Bloomberg UK Politics

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Bloomberg UK Politics

Bloomberg's Caroline Hepker, Stephen Carroll, Yuan Potts and Lizzy Burden have your daily guide to British politics. We'll tell you what's happening and explain why it matters.

  1. 2 DAYS AGO

    Labour’s Economic Report Card: Slow Growth, Tough Choices, and What’s Next

    The UK economy unexpectedly shrank in January, adding to the government's gloom. Bloomberg has some exclusive analysis on how far Labour is delivering on its key economic policies and pledges, and the tough choices faced at the top of government. Our Chief UK Economist, Dan Hanson and Government and Economy Editor, Julian Harris join to discuss. Hosted by Caroline Hepker and Yuan Potts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    19 min

  2. 7 MAR

    'Treasure' or 'Blood': Former Defence Secretary Penny Mordaunt on Britain Re-Arming

    Former UK Defence Secretary Penny Mordaunt says if the UK and Europe fail on military spending and rearmament now "we will face war".Mordaunt tells Bloomberg Radio anchor Caroline Hepker that there is a logic to President Trump's drive for peace in Ukraine but the pressure is now on him to deliver a ceasefire. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    20 min

  3. 28 FEB

    A Defining Moment: Has Starmer Pulled Off A Major Diplomatic Win?

    The UK Prime Minister has returned from a high-stakes meeting with President Donald Trump, with a string of successes. Trump heaped praise on Starmer, hinted at a reprieve from tariffs, and sided with the Labour leader on the issue of the Chagos Islands. But crucially, the US administration still hasn't shifted on its stance towards Ukraine. Our Managing Editor for UK Government and Economy, Brendan Scott, joins to discuss if Starmer has passed this key test of his premiership. Hosted by Lizzy Burden and Yuan Potts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    13 min

  4. 20 FEB

    Save Our Scholars: Cambridge University Vice Chancellor Talks Funding & UK Growth

    Cambridge and Oxford Universities are at the heart of Chancellor Rachel Reeves' plans to boost UK economic growth. But what do the institutions need to succeed? We ask Vice Chancellor of Cambridge University, Professor Deborah Prentice. Hosted by Yuan Potts and Caroline Hepker. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    14 min

  5. 19 FEB

    Conservative Conversations: Right-Wing Figures Gather in London

    This week figures from the across political right including Canadian psychologist Jordan Peterson and former Republican Presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy descended on London's ExCel centre for the 'Alliance for Responsible Citizenship' (ARC) conference. The organisers say they're working on 're-laying the foundations of our civilisation' but how do their ideas relate to current affairs? We discuss with Bloomberg's Daniel Zuidijk who attended the gathering. Hosted by Yuan Potts and Lizzy Burden. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    13 min

  6. 17 FEB

    A Transatlantic Bridge? Starmer Responds to Trump's Demands

    Keir Starmer has said the UK can play a "unique role" in helping Europe and America work together to achieve peace between Ukraine and Russia. This as Donald Trump's administration pressures European leaders to shoulder more responsibility for their security, and suggests they could take a backseat in negotiations. How can the UK proceed now? We discuss with our Europe correspondent-at-large Alberto Nardelli. Hosted by Caroline Hepker and Stephen Carroll. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    13 min

  7. 13 FEB

    Trump's Ukraine Move: How the US is Reshaping Europe's Security

    The US President has spoken to Russia's Vladimir Putin and agreed to negotiate an end to the war in Ukraine. US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has insisted the move is not a "betrayal" of America's Nato's allies. Our European security reporter Andrea Palasciano reports from the ministerial meeting in Brussels, which the UK's John Healey is attending. Hosted by Stephen Carroll and Yuan Potts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    13 min

  8. 12 FEB

    Worse than the Weather: Upbeat Growth Forecast Stands Out Amid Gloom

    Bloomberg has learned that Rachel Reeves has received the latest economic forecast from the Office for Budget Responsibility, and it's not good. The fiscal watchdog has downgraded growth, putting the Chancellor at risk of breaking her fiscal rules. The National Institute of Economic and Social Research has a more upbeat view. We hear from Niesr's Senior Economist Benjamin Caswell. Hosted by Stephen Carroll and Yuan Potts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    13 min
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Bloomberg's Caroline Hepker, Stephen Carroll, Yuan Potts and Lizzy Burden have your daily guide to British politics. We'll tell you what's happening and explain why it matters.

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