead, does this secure Donald Trump?s path to challenge for the presidency? Adam speaks to BBC US Special Correspondent Katty Kay.

And HMP Chief Inspector of Prisons, Charlie Taylor joins Adam to talk about the problems facing the UK prison system alongside BBC home and legal correspondent Dominic Casciani and host of the Life After Prison podcast, Jules Rowan. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Jack Maclaren and Gemma Roper with Sam McLaren. The technical producer was Hannah Montgommery. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham

2024-03-04
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Jeremy on the Hunt for Tax Cuts

Today, we analyse Laura?s interview with the Chancellor Jeremy Hunt ahead of the budget.

Laura and Paddy are joined by Torsten Bell from the Resolution Foundation to shed some light on what goes into making a budget and whether the chancellor has any room to manoeuvre this week.

And Mariano Janin, the father of Mia Janin, a teenager who took her own life talks to Laura. He believes his daughter was being cyber bullied on social media by her classmates. Mr Janin wants to use his platform to advocate for new cyberbullying laws.

You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Laura Kuenssberg and Paddy O?Connell. It was made by Chris Gray with Joe Wilkinson. The technical producer was Jonny Baker. The senior news editor is Jonathan Aspinwall.

2024-03-03
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Sunak's Speech Against Extremism + What to Expect in the Budget

Today, we reflect on Rishi Sunak?s statement outside Downing Street on extremism and we look ahead to next week?s budget.

Laura and Paddy break down the Prime Minister?s speech yesterday evening and explain what he was trying to achieve with it.

And the budget will be announced on Wednesday afternoon, and it is reportedly, not going to be a budget that the chancellor, Jeremy Hunt, would have hoped for at the start of the year. To explain why, Laura and Paddy are joined by the BBC?s economics editor, Faisal Islam.

You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Laura Kuenssberg and Paddy O?Connell. It was made by Chris Gray with Joe Wilkinson. The technical producer was Emma Crowe. The senior news editor is Jonathan Aspinwall.

2024-03-02
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Sunak?s Surprise Downing Street Speech

It?s double episode Newscast kind of day! Rishi Sunak has made a surprise statement in Downing Street.

He said democracy is being targeted by extremists, and there are forces that are "trying to tear us apart". Adam speaks to deputy political editor Vicky Young to discuss why Rishi Sunak made this speech today and what message he was trying to get across.

And Newsnight Political Editor Nicholas Watt gives us an insight into why Rochdale by-election winner George Galloway is so controversial.

You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Jack Maclaren with Gemma Roper and Sam McLaren. The technical producer was Rohan Madison. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Jonathan Aspinwall.

2024-03-01
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George Galloway Wins the Rochdale By-Election

Today, we look at the result from the by-election in Rochdale.

George Galloway from the Workers Party of Britain won with a resounding majority. Independent candidate David Tully came second as Labour and the Conservatives only received just over a quarter of the vote put together to come third and fourth. Is this a clear rejection of Keir Starmer?s position on Gaza?

Adam is in the studio, Chris is in a bumpy car, and they are joined by pollster, Scarlett Maguire, and North West Tonight Political Editor, Annabel Tiffin.

You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Chris Gray with Joe Wilkinson and Gemma Roper. The technical producer was Sam Dickinson . The senior news editor is Jonathan Aspinwall.

2024-03-01
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Sadiq Khan on Sarah Everard Murder + Islamophobia

Today, we look at the missed opportunities to stop Sarah Everard?s killer Wayne Couzens.

An independent review has found Police "repeatedly failed" to spot warning signs about Couzens? unsuitability to be an officer. Couzens abducted, raped and murdered Ms Everard while off duty in March 2021. The review also calls for a radical overhaul of police vetting and recruitment. Adam and Chris speak to Mayor of London Sadiq Khan. They also discuss with Mayor Khan islamophobia and the comments of Lee Anderson.

You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere

Today's Newscast was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Jack Maclaren with Gemma Roper and Sam McLaren. The assistant editor was Chris Gray. The senior news editor was Jonathan Aspinwall.

2024-02-29
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Panic alarms and bodyguards: How unsafe are MPs?

Today, we look at the government announcement of £31m for MPs? security with politicians from both sides of the house.

Labour MP Kim Leadbeater speaks to Adam about the threats she faces, how she deals with them, and what?s changed in the years since the murder of her sister Jo Cox in 2016.

