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Question Time

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NHS
Labour Party
Conservative Party
Immigration
Donald Trump
Keir Starmer
Asylum Seekers
Housing Crisis
Brexit
Green Party
Climate Change
Ukraine
NATO
United Kingdom
SNP
Reform UK
Mental Health
Gaza
Scotland
Child Poverty

Topical debate in which guests from the worlds of politics and the media answer questions posed by members of the public

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Latest Episodes

Fiona Bruce hosts a topical debate in front of a studio audience from Warwick. On the panel: Labour's Emma Reynolds, Conservative James Cartlidge, Liberal Democrat Daisy Cooper, Reform UK's Zia Yusuf, and podcaster & author Alastair Campbell

Fiona Bruce presents an hour of debate from Scunthorpe in Lincolnshire. On the panel are: Secretary of State for Defence, Wes Streeting, Conservative Tom Tugendhat, The Green Party's Ellie Chowns, economist & journalist Stephanie Flanders, and comedi... more

Fiona Bruce presents an hour of debate from Brecon, with politicians, commentators and members of the public. On the panel: for Labour, the Welsh secretary Stephen Kinnock; the Conservatives’ shadow Welsh secretary Mims Davies; Plaid Cymru’s deputy m... more

Fiona Bruce presents an hour of debate from Peterlee in County Durham. On the panel are Labour's Jake Richards, Conservative Harriet Cross, Liberal Democrat Max Wilkinson, Kevin Maguire from the Daily Mirror and Annabel Denham from the Daily Telegrap... more

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Recent Guests

Wes Streeting
Secretary of State for Defence and Labour politician
UK Government
Episode: Scunthorpe
Tom Tugendhat
Conservative politician and shadow Foreign Secretary, and former army officer
Conservative Party
Episode: Scunthorpe
Ellie Chowns
Green Party spokesperson on foreign affairs and defence
Green Party
Episode: Scunthorpe
Stephanie Flanders
Head of economics and government at Bloomberg News
Bloomberg News
Episode: Scunthorpe
Geoff Norcott
Comedian, radio presenter and podcast host
Episode: Scunthorpe
Heidi Alexander
Transport Secretary, panelist
UK Government
Episode: Salisbury
Joy Morrissey
Conservatives' shadow minister for women and equalities
Conservative Party
Episode: Salisbury
Danny Kruger
Reform UK figure, tasked with preparing Reform UK for government
Reform UK
Episode: Salisbury
Caroline Lucas
Former Green Party leader and MP
Green Party
Episode: Salisbury

Host

Fiona Bruce
Primary host associated with the programme, frequently presenting political debates for BBC.

Reviews

4.0 out of 5 stars from 59 ratings
  • Audio version of question time

    If you have seen the program on tv you can also hear it the audio version podcast. You can catch up with it that way. Thank you thank you BBC

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nathan Wakeford
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Typical BBC

    Why on earth has this podcast stopped when the programme still is running?

    The BBC is not being run for my benefit!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    will121a
    United Kingdom7 years ago
  • Rubbish

    Some Australian woman saying people who had never thought about fishing before asking questions. In Penzance. In Cornwall. Where 45% of people’s income comes from ... fishing. Get a few less idiots who happen to fit the under 30 and a comic/ poet demand and let’s hear some intelligent discussion.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    a chiles
    United Kingdom8 years ago
  • Loved this

    I never watch QT cos it’s too late for me - but this 20 minute round up was an excellent flavour of what happened. It was also really funny! Bravo!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Roxylegs79
    United Kingdom8 years ago
  • Great!

    Question Time normally sends me to bed in a bad mood. This funny, chatty podcast means I can know everything that happened the next day without getting (too) wound up!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    billytswift
    United Kingdom8 years ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners appreciate the accessible, digestible take on current affairs and enjoy the bite-sized post-air recap for commutes.
A few critics say the show can feel partisan or too agenda-driven at times, depending on the panel.
Many praise the humor and clarity, noting the host's ability to balance serious topics with light banter.
Overall, the program is seen as a handy, engaging way to catch up on politics without watching long-form broadcasts.
Several listeners wish for longer episodes to cover more ground and deeper debate.

Chart Rankings

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#164
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#4
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#77
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#19
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#86
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#96
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Scunthorpe
Q: Does the government's approval of new gas drilling in the North Sea amount to climate vandalism?
Ellie Chowns argues new drilling prolongs fossil-fuel dependence and increases climate damage. Stephanie Flanders and Wes Streeting defend the decision as pragmatic for energy security and the transition, while the panel debates emissions, costs and investment in renewables.
Scunthorpe
Q: Are we already in a proxy world war without calling it one? And more importantly, is Britain genuinely prepared if it escalates into direct conflict?
The panel says Britain is not at war but faces heightened risks, including Russian aggression, sabotage and cyberattacks. It discusses increasing defence spending and broadening preparedness to include resilience against other threats.
Salisbury
Q: Hi, as a 63-year-old man, I honestly don't understand if AI is realistically a threat to mankind.
Panelists acknowledge uncertainty but emphasize the importance of a proactive, coordinated global approach, domestic capability, and clear safety frameworks to manage risks.
Kettering
Q: Is there an imminent threat that justifies military action?
The consensus across multiple speakers is that there is no concrete imminent threat, with some arguing that rhetoric and perception drive decisions more than evidence of an immediate danger.
Kettering
Q: Why are we being dragged into a war where there is no clear understanding of the long-term outcome?
The panel frames it as a dilemma between supporting allies and avoiding unnecessary escalation, with some asserting that there is no guaranteed or obvious route to a favorable outcome, while others emphasize the responsibility to protect national interests and allies.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Question Time

What is Question Time about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A topical debate show that brings together political figures, analysts, and media voices to answer audience questions about current affairs, elections, policy, and national issues. Episodes cover local and national politics, cost of living, housing, NHS, immigration, and security, often featuring cross-party clashes and real-time audience engagement. Its format tends to mix sharp policy discussion with lighter banter, providing a digestible take on complex topics and serving as a barometer of public sentiment ahead of elections and major policy debates. A notable aspect is the rotation of panelists from multiple parties, which tends to surface contrasting viewpoints and governance approaches, making it useful for listeners seeking both info... more

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Recent guests on Question Time include:

1. Wes Streeting
2. Tom Tugendhat
3. Ellie Chowns
4. Stephanie Flanders
5. Geoff Norcott
6. Heidi Alexander
7. Joy Morrissey
8. Danny Kruger

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