
Welcome to Planet Holyrood, our weekly look at the key events in Scottish politics. Hosted by Daily Record Political Editor Paul Hutcheon, guests will chew over what has been happening at Holyrood and Westminster.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 184 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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Scottish Labour leadership contest | Andy Burnham bounce effect | Worst job in Scottish politics?
Daily Record Political Editor Paul Hutcheon is joined by Sunday Mail Editor John Ferguson and Scottish Express Editor Ben Borland on the Planet Holyroo... more
Daily Record Political Editor Paul Hutcheon is joined by Sunday Mail Editor John Ferguson and special guest Monica Lennon on the Planet Holyrood podcast to discuss outgoing Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar’s legacy and if Monica Lennon is consideri... more
Andy Burnham expected to replace Keir Starmer as Prime Minister next week, having promised "new opportunities to extend devolution in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland by taking power deeper down".
Paul Hutcheon, Douglas Dickie and John Ferguson ... more
There's been some big news stories in Scottish politics over recent years, with the Peter Murrell embezzlement scandal dominating the headlines.
In the latest episode of Planet Holyrood, the panel of Chris McCall, Dan Vevers and Ben Borland, focus o... more
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A weekly briefing on Scottish politics featuring a veteran Daily Record political editor guiding conversations with regular panelists and high-profile guests. Episodes frequently dissect Holyrood politics, Westminster dynamics, leadership moves, policy debates (health, education, energy, housing), and electoral strategy, often weaving in live reactions to breaking news and polling. Notable strengths include a sharp insider perspective, a balance of skepticism and humor, and a steady stream of high-caliber guests from media, politics, and party leadership circles, making it a go-to for listeners who want practical, context-rich analysis of Scotland's political landscape.
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Recent guests on Planet Holyrood include:
1. Ruth Sutter
2. Dan Vevers
3. Paul O'Kane
4. Ruth Souter
5. John Swinney
6. Gemma Ryder
7. John Ferguson
8. Anas Sarwar
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