Talking Politics

Tom Bradby is joined by Robert Peston and Anushka Asthana as they discuss all the week's big political topics, including the rumours that Elon Musk is planning to donate $100million to Nigel Farage's Reform UK party, and what we do and don't know of the 'further information' which led to the former transport secretary Louise Hague's reisgnation.

Tom Bradby is joined by Robert Peston and Romilly Weeks as they discuss all the week's big political topics, including the impending vote on assisted dying, whether Keir Starmer has become comfortable being boring - and should the UK be worried by Donald Trump's threat to impose tariffs?

Tom, Anushka and Harry dissect this week's 'not quite' PMQs. They discuss the world's security situation and whether the UK could follow Trump-style politics. 

Plus, how damaging could the farming fallout be for the government?

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Tom, Robert and Anushka dissect a PMQs they describe as 'pathetic' and 'embarrassing', and ask whether Starmer is at risk of losing the 'economic argument' in the same way Joe Biden and the Democrats appear to have done in the United States. They also discuss the challenges of the Assisted Dying Bill, and Starmer's recent trip to the COP29 climate summit. 

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Is another Trump presidency Keir Starmer's worst nightmare, or has the PM built enough bridges to shore up the 'special relationship'? 

Plus, it was Kemi Badenoch's first time at Prime Minister's Questions...So how did the new Conservative leader fare? Geraint Vincent is joined by Carl Dinnen and Shehab Khan for this week's episode of Talking Politics.

£40 billion of tax rises, huge increases in public spending for Britain's creaking public services and even some punchy political allegations of Tory dishonesty...

It was a very big day for the government, as Britain's first ever female Chancellor laid out Labour's budget plans to the country. 

Anushka Asthana, Robert Peston and Joel Hills join Tom Bradby for a special episode of Talking Politics.

Tom Bradby, Robert Peston and Anushka Asthana return a week before the big Autumn budget - but there's another uncomfortable story taking up the headlines for the government in the form of a spat with the Donald Trump campaign. Is the potential next president seriously angry at the UK government? And is it a concern if he is? 

Also on the agenda is whether your taxes are about to rise, and why one particular politician may be Labour's best asset - even if they don't seem to know it.

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Tom Bradby is joined by Political Editor Robert Peston and Deputy Political Editor Anushka Asthana as they discuss further revelations about tax and spending plans in the Autumn budget. They also reflect on some of Starmer's awkward moments at the despatch box this week. 

Plus, they discuss the furore around the prime minister meeting with Taylor Swift behind the scenes at her concert. Should we be reporting on it? And should you care? 

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Following the death of Scotland's former First Minister Alex Salmond, Tom Bradby is joined by Political Editor Robert Peston and Deputy Political Editor Anushka Asthana for a special edition of Talking Politics. 

The team look back at the life of the man who will be remembered as bringing independence to the forefront of the Scottish political agenda, who lived a life of great achievement and at times controversy.

Tom, Robert and Anushka are back for a special emergency episode , after the shock news that James Cleverly has been knocked out of the Tory leadership race. So has the party handed Sir Keir Starmer a gift? Or is it a stroke of genius?

Tom Bradby is joined by Political Editor Robert Peston and Deputy Political Editor Anushka Asthana as they predict what exactly may be in the Autumn budget.

Plus, they discuss the race to replace Rishi Sunak as Tory leader, after Tom Tugendhat is knocked out of the contest.

In this special episode of Talking Politics, former prime minister Boris Johnson sat down with ITV News anchor Tom Bradby for his first major TV interview on his time in office since leaving Number 10.

The pair discussed Covid, Brexit, Partygate and much more. Remember to rate and subscribe!

Tom Bradby is joined by Political Editor Robert Peston - who is in Brussels where the PM is meeting European leaders - and Deputy Political Editor Anushka Asthana - who is in Birmingham where the Tory party conference has been taking place.

The team take a closer look at how the Tory leadership hopefuls performed in their keynote speeches and who is most likely to come out on top.

Plus, they discuss how the threat of a regional war in the Middle East has overshadowed Sir Keir Starmer's trip to Brussels as he looks to 'reset' the UK's relationship with the EU.

On today's episode Tom Bradby is joined by Carl Dinnen and Robert Peston, who's in New York and has sat down with the Prime Minister.

