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The UK Prime Minister's signalling much closer ties with the European Union, forced by the war in Iran.
Sir Keir Starmer's warning the conflict will impact the UK, and although they're preparing to whether the storm, it won't be easy.
He says it's becoming increasingly clear their long term national interest requires a stronger partnership with Europe.
UK correspondent Enda Brady says no-one wants this war - and he wouldn't be surprised if the UK joins up with the EU by the end of the decade.
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The ongoing conflict in the Middle East has been taking place for five weeks, and it's started to impact financial results.
Data shows business confidence has plunged over the last month, airlines are cutting down projected results and retail and construction have taken a hti.
Sam Dickie from Fisher Funds explained further.
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Kiwi farmers have voiced concerns about the long-term impacts of the Middle East conflict.
Data shows the conflict will lead to slowdowns for firms in almost every sector - with increased economic uncertainty.
The Country's Jamie Mackay explained further.
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Tonight on The Huddle, Tim Wilson from the Maxim Institute and artist and local Government politician Oscar Kightley joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more!
What's really going on with the Middle East conflict? Anthony Albanese, Keir Starmer and Donald Trump have all delivered speeches this week, but they haven't really told us anything substantial. Should we be concerned?
The Prime Minister's Cabinet reshuffle took place today, with Minister Chris Penk picking up some new roles and Minister Chris Bishop losing out. What do we make of this?
NASA's first crewed lunar mission in over 50 years is now underway, with a successful liftoff for Artemis II. Do we think we're going to make it to the moon again?
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On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Thursday, 2 April, 2026, Donald Trump says the US is "very close" to finishing its war with Iran - we talk to a former Republican communications director about the real motive behind the president's speech.
Why a temporary boost to mileage rates for home and community support workers has come just in time.
Foodstuffs boss Chris Quin explains why you're paying so much for some items at the supermarket.
And on The Huddle, Oscar Kightley and Tim Wilson say yes it is real - we're going to the moon again, just like more than 50 years ago.
Get the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast every weekday evening on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.
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