Conservative MP Tobias Ellwood joins Adam and Chris to give his view on the new security measures, following protestors recently targeting his family home.

You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Today's Newscast was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Chris Flynn with Sam McLaren and Miranda Slade. The technical producer was Hannah Montgomery. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Jonathan Aspinwall.

2024-02-28
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Bankrupt Birmingham + Could Reproductive Rights Derail Trump?

Today, we look at the financial crisis at Birmingham City Council, which has led to the ?largest? budget cut in local authority history + How is IVF impacting the US Presidential Race?

The council is attempting to fill a £300m budget shortfall over the next two years after effectively declaring itself bankrupt in September. Plans to tackle the deficit over the next two years were signed off by the cabinet on Tuesday ahead of being voted on by the full council on 5 March. Adam speaks to BBC political correspondent Alex Forsyth and Jane Haynes politics editor at Birmingham Live.

Plus, as Alabama?s supreme court defines frozen embryos as children, many IVF clinics stop their work. To find out more about the reproductive rights debate which is splitting the US Republican party Adam speaks to US special correspondent Katty Kay and chief election & campaign correspondent for CBS News, Robert Costa. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Jack Maclaren with Joe Wilkinson and Sam McLaren. The technical producer was Ricardo McCarthy. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Jonathan Aspinwall.

2024-02-27
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No Apology by Lee Anderson + SNP v Speaker (Round 2)

Today, we look at the continued row over Lee Anderson?s refusal to apologise for comments aimed at Sadiq Khan. The Ashfield MP has said his words were ?clumsy?, but said saying sorry ?would be a sign of weakness?. Rishi Sunak says the comments by Mr Anderson were ?wrong? but fell short of describing them as Islamophobic.

Plus Adam and Chris are joined by leader of the SNP in the House of Commons, Stephen Flynn who says the Speaker Lindsay Hoyle is ?pulling parliament into disrepute?.

You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Jack Maclaren with Miranda Slade and Sam McLaren. The technical producer was Hannah Montgomery. The assistant editor was Chris Gray. The senior news editor was Jonathan Aspinwall.

2024-02-26
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Lee Anderson, Suella Braverman, and the future of the Conservative Party

Today we look at the Conservative party?s response to Lee Anderson?s comments about the London Mayor Sadiq Khan.

Laura?s been talking to the Deputy PM Oliver Dowden. Paddy?s interviewed the former justice secretary Robert Buckland.

Newsnight political editor Nick Watt is also in the Newscast studio for analysis on the politics of it all, and he helps us get to the bottom of the row over whether the Speaker was threatened before his key Commons decision.

Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Laura Kuenssberg and Paddy O?Connell. It was made by Chris Flynn with Catherine Fusillo. The technical producer was Jonny Baker. The assistant editor is Chris Gray and the senior news editor is Jonathan Aspinwall.

2024-02-25
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Lee Anderson suspended from Tory party over Sadiq Khan comments

Today, we look at the reasons behind Lee Anderson?s suspension from the Tory party after "refusing to apologise" for comments aimed at Sadiq Khan. The London Mayor has accused Anderson of racism.

Laura and Paddy also speak to Vadym Prystaiko, former Ukrainian ambassador to the UK, about the two year anniversary of the Russian full scale invasion of Ukraine, and about his sacking by Volodymyr Zelensky.

You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere

Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Laura Kuenssberg and Paddy O?Connell. It was made by Chris Flynn with Catherine Fusillo and Samuel McLaren. The technical producer was Mike Regaard. The assistant editor is Chris Gray and the senior news editor is Jonathan Aspinwall.

2024-02-24
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No Return for Shamima Begum + Is This The Real Keir Starmer?

Today, we look at Shamima Begum losing her latest bid to regain UK citizenship, and the upcoming release of Keir Starmer?s political biography.

Begum has lost an appeal against a decision to revoke her UK citizenship. The 24 year old travelled to Syria aged 15 to join Islamic State Group, with the government revoking her citizenship in 2019. Is this the end of her legal options? Adam is joined by Joshua Baker, creator of ?I?m Not A Monster, The Shamima Begum Story?.

To hear the full story, listen on BBC Sounds here - https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/brand/p08yblkf

And, who is the real Keir Starmer? Adam speaks to his biographer Tom Baldwin about Starmer?s upbringing, his career before Westminster and claims he is ?boring?. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Jack Maclaren with Joe Wilkinson and Sam McLaren. The technical producer was Matt Hewitt. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Jonathan Aspinwall.