The team discuss whether the UK does still have any influence over events in the Middle East, after Sir Keir Starmer insisted it does in his interview with Robert.
They also ask 'what was Labour thinking' when it comes to the gifts scandal.
And Robert sets out why next month's budget could be the most important for the UK since the days of Geoffrey Howe.

Tom Bradby is joined by Robert Peston and Anushka Asthana for today's episode.

The team discuss just how damaging the PM's hospitality habit is, and Robert reveals that Sir Keir has been given a free hospitality box at his beloved Arsenal.

Also on today's episode: What are Labour hoping to achieve from their 'reset' of relations with Europe?

Could a return to the customs union be on the cards?

And will we finally see some hope from the government at the Labour conference this weekend.

Political Editor Robert Peston and Deputy Political Editor Anushka Asthana join Tom Bradby to discuss the fallout from last night's US presidential debate, as election day draws closer.

Plus, as millions of pensioners are set to lose out on their winter fuel payment, the team examine whether Labour has lost control of their messaging.

Sir Keir Starmer's response to the final Grenfell Inquiry report was emphatic: The British state failed, I am deeply sorry, and we will change things. But does he understand just how huge the task of rebuilding the state -and the public's faith in the state - is going to be?   

Julie Etchingham is joined by Political Editor Robert Peston and Deputy Political Editor Anushka Asthana for the first show back after the summer. 

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Political Editor Robert Peston and Political Correspondent Carl Dinnen join Paul Brand as Sir Keir Starmer takes the leading role on the PMQs stage for the very first time.

Plus, how has the new Prime Minister coped with his first rebellion? 

All that and more in this week's episode of Talking Politics.

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In today's epsiode of Talking Politics the team discuss Labour's plan for government, as laid out in the King's Speech.
Our elections analyst Professor Jane Green tells us renationalising the railways no longer feels like a left-wing policy, and Anushka explains why Sir Keir Starmer loves the idea of 'mission-led government'.
Plus, with plans to kick hereditary peers out the Lords, Robert asks: what will happen to the Duke of Norfolk?

Just six days into the top job in British politics and it’s been non-stop for Sir Keir Starmer and his new team.
Nina Hossain is joined by ITV News Poltical Editor Robert Peston in the studio, and Deputy Political Editor Anushka Asthana who's travelled with the Prime Minister to Washington for his first trip abroad. 
Plus how united can the Tories appear in the midst of a leadership battle?

Paul Brand is joined by Robert Peston and Anushka Asthana as Sir Keir Starmer becomes the first Labour Prime Minister in 14 years.

Plus, Louise Scott comments on an 'incredibly tough night' for the Scottish National Party.

Julie Etchingham is joined by Anushka Asthana and Robert Peston on the eve of polling day, as they take a look back at a general election campaign filled with scandal, stunts and the return of old political figures.

Also Romilly Weeks and Carl Dinnen join the conversation to discuss the mood in the main two parties as six weeks of tireless campaigning draws to a close.

Julie Etchingham is joined by Robert Peston, Anushka Asthana and Professor Colin Rallings to discuss the ongoing delays to postal vote.

Plus, with only two days of campaigning remaining, the political attacks have become frenzied and somewhat personal.

Julie Etchingham is joined by Anushka Asthana and Robert Peston as another country’s election steals the headlines with only three days before the UK heads to the polls.

Plus, are Rishi Sunak's potential successors getting their ducks in a row for a possible Tory leadership contest?

Geraint Vincent is joined in the studio by Robert Peston and Anushka Asthana to discuss how offensive remarks made by Reform supporters have ignited a debate around racism in this country.

Plus, Political Correspondent Harry Horton, who has been following the Reform party during the election explains how it changes the campaign on the ground.

Nina Hossain is joined by Daniel Hewitt who has been looking at the housing shortage and the main parties' plans to try to solve it.

In the studio, Robert Peston and Anushka Asthana discuss the scrutiny of Sir Keir Starmer's policies and personality.

Plus, why is Rishi Sunak in a spat with Dr Who?

Nina Hossain is joined by Lewis Denison as political leaders fight for hits and likes on TikTok.

In the studio, Carl Dinnen and Robert Peston discuss the growing betting scandal as the Conservatives decide to take action.

Plus, which TV shows are the leaders watching?

