Politics Unpacked

Britons face an expensive winter with rising bills and the prospect of higher taxes. Can Andy Burnham still deliver on his promise to make people feel “hopeful” as the cold sets in?

And on the anniversary of 9/11, is Britain safer or more dangerous than it was 25 years ago?

Ed Vaizey unpacks the politics of the day with Alys Denby and Michael Binyon.
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A successful party conference could tempt Andy Burnham to call an early general election, but will he take the risk?

Hugo unpacks the politics of the day with Matthew Parris and Cindy Yu.
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At PMQs, Andy Burnham says that national security "can't come at the expense of social security".

But if he won't cut benefits to fund defence, where will he find the money?

Hugo Rifkind unpacks the exchanges with Lara Spirit, Deputy Political Editor of The Sunday Times, and Chris Ward, Labour MP and former aide to Keir Starmer.

Picture: House of Commons
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Andy Burnham's first policy move risks angering President Trump, will there be a backlash from the US?

Ed Vaizey unpacks the politics of the day with Charlotte Ivers and James Marriott.
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John Healey made his first major speech since becoming Chancellor, saying the economy is 'turning a corner' and promising growth. Is his optimism justified?

Hugo Rikfind unpacks the politics of the day with Libby Purves and Patrick Kidd.
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