
POLITICO’s weekly political series lifts the curtain on how Westminster really works, offering in-depth insight into the political issues which typically only get broad-brush treatment in the wider media.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 180 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | NewsDocumentaryPoliticsSociety & Culture | |||

From ChatGPT-written speeches to constituents flooding MPs with AI-generated emails, artificial intelligence has arrived in Westminster.
In this episode of Westminster Insider, host Patrick Baker explores how politicians and ministers are scrambling... more
On May 7, Labour faces losing some of its oldest heartlands. In Wales, the party has dominated elections for 104 years, but is, according to polls, fighting for third or fourth place against powerful forces on the left and right – Plaid Cymru and Ref... more
The Palace of Westminster towers over the River Thames as a symbol of British democracy. But look a little closer and the building is falling apart.
From fire risks and asbestos to crumbling stonework and miles of aging wiring, experts warn the U.K.... more
The Green Party have won their very first by-election. Westminster Insider Host Sascha O’Sullivan goes inside the Greens’ effort to win the seat, and finds out how the battle for this seat will inform the three-way fights between the Greens, Labour a... more
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Really enjoyed today’s budget episode. Fun way of doing a chaotic lead up to a big moment for Rachel Reeves!!! If Sunak’s health and social care levy and stuck around, I wonder if there would be an easier way for Reeves to get away with it as you say…
Really good if you want to hear how inept government is and how their media and think tanks are locked in this useless ecosystem of fecklessness. It’s just on a repeat cycle.
Anne McElvoy “interviewing” reform is only missing the balloons and party blowers she was silently blowing in her head.
Don’t have reform on and give them such an easy ride, it’s almost negligent.
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Focusing on the intricate dynamics of UK politics, the content examines current events in Westminster, unraveling the complexities behind political decisions and leadership challenges. Episodes often feature analyses of significant issues such as the Labour Party's internal struggles, the implications of Brexit, and the influence of the media on governance. With expert guests contributing historical and contemporary perspectives, the discussions shine a light on political maneuvering, public sentiment, and the socio-economic factors shaping governance today. Notably, the series distinguishes itself with in-depth commentary that balances insights from insiders with broader discussions on the implications of leadership choices and policy dec... more
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Recent guests on Westminster Insider include:
1. Dawn Butler
2. Tom Tugendhat
3. Luke Evans
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7. Dan Thomas
8. James Evans
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