Julie Etchingham is joined by Joel Hills as economists give a damning assessment of both Labour and Conservative plans.

In the studio, Robert Peston and Anushka Asthana discuss the Tory betting scandal.

Plus, is Nigel Farage Britain's Donald Trump?

Julie Etchingham is joined by Romilly Weeks from the campaign trail as a betting scandal continues to engulf the final stages of the Tory election campaign.

In the studio Robert Peston and Anushka Asthana give their verdict on the latest setback for Rishi Sunak.

Plus, a leaked document reveals the Lib Dems' last minute tactics in the final days of the campaign.

Tom Bradby is joined by Robert Peston and Anushka Asthana as a betting scandal overshadows the Conservative campaign. Will the party suspend those under investigation by the gambling watchdog? 

Plus Martin Lewis, the money saving expert, tells us why he's so frustrated by the current campaign and sets out what advice he would give the next Chancellor.

Tom Bradby is joined by Robert Peston and Anushka Asthana as the SNP launch their manifesto. But is their claim that they'll pressure Westminster for another independence referendum actually credible? Peter Smith sits down with their leader John Swinney to find out. 

Meanwhile, the team in the studio dissect the latest inflation and migration statistics, whilst Robert interviews Sir Keir Starmer and finds out why so many billionares are backing Labour.

Robert Peston joins Tom Bradby in the studio whilst Anushka Asthana is on the road with Labour.

She's exclusively interviewed Deputy Labour Leader Angela Rayner and Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves about why the party is so resistant to lifting the two-child benefit cap.

Plus, Political Correspondent Carl Dinnen joins the team from Belfast ahead of the first Westminster election since power-sharing in Northern Ireland was restored. 

Robert Peston and Anushka Asthana join Tom Bradby to discuss Reform UK's ambitions and the party's 'contract with the people', otherwise known as their manifesto. 

Plus, Harry Horton challenges Reform UK's leader Nigel Farage on how he'd make it all add up.

Anushka Asthana and Robert Peston join Paul Brand as a buoyant Mr Farage reacted to the first poll suggesting that his party has overtaken the Conservatives. 

Plus, Political Correspondent Harry Horton joins the team after a hastily arranged Reform UK press conference to share what the mood is like within the party.

Robert Peston, Anushka Asthana and Joel Hills join Gamal Fahnbulleh as Labour release their election manifesto.

Plus, they are joined by Shadow Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson as her party's tax plans come under scrutiny.

Robert Peston and Anushka Asthana join Nina Hossain to discuss a possible Labour supermajority and change in Tory tactics.

Plus, Paul Brand reflects on the Sunak interview which stole headlines after the PM admitted he 'went without' Sky TV as a child.

Nina Hossain is joined by Robert Peston,Shehab Khan and Anushka Asthana as the Conservative Party unveil their election manifesto, as Rishi Sunak seeks to boost his party after a damaging few days following his disappearance at D-Day commemorations.

Nina Hossain is joined by Robert Peston and Anushka Asthana to discuss the Liberal Democrats' manifesto launch, and look ahead to what we can expect from Labour and the Conservatives.

Plus our UK editor Paul Brand, who has travelled to blue and red wall seats around the country, joins election analyst Professor Jane Green to examine what voters are looking for in the next prime minister.

Geraint Vincent is joined by Robert Peston and Anushka Asthana to discuss the fallout from the Prime Minister's early departure from Normandy to do a TV interview - turning the whole situation into a political disaster. 
Plus our Political Correspondent Shehab Khan brings us the mood from the Tory camp from the campaign trail.

On the day the world commemorates the 80th anniverary of D-Day, Tom Bradby, Robert Peston and Anushka Asthana discuss Conservative and Labour's defence spending pledges.

Plus Rachel Younger provides behind the scenes details of her moving interview with Sir Ed Davey, and how his family life affects what he sees as his 'duty' to care sector policy.

Tom Bradby is joined by Robert Peston and Anushka Asthana to discuss the fallout from ITVs debate as Rishi Sunak and Sir Keir Starmer went head-to-head for the first time.

Plus Julie Etchingham discusses the challenges of moderating the live debate, and Carl Dinnen also speaks of the mood in the Labour camp after Mr Sunak's £2,000 tax hike claim.