2024-02-23
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Speaker Hoyle on the Brink + Shapps on Ukraine

Today we look at the pressure building on Sir Lindsay Hoyle, and ask whether he could be replaced as speaker of the House of Commons?

Rishi Sunak says Sir Lindsay Hoyle's decision to break with convention on a Gaza ceasefire vote is "very concerning". More than 60 MPs now say they have no confidence in Hoyle, who has apologised twice for making the "wrong decision". Adam speaks to defence secretary Grant Shapps about that, the anniversary of the war in Ukraine and the failed Trident missile launch. Plus Adam hears how likely Hoyle is to be replaced from Chris and the Institute for Government?s Hannah White.

You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere

Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Jack Maclaren with Gemma Roper. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Jonathan Aspinwall.

2024-02-22
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Disorder Disorder in the House of Commons

Today we look at the chaotic scenes in Westminster over Gaza ceasefire votes.

A row erupted after the Commons Speaker allowed MPs to vote on a Labour motion on the Israel-Hamas conflict. The SNP and Conservatives accused Sir Lindsay Hoyle of breaking with precedent for allowing the votes - and chaos ensued.

Plus a row over who said what about government delays in payments to sub-postmasters.

Adam is joined by the BBC?s business editor, Simon Jack and Newsnight?s political editor, Nick Watt to go through both stories.

And a Trident missile has failed during a test for the second time in a row. Adam speaks to the man who revealed the news to the world, the Sun?s defence editor, Jerome Starkey.

You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere

Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Chris Flynn with Sam McLaren and Joe Wilkinson. The technical producer was Mike Regaard. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Jonathan Aspinwall.

2024-02-21
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Prince William Intervenes in Israel Gaza + Are Farmers Turning Against the Tories?

Today, we look at Prince William?s calls to end the fighting in Israel and Gaza, as the US warn Israel not to invade the city of Rafah.

The US has vetoed a resolution at the UN demanding an immediate ceasefire in Gaza after proposing its own draft urging a temporary ceasefire. Plus Labour change their stance as they call for an immediate humanitarian ceasefire for the first time. To find out why, Adam and Chris speak to international editor Jeremy Bowen.

And Rishi Sunak announces support for farmers as he describes the industry as ?in crisis?. Adam is joined by the president of the National Farmers Union, Minette Batters.

You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Jack Maclaren with Sam McLaren and Joe Wilkinson. The technical producer was Hannah Montgomery. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Jonathan Aspinwall.

2024-02-20
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No More Phones 4u School Kids

Today, we look at new guidance given to schools on mobile phones + whether citizens? assemblies could help solve some of the big issues in our democracy.

The government has announced new advice for schools in England to try to stop mobile phone use. To explain what difference it will make, Adam is joined in the studio by the BBC?s education editor, Branwen Jeffreys, former children?s commissioner, Anne Longfield and headteacher Becky Arnold.

And Labour could implement citizens? assemblies to propose new laws if they win the election. Shadow health secretary Wes Streeting has suggested they may be used to tackle sensitive issues like assisted dying. Adam is joined in the studio by the CEO of Demos, Polly Curtis.

You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Jack Maclaren with Sam McLaren and Joe Wilkinson. The technical producer was Johnny Baker. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Jonathan Aspinwall.

2024-02-19
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Can the Tories win back the Reform vote?

Today, we look at where the Conservatives go now after big byelection losses in the week, and how the West might respond to the death of the Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny.

Laura and Paddy are joined by BBC chief political correspondent Henry Zeffman to discuss the challenges the Conservatives face from Reform and Labour?s divisions over a ceasefire in the Israel-Gaza conflict.

We also hear from the wives of two politicians in prison. The exiled Belrusian opposition politician Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya?s husband Sergei is being held in Belarus, and Evgenia Kara-Murza?s husband Vladimir Kara-Murza's husband is being held in Russia. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Laura Kuenssberg and Paddy O?Connell. It was made by Chris Flynn with Gemma Roper. The technical producer was Mike Regaard. The assistant editor is Chris Gray and the senior news editors are Sam Bonham and Jonathan Aspinwall.

2024-02-18
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Marina Litvinenko on the death of Alexei Navalny

Today, we look at the death of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny and speak to the youngest peer ever to be appointed to the House of Lords.

