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The Agenda is your go-to programme for news, analysis and comment - a daily digest of local and international stories that matter to you. Broadcasting every weekday, Georgia Tolley goes beyond the headlines to speak to government ministers, decision makers, analysts and local experts to find out how the news will impact those of us living in the UAE.From Covid-19, to climate change and community i... more

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With the spring holidays underway, increasing numbers of people are considering going on holiday - or continuing with plans they already made despite the current conflict. We'll get into the travel trends, and discuss how pilots are preparing and ope... more

As regional tensions disrupt airspace and global travel, we look at how the UAE is responding behind the scenes.

From Abu Dhabi’s crisis response system coordinating essential services, to Dubai authorities checking in on People of Determination.

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Flights are returning to UAE skies, but clearing the backlog of stranded passengers may take several days - but how many?

Plus with the spring holidays starting early - we're going to look at how families can best use the break.

During Ramadan, D... more

Flights are slowly restarting in the UAE as airlines prioritise stranded passengers after days of airspace disruption - Surina Kelly has all the details you need to know.

Meanwhile, the government's bringing forward the spring holidays as UAE paren... more

As the air space is mostly closed currently, people are struggling to get in and out - and into that breach stepped Etihad Rail and its repatriation trains.

RTA tells us how they're opening up roads to trucks, ensuring a regular supply of food stuf... more

As limited flights resume, we examine the operational chaos, financial strain, and long-term tourism impact of regional airspace closures.

Plus whether the holidays we've got booked in the coming weeks are likely to go ahead.

Meanwhile, the closu... more

Today, our focus is simple - we're going to be keeping you informed - as events continue to unfold.

We’ll get the latest from Surina Kelly on what the government is telling residents this morning.

Meanwhile, with all UAE airports closed, thousand... more

The UAE is breaking single-supplier control on medicines - to cut costs and prevent shortages, so how soon could patients see the benefits?

We'll get the reaction from a market consultant and a pharmacy.

As sea levels rise and coastal cities face... more

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Episode: UAE flights restart - but passengers face travel backlog
Nicholas Brayne
Principal and CEO of Jumeirah College
Jumeirah College
Episode: UAE flights restart - but passengers face travel backlog
Fiona Cotten
Principal of Heartland International School
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Episode: UAE flights restart - but passengers face travel backlog
Candy (Candi) Fenucci
Founder of Pirate Surf Rescue Academy; Operations Manager for Ex-Dubai
Pirate Surf Rescue Academy, X Dubai
Episode: UAE flights restart - but passengers face travel backlog
Mohammed Karim
Representative of Happy Happy UAE
Happy Happy UAE
Episode: UAE flights restart - but passengers face travel backlog
Matthew (10-year-old)
Young participant on the Bahrain-Bahrain trip with Barrel House Rugby Club
Barrel House Rugby Club
Episode: Flights restarting in the UAE after airspace disruption
Nicholas Brain
Principal and CEO of Jumeirah College
Jumeirah College
Episode: Flights restarting in the UAE after airspace disruption
Aunt Taylor
Dad on rugby trip; father who traveled with his son on the repatriation journey
Barrel House Rugby Club family member
Episode: Flights restarting in the UAE after airspace disruption
Sarah Salisbury
Resident who used UAE residency/ID to access repatriation flight
UAE resident
Episode: Flights restarting in the UAE after airspace disruption

Hosts

Georgia Tolley
Host providing insights on current events, engaging with experts and government officials for in-depth discussions.
Katie Chambers
Co-host enriching the podcast discussions with community-focused insights and expert opinions.

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UAE airspace partially reopens
Q: How long before we see a return to normal schedules?
Expect a recovery phase over about 10 days to establish initial routine, with more regular schedules coming in around two weeks, depending on the evolving military situation and airspace permissions.
UAE airspace partially reopens
Q: How complicated are evacuations via other regional airports and what are the diplomatic challenges?
Evacuations are a diplomatic mission requiring government-to-government coordination and security considerations to ensure safe passage for nationals while keeping airspace open for safe operations.
UAE airspace partially reopens
Q: Do airlines have contingency plans for these types of situations?
Yes, built on lessons from past crises, with emphasis on quickly relocating crews and aircraft, prioritizing transit and crew safety, and coordinating with government for passenger accommodations and security.
Exceptional passenger service between UAE-Saudi border
Q: Is this what transport resilience looks like, or are there other components to it?
The discussion highlights government coordination, cross-border cooperation, and a layered transport system that provides redundancy and options for movement under crisis conditions.
Exceptional passenger service between UAE-Saudi border
Q: What are the transport priorities for a country during a crisis like this?
The guest and analyst emphasize emergency movement of people and goods, ensuring continuity across layered transport options (rail, road, ports, aviation), and maintaining a calm, joined-up system with backups if one mode underperforms.

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What is The Agenda about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Covering a broad spectrum of important issues, this daily podcast delivers insightful discussions on current events and key topics that resonate with the audience living in the UAE. Central themes include local and international news, community issues, climate change, and the impacts of significant policies like the single-use plastics ban. By featuring expert guests, including government officials, analysts, and academics, the episodes aim to provide a deep understanding of how various developments will shape life in the region. The unique blend of serious analysis, light-hearted cultural debates, and expert insights makes it appealing for listeners who seek both information and engagement on pressing subjects affecting their daily lives a... more

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2. Nicholas Brayne
3. Fiona Cotten
4. Candy (Candi) Fenucci
5. Mohammed Karim
6. Matthew (10-year-old)
7. Nicholas Brain
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