Tom Bradby presents Talking Politics: The Election in Salford, ahead of the first head-to-head TV debate between Rishi Sunak and Sir Keir Starmer. 

And while he may not be taking part in the debate, Nigel Farage continued to steal the limelight at the launch of his campaign in Clacton.

Tom Bradby is joined by Anushka Asthana and Robert Peston at the exact moment Nigel Farage announced he was taking over the Reform Party, and running to be an MP (again). 

So how much of an impact will he have on the election campaign?

Robert Peston and Anushka Asthana join Gamal Fahnbulleh, as the controversy over Diane Abbott threatens to derail Labour's election campaign.

And as ITV announce the first televised leadership debate, could it be an opportunity for Rishi Sunak to revive his fortunes?

Tom Bradby presents a special edition of Talking Politics from Downing Street as Rishi Sunak confirms Britain will go to the polls on July 4.

Robert Peston and Anushka Asthana are on hand as ever with expert analysis, alongside Libby Wiener, to explain why the prime minister has chosen now for a General Election - and why it's gone down so badly among many of his own MPs.

Tom Bradby is joined by Robert Peston and Carl Dinnen to discuss the week in politics. Robert went to see the PM's big security speech, seen by many as the starting pistol for this year's general election. But with Rishi Sunak warning of the insecurity facing the world, while also promising a brighter future, which tack will he take when it comes to the campaign?

The panellists also discuss whether PMQs has lost its punch and whether our political leaders are shouting about Artificial Intelligence enough. 

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Anushka Asthana and Robert Peston join Tom Bradby to discuss the shock defection by Conservative MP for Dover, Natalie Elphicke, to Labour after she crossed the floor at the beginning of PMQs.

How damaging is this for the Prime Minister?

And how will Labour MPs feel about an MP usually more associated with the right of the Tory party joining their ranks? 

Plus - is Sunak's warning of a hung parliament really a possibility?

All that and more in this week's episode of Talking Politics.

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In a local elections special, ITV News analysts Professor Jane Green and Professor Colin Rallings join Julie Etchingham as the results roll in and the Conservatives lose hundreds of council seats.

Plus, Robert Peston and Anushka Asthana discuss a bruising by-election, the 'Reform factor' and what the future looks like for Rishi Sunak.

All that and more in this week's episode of Talking Politics.
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Political Correspondents Shehab Khan and Carl Dinnen join Tom Bradby as the first failed asylum seeker heads to Rwanda. Can the first deportations to Rwanda save Rishi Sunak's election chances?

And how does the prime minister plan to pay for what Labour calls the unfunded £46bn plan to scrap National Insurance? 

All that and more in this week's episode of Talking Politics.

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Elections expert Jane Green is a special guest this week, as we approach the local elections. 

Along with Tom and Robert, she looks at whether anything can save the Conservatives from a predicted wipeout. 

And are Tory attacks on Angela Rayner really damaging for Labour? 

All that and more in this week's episode of Talking Politics.

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The smoking ban and Rwanda deportations are expected to soon become law - but will they save Rishi Sunak? 

In this week's episode, Tom, Anushka and Carl Dinnen discuss whether the tide is finally turning for the prime minister.

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Nina Hossain is joined by Robert Peston and election analyst Professor Colin Rallings to analyse what might happen in May's local elections. 

Plus, which high-profile cabinet ministers are nervously looking over their shoulders, after the latest major poll?

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The PM claims the economy has turned a corner but when will families start to feel the benefits?

And will the government's plan to expand free childcare actually work?

Nina Hossain hears from Consumer Editor Chris Choi and Deputy Political Editor Anushka Asthana.

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The Tories are in turmoil and could be facing an electoral wipeout - but will their attack ad strategy undermine Labour's lead in the polls?

And is it time for Labour to start making spending commitments to fund the NHS and other essential services? 

Tom, Robert and Anushka discuss all that and more in this week's Talking Politics.

For how much longer can Rishi Sunak hold on to power?

Could the prime minister be forced to step aside by his unruly MPs?

Or could he be bounced into an early election as the political tide continues to turn against him?

And what would Labour do with the economy if it wins? 

Plus, Taoiseach shock in Ireland and inflation drop in the UK.

Julie Etchingham, Robert and Anushka discuss all that and more in this week's episode of Talking Politics.

Does Rishi Sunak's handling of the Tory donor racism row show he is hopeless at politics?