Laura and Paddy are joined by Marina Litvinenko, the wife of Alexander Litvinenko whose killing in London is suspected to have been carried out by Russian agents in 2006. She discusses how Alexei Navalny?s death reminds her of the murder of her husband.

When asked about how he died, Dmitry Peskov, Mr Putin's spokesman, said "medics must somehow figure this out".

And Carmen Smith, soon to become the country?s youngest peer at 27 talks about her joining the House of Lords, and how she wants to see it abolished. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Laura Kuenssberg and Paddy O?Connell. It was made by Chris Flynn with Gemma Roper and Joe Wilkinson. The technical producer was Mike Regaard. The assistant editor is Chris Gray and the senior news editors are Sam Bonham and Jonathan Aspinwall.

2024-02-17
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Ukrainecast: Alexei Navalny Reported Dead

Putin?s main rival, opposition politician Alexei Navalny, is dead according to the Russian prison service.

This is today's Ukrainecast episode, and we thought you might want to listen to it.

BBC correspondent Sarah Rainsford, who was herself expelled from Russia, explains what we know so far - and if the Kremlin could face any consequences. And Georgian-Russian writer Boris Akunin, a long-standing critic of Putin and personal friend of Navalny, gives his reaction to the news.

2024-02-16
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By-Election Newscast Special!

Today, we look at the results from a double by-election day in a special live version of Newscast.

Labour has won two by-elections in Wellingborough and Kingswood, overturning big Conservative majorities in the process. Where does this leave the government? How well did Reform do?

Adam and Paddy are in the studio, Chris is in a messy bedroom, and they are joined by pollster, Scarlett Maguire, Shadow Secretary of State for Science, Peter Kyle. Plus chief political correspondent, Henry Zeffman and political correspondent Iain Watson drop in from Wellingborough and Kingswood.

You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Jack Maclaren with Joe Wilkinson, Natasha Mayo, Gemma Roper and Sam McLaren. The technical producer was Dafydd Evans. The assistant editor is Chris Gray and the senior news editor is Jonathan Aspinwall.

2024-02-16
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Was The Recession Inevitable?

Today, we look at whether the UK could have been prevented from falling into a recession?

Official figures show people spending less, doctors' strikes and a fall in school attendance dragged the UK into recession at the end of last year. The figures raise questions over whether Rishi Sunak has met his pledge made last January to grow the economy. Adam and Chris speak to BBC Chief Economics Correspondent Dharshini David and Chief Executive of the Resolution Foundation Torsten Bell.

Plus, after taking centre stage at the Superbowl (kind of) is Taylor Swift the most influential person on the planet? Adam and Chris are joined by Vice Editor in chief Zing Tsjeng and Conservative MP & Swiftie Dehenna Davison.

You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Jack Maclaren with Gemma Roper. The assistant editor is Chris Gray and the senior news editor is Jonathan Aspinwall.

2024-02-15
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Biden, Trump and the Survival of Nato

Today, we look at whether Nato can survive another Trump presidency, and an investigation into the deepfake of London Mayor Sadiq Khan.

Nato defence spending has hit a record, as members of the defensive alliance are faced with rising Russian aggression and the potential election of Donald Trump. At a rally in South Carolina, Mr Trump said he would "encourage" Russia to attack any Nato member that did not meet its defence spending quota. Can Nato survive a Trump presidency? To find out, Adam speaks to former Commanding General of US Army Europe Ben Hodges.

Plus, Adam is joined by the BBC?s Disinformation and Social Media Correspondent Marianna Spring to discuss how AI could affect our next election. Marianna tells us about her investigation into the deepfake that circulated of London Mayor Sadiq Khan for her new podcast Why Do You Hate Me. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Jack Maclaren with Josh Jenkins, Natasha Mayo and Sam McLaren. The technical producer was Mike Regaard. The assistant editor is Chris Gray and the senior news editor is Jonathan Aspinwall.

2024-02-14
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Steve Wright Tributes + Labour Suspend Another Candidate

Today, we hear tributes to the DJ Steve Wright. We also look Labour?s suspension of a second parliamentary candidate after allegations he made comments about Israel.

Steve Wright, who presented programmes for BBC Radio 1 and Radio 2 for more than four decades, has died at the age of 69. We hear from his friends and former colleagues: fellow DJ Tony Blackburn and presenter Nicky Campbell.

