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The Metropolitan Police apologises to Sir Lindsay Hoyle for sharing Mandelson tip-off
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Episodes to download
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How Did A Tip-Off From Sir Lindsay Hoyle Lead To Peter Mandelson’s Arrest?
Yesterday
The Metropolitan Police apologises to Commons Speaker for sharing Mandelson tip-off.
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The David Lammy Interview
Tuesday
Adam and Chris speak to the Deputy Prime Minister and Justice Secretary.
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Gordon Brown turns detective over Andrew
Sunday
Gordon Brown has reportedly demanded a police investigation into the use of RAF bases.
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Trump’s Tariffs: The Beginning of the End?
Saturday
The Supreme Court has rejected US President Donald Trump’s global import taxes
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The Week: Andrew Arrested, New Cabinet Secretary & Jenrick Economics
Last Friday
Adam, Alex and Joe wrap up the week.
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Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor Arrested
Last Thursday
Andrew arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office
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The Robert Jenrick Interview: What's Reform's Economic Plan?
Last Wednesday
Reform’s pick for chancellor Robert Jenrick speaks to Adam.
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Is It The End Of The Global Order As We Know It?
Mon 16 Feb 2026
Starmer says Europe must be ready to fight, but can it afford to?
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Are Britain's 'Brexit Years’ Over?
Sun 15 Feb 2026
Starmer says UK should move closer to the EU at the Munich Security conference.
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Victoria Derbyshire on the Gisèle Pelicot Interview
Sat 14 Feb 2026
Victoria Derbyshire speaks about her exclusive UK interview with Gisèle Pelicot.
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The Week: How Keir Starmer Survived
Fri 13 Feb 2026
James and Chris are joined by Tim Shipman and Professor Jane Green to discuss the week.
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Sir Jim Ratcliffe Says Sorry (To Some) For 'Colonised' Comments
Thu 12 Feb 2026
Man United co-owner apologises after saying “the UK has been colonised by immigrants”.
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Has Keir Starmer Saved His Job (For Now)?
Tue 10 Feb 2026
Keir Starmer survives his ‘moment of peril’ but what has it cost him and his government?
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Morgan McSweeney Resigns
Sun 8 Feb 2026
PM’s chief of staff says he takes 'full responsibility' for Mandelson appointment advice.
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What Starmer Does Next
Sun 8 Feb 2026
What are the prime minister’s options after the Mandelson scandal?
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Epstein Files: The Gordon Brown Intervention
Sat 7 Feb 2026
The former Labour prime minister says Starmer is in a ‘serious’ position.
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The Week: The King, The Prime Minister and The Epstein Files
Fri 6 Feb 2026
Adam, Chris, Alex and Daniela wrap up the week’s news.
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Epstein Files: Will Mandelson Cost Starmer His Job?
Thu 5 Feb 2026
The Prime Minister apologises for ‘believing Mandelson’s lies’ but will it be enough?
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Epstein Files: Starmer Under Pressure Over Mandelson
Wed 4 Feb 2026
MPs approve to release Mandelson documents.
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Epstein Files: Police Launch Investigation Into Mandelson
Tue 3 Feb 2026
Peter Mandelson quits the House of Lords as police launch criminal investigation.
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Epstein Files: Mandelson Reported To The Police
Mon 2 Feb 2026
Latest Epstein files suggest Mandelson sent government information to Epstein.
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Epstein Files: New Mandelson and Andrew Allegations
Sun 1 Feb 2026
More Lord Mandelson and Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor allegations over Epstein connections.
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Epstein Files: New Pictures Appear to Show Andrew
Sat 31 Jan 2026
Photos appearing to show Andrew on all fours over female included in new Epstein files.
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The Week: Starmer Meets Xi, Trump Threatens Iran and More Defection Drama
Fri 30 Jan 2026
Adam and Alex wrap up the week with James Landale and Sarah Montague.
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Why Does Keir Starmer's Visit Matter to China?
Thu 29 Jan 2026
The PM visits China and agrees (some) trade deals.