That's what Tom asks Robert and Anushka in this week's episode after Tory donor Frank Hester was accused of making racist remarks about black MP Diane Abbott.

And with the deadline for a May election just around the corner, the journalists also discuss when would be the most likely date for the PM to send voters to the polls.

What are the key takeaways from Jeremy Hunt's final Budget before the election? How will the Conservatives look to profit from them? And why could the current spending plans leave Labour at a big loss?

Political Editor Robert Peston and Political Correspondent Shehab Khan give Tom Bradby their instant reaction and analysis.

In this week's episode, Tom, Robert and Anushka discuss the future of Nigel Farage, with several Tory MPs wanting him to join their party.

They also look at Sir Keir Starmer's claim that former PM Liz Truss really become a conspiracy theorist.

And does Prince Harry deserve taxpayer-funded personal security when he's in the UK? The royal has lost his latest legal battle.

An almighty row has broken out between the former Post Office chairman and Kemi Badenoch - Anushka and Robert discuss whether it could cost the business secretary her job.

Amid strong public comments from Prince William, they also assess how much of an impact the Gaza crisis is having on the UK's main political parties, with the SNP causing trouble for Labour and the Conservatives.

And Tom asks whether Rishi Sunak is getting fed up leading the unruly Tory party.

This week, Political Correspondent Carl Dinnen joins Tom and Robert to discuss how the spectre of anti-Semitism has returned to haunt Sir Keir Starmer's leadership.

Although Parliament is in recess, it hasn't been a quiet week for Labour, as its leader was forced to suspend not one, but two Parliamentary candidates, over comments made about Israel.

Tom, Robert and Carl also dissect today's inflation figures, with the UK teetering on the brink of a technical recession.

Following the King's cancer diagnosis, the team discuss constitutional considerations and the wider political impact of an unwell monarch.

Tom, Robert and Anushka also contemplate when the next general election might be, after reports it could come sooner than most had expected.

And should Rishi Sunak have apologised for his controversial trans jibe at PMQs?

This week, Political Correspondent Carl Dinnen joins Robert and Tom for a discussion on the return of power-sharing in Northern Ireland.

The trio examine whether a united Ireland is on the horizon with republican party Sinn Fein now in government.

And four years after officially leaving the European Union, has Brexit been a success?

As Tory MPs line up to slam Simon Clarke for his stinging attack on the PM, Robert and Anushka explain why it might not be the political own goal it seems.

Presented this week by Julie Etchingham, the trio discuss how far will the PM go to weaponise the culture wars in this election year?

Plus, will Rishi Sunak's approach to Israel’s offensive change after John Irvine’s shocking footage raises claims of a war crime in Gaza?

Robert and Anushka will be Talking Politics every Wednesday to guide you through this critical election year.

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With Labour warned only a record swing will put them into power, Robert and Anushka evaluate whether Keir Starmer has what it takes to achieve it.

After watching him spar with Rishi Sunak over the latest Rwanda row at PMQs, Anushka shares with Tom what she learned from shadowing the Labour leader for three months.

Robert identifies the current weakness in the Labour approach before explaining why he believes Starmer is the most ruthless politician we've seen in decades.

Tom, Robert and Anushka will be Talking Politics every Wednesday to guide you through this critical election year.

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Talking Politics is the new weekly podcast from ITV News as our political experts dig into the biggest issues dominating the political agenda.

In this edition, Robert Peston and Anushka Asthana discuss with Tom Bradby why it took an ITV drama for the victims of the Post Office scandal to get closer to justice, why all the parties could be troubled by the fallout and whether Lib Dem leader Ed Davey in particular can survive the scandal.

And, looking ahead to 2024, the trio examine when the prime minister will go to the polls and whether his decision could be impacted by the timing of the US election and a certain Mr Trump.

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Welcome to Talking Politics!

This is the brand new podcast from ITV News to guide you through a massive election year.

Every week Political Editor Robert Peston and Deputy Political Editor Anushka Asthana will be chewing through the biggest political issues and talking points with Tom Bradby.

They’ll be assessing how the leaders are shaping up, bringing Tom the inside track on events at Westminster and analysing how the messages from the major parties are likely to be received across the nation.

So join them every Wednesday on ITVX and wherever you get your podcasts.