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Our weekly podcast from Politics Home discussing all the ups and downs in Westminster. Please subscribe and share - and keep up with all the latest news on PoliticsHome.com. Got a question for the team? news@politicshome.com.

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Jeremy Hunt
Former Chancellor of the Exchequer
UK Government
Episode: Does the OBR really run Britain?
Ben Zaranko
Associate Director at the Institute for Fiscal Studies
Institute for Fiscal Studies
Episode: Does the OBR really run Britain?
Jeevun Sandher
Labour MP and former member of the Treasury Select Committee
Labour Party
Episode: Does the OBR really run Britain?
Helen Morgan
Liberal Democrat MP and her party spokesman on health and social care
Liberal Democrats
Episode: Is the NHS sleepwalking into another winter crisis?
Rosie Beacon
Research manager and head of health at the ReState Think Tank
ReState Think Tank
Episode: Is the NHS sleepwalking into another winter crisis?
Siva Anandaciva
Director of policy at the King's Fund, a health charity
The King's Fund
Episode: Is the NHS sleepwalking into another winter crisis?
Andy Burnham
Mayor of Greater Manchester and advocate for electoral reform
Labour Party
Episode: The inside story from Labour Party conference
Kate Green
Former MP, now Deputy Mayor for Policing in Greater Manchester
Labour Party
Episode: The inside story from Labour Party conference
Scarlett Maguire
Pollster and founder of Merlin Strategy
Episode: The inside story from Labour Party conference

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Alain Tolhurst
Host of The Rundown

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4.2 out of 5 stars from 124 ratings
  • Just silly

    This really isn’t very good at all. There are simply too many podcasts, and most I’ve tried aren’t worth subscribing to. I won’t visit this one again. And Sarah Vine: really? A case of ego outstripping ability by quite some distance. She must have a fiercely tenacious agent.

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    Michael Coxon
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • Speedy speedy ?

    Why oh why must the host speak do ridiculously fast ?

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    Edhkyb
    United Kingdom10 months ago
  • Brilliantly informed podcast

    PH always has a great range of interesting guests, and provides an entertaining and informative rundown on the political news agenda. Will be listening every Thursday!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Zoe Crowther
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • Rundown is great

    Glad to see this back and hugely improved – keep it going!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Smithy12325
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • Definitely worth a listen

    Great podcast! Incredibly informative and engaging.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fraba29
    United Kingdom4 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the engaging and informative discussions, often highlighting the podcast's ability to provide succinct weekly political summaries.
However, some criticisms pertain to audio quality issues and pacing, affecting the overall listening experience.
Many praise the range of knowledgeable guests and the depth of analysis, indicating a high level of interest in political commentary.

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Does the OBR really run Britain?
Q: Why is the independence of the OBR significant?
The independence of the OBR ensures unbiased economic analyses, which protects fiscal integrity and maintains market confidence in government economic management.
Does the OBR really run Britain?
Q: How does the relationship between the Treasury and OBR affect economic policy-making?
The relationship has become more fraught due to tighter margins for fiscal rules, with the OBR's forecasts taking on greater importance in economic decision-making.
Does the OBR really run Britain?
Q: Can you explain what the OBR is and how it was established?
The OBR was created to provide independent forecasts of the economy to ensure credibility and objectivity, distancing it from government influence in fiscal policy forecasting.
Lib Dem conference lowdown
Q: What do you think about Ed Davey's leadership style and approach?
Some find it successful in getting media attention, while others feel it's time for the party to exhibit more seriousness and refrain from relying solely on stunts.
Lib Dem conference lowdown
Q: Do you think the Tory party is dead?
While some believe the Conservative Party is in a tough position, they cannot be underestimated and must be taken seriously as they have a strong electoral history.

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