
UK PM Rishi Sunak warns of bleak economic times
We speak to people in the UK who are struggling with the cost of living crisis.
Rishi Sunak has taken office as Britain's new prime minister, warning that the country faces a profound economic crisis. We speak to people in the UK who are struggling with the cost of living crisis. We also hear reaction from India on what they hope the UK's first British Asian prime minister will achieve for trade relations and strengthening ties.
Also on the programme, we hear about the long-term effects of Covid-19 on millions of people who have struggled with lockdowns and the impact of isolation on their mental health.
And Adidas has ended its partnership with Kanye West after he made anti-Semitic remarks. We hear from people around the world on what they think about the rapper.
(Photo: Rishi Sunak makes his first speech outside No 10 Downing Street, after he is officially recognised as the new UK prime minister, London, October 25, 2022. Credit: BBC)
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