Also Labour withdraws support for their candidate in the upcoming Rochdale by-election, Azhar Ali who claimed Israel had allowed the October 7th attacks by Hamas to happen. Mr Ali apologised, saying his comments were ?"deeply offensive, ignorant, and false". A second Labour parliamentary candidate has also been suspended for comments he made about Israel. Adam speaks to Professor of Politics at University of Strathclyde, Sir John Curtice, and Times Radio Presenter, Ayesha Hazarika.

You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.scom/newscastcommunityhere Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Jack Maclaren with Joe Wilkinson, Natasha Mayo and Sam McLaren. The technical producer was Dave O'Neil. The assistant editor is Chris Gray and the senior news editor is Jonathan Aspinwall.

2024-02-13
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Is the NHS ready for Alzheimer?s drug breakthroughs?

Adam is back from his holiday and in classic Newscast fashion, there's some breaking news just before we hit publish.

But earlier, we looked at warnings the NHS is unprepared to offer two breakthrough Alzheimer?s drugs.

Medical editor Fergus Walsh and Dr Susan Kohlhaas from Alzheimer's Research UK join Adam to discuss whether medical science could be overtaking the health system. And, Israel?s military focus has turned to the southern Gazan city of Rafah. International editor Jeremy Bowen explains what?s happening, and how the rest of the world is reacting.

You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Today's Newscast was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Chris Flynn with Joe Wilkinson, Natasha Mayo, and Clare Williamson. The technical producer was Ben Andrews. The assistant editor is Chris Gray and the editor is Jonathan Aspinwall.

2024-02-12
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How Do You Fix the UK's Housing Crisis?

The Conservatives first promised to end the right of landlords to evict tenants without a reason in 2019.

Now, five years later, the Housing Secretary reveals on Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg that it?ll become law in time for this year?s election.

Paddy has been speaking to Post Office campaigner Alan Bates after it was revealed that Fujitsu UK paid its top executives more than £26m in the 25 years since the controversial Horizon contract with the Post Office started.

And, we hear from Ralph Fiennes who spoke to Laura about why he isn?t a fan of trigger warnings in the theatre.

Today's Newscast was presented by Laura Kuenssberg and Paddy O?Connell. It was made by George Dabby with Josh Jenkins. The technical producer was Ricardo McCarthy. The senior news editor is Jonathan Aspinwall.

2024-02-11
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Are the Politics of Climate Change Going Out of Fashion?

Today we look at why Labour has U-turned on £28 billion of green spending ahead of the next general election and how attitudes towards climate policies have shifted in recent years.

Paddy and Laura also discuss the upcoming by-elections in Kingswood and Wellingborough and what voters in both constituencies are most concerned about.

And, why has Labour leader Keir Starmer appeared on the cover of Vogue?

You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere

Today's Newscast was presented by Laura Kuenssberg and Paddy O?Connell. It was made by George Dabby with Madeleine Drury. The technical producer was Gareth Jones. The senior news editor is Jonathan Aspinwall.

2024-02-10
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Is Biden Too Old?

Today, we look at whether Joe Biden is too old to run for President again?

Biden?s competency is under scrutiny after an investigation into the handling of classified documents found him to be ?a well-meaning, elderly man with a poor memory?. In fiery exchanges with reporters last night the President said ?My memory is fine. Take a look at what I?ve done since I?ve become President?. James is joined by the editor in chief of the Wall Street Journal Emma Tucker and North American Correspondent John Sudworth. Emma also brings us an update on jailed Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich.

And comedian and podcast host Matt Forde talks to Chris and James about being diagnosed with cancer and facing up to his treatment with laughter and optimism. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by James Cook. It was made by Jack Maclaren with Joe Wilkinson, Natasaha Mayo, and Clare Williamson. The technical producer was Mike Regaard. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Jonathan Aspinwall.

2024-02-09
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Keir Starmer's Big Green £28bn U-turn

Today, we look at Labour ditching it?s £28bn green investment pledge.

The spending, announced in 2021, had been a key part of the party's plans to reach climate targets and secure green jobs. The U-turn has already faced criticism from within Labour.

Chris has been speaking to Keir Starmer, who's blaming the Conservatives. James and Chris are also joined by the Scottish Labour Leader Anas Sarwar.

You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. Today's Newscast was presented by James Cook. It was made by Jack Maclaren with Gemma Roper. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Jonathan Aspinwall.

