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Length:
32 minutes
Released:
Sep 7, 2017
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Helen and Stephen discuss the progress of the legislation formerly known as the Great Repeal Bill, and then assess whether Jacob Rees-Mogg might actually become Tory leader. Then, for the You Asked Us segment, they answer the most vital of all questions: which past UK election should you rewatch?Send us your questions and thoughts for future episodes on Twitter via @ns_podcasts, @helenlewis or @stephenkb.Further reading:Helen on why Jacob Rees-Mogg isn't funny.Stephen on why the new Tory leader will probably be really right-wing.Anoosh's report on Moggmentum.The 1997 election broadcast.The amazing theme music for the 1983 election coverage. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Released:
Sep 7, 2017
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

Twice a week the New Statesman politics team - Stephen Bush, Anoosh Chakelian and Ailbhe Rea - discuss the latest in UK politics. From Boris Johnson's latest battle with backbenchers to the machinery behind the Labour Party's opposition attack lines, this is the debrief you need to understand what's really happening in Westminster and beyond.New episodes Tuesday and Friday. Send your questions at youaskus.co.uk.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.