2024-02-08
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Calls for Sunak apology over PMQs trans jibe to Starmer

Today, we look at calls for the PM to apologise after joking about Labour's position on trans people when the mum of murdered teenager Brianna Ghey - who was transgender - was in Parliament.

Brianna?s father has told Sky News the comments were ?degrading?.

Chris talks James through the controversy.

And, the government has announced a package aimed at sorting problems in dentistry. Health correspondent Dominic Hughes explains the measures. Dentist Brenda Macmillan explains the problems. Patient Stephen Davies explains what it?s like being on the receiving end.

You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. Today's Newscast was presented by James Cook. It was made by Chris Flynn with Sam Maclaren, Josh Jenkins and Natasha Mayo. The technical producer was Mike Regaard. The editor is Jonathan Aspinwall.

2024-02-07
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Liz Truss & The Pop Cons

Today, we look at the return of Liz Truss and talk about online safety with the children?s commissioner for England.

Former prime minister Liz Truss launched the Popular Conservatism movement today alongside Tory backbench MPs including Sir Jacob Rees-Mogg and Lee Anderson. James Cook is joined by LBC?s Iain Dale and the political editor of Tortoise, Catherine Neilan, to discuss what the new faction means for Rishi Sunak.

And after Laura Kuenssberg?s interview at the weekend with Esther Ghey, mother of murdered teenager Brianna Ghey, we speak to the children?s commissioner for England Dame Rachel De Souza about keeping children safe online. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere

Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by James Cook. It was made by Jack Maclaren with George Dabby, Gemma Roper and Sam McLaren. The technical producer was Michael Regaard. The senior news editor is Jonathan Aspinwall.

2024-02-06
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King Charles diagnosed with cancer

Today we look at the news that King Charles III has been diagnosed with cancer.

Buckingham Palace announced that he began ?regular treatments? on Monday.

The statement also said that the King ?remains wholly positive about his treatment", but has stepped back from public duties.

Royal correspondent Daniela Relph talks us through details we know and don?t know about his condition. Political editor Chris Mason explains how this will affect the business of state. Health correspondent Dominic Hughes is on to talk about how the disease is treated.

You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Today's Newscast was presented by James Cook. It was made by Chris Flynn with Joe Wilkinson and Sam McLaren. The technical producer was Mike Regaard. The assistant editor was Chris Gray. The senior news editor was Jonathan Aspinwall.

2024-02-05
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Brianna Ghey?s Mum - The Full Interview

In an emotional interview the mother of murdered teenager Brianna Ghey says she is "open" to speaking to the mother of one of her daughter's killers.

Esther Ghey has also called for the government to stop children having access to social media apps on smartphones, calling the internet the "Wild West".

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2024-02-04
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Reaction to Brianna Ghey?s Mum?s interview

Today, we look at a campaign from the mother of murdered teenage Brianna Ghey to stop children having access to social media apps on smartphones.

Speaking for the first time since the killers? sentencing Ms Ghey called for the government to stop children having access to social media apps on smartphones, calling the internet the "Wild West". Esther Ghey also told Laura Kuenssberg she wanted the mother of Scarlett Jenkinson, one of Brianna?s murderers, to know she did not blame her for what happened.

Also, Chris is in Belfast as power sharing has been restored at Stormont. He?s been speaking to Northern Ireland?s first nationalist First Minister, Michelle O?Neill. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Laura Kuenssberg, Paddy O?Connell with Chris Mason. It was made by Jack Maclaren and Josh Jenkins. The technical producer was Hannah Montgomery. The editor is Jonathan Aspinwall.

2024-02-04
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Bereaved Parents Win Crucial Social Media Victory

Today, we look at the success of a campaign by parents of children who may have died due to online harms to get more information from tech companies.

Coroners will be able to demand data from firms when holding an inquest into the circumstances of a child's death. Campaigners have been pushing for new powers to get information from companies after the difficulties the coroner faced dealing with social media firms in the case of Molly Russell.

Also Paddy and Laura are joined by Julian Smith, Conservative MP and former Northern Ireland secretary. They discuss the return of the Northern Irish assembly, why he was sacked by Boris Johnson and whether the chancellor could announce tax cuts in the budget. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Laura Kuenssberg and Paddy O?Connell. It was made by Jack Maclaren with Arsenii Sok. The technical producer was Ricardo McCarthy. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Jonathan Aspinwall.

2024-02-03
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