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Politics Weekly UK

The Guardian
Labour Party
Keir Starmer
Donald Trump
Reform UK
Ukraine
Gaza
Brexit
Andy Burnham
Conservative Party
Nigel Farage
UK Government
UK Politics
Rachel Reeves
NATO
European Union
NHS
Russia
Peter Mandelson
UK Economy
Assisted Dying Bill

Guardian columnist John Harris, political editor Pippa Crerar, and policy editor Kiran Stacey analyse the week's politics news

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Nigel Farage has won the Clacton byelection he triggered by resigning from the seat because he wanted to allow voters to ‘stick two fingers up at the entire establishment’. The Reform UK leader’s political finances were under investigation at the tim... more

In July, Andy Burnham told the Guardian’s political editor, Pippa Crerar, that Labour ‘didn’t get it right’ on Gaza. He apologised for the party’s slow response in calling for a ceasefire, but stopped short of describing what was happening on the gro... more

As another summer of extreme heat rumbles on, warnings about excess deaths, ageing infrastructure and potential food shortages are growing louder. So how well prepared is the UK to cope, both now and in the years ahead? Jessica Elgot and Alexandra To... more

Nigel Farage has promised that Reform UK would call in the navy to tackle small boat Channel crossings. Will this familiar-sounding immigration policy distract from the party’s internal problems? Plus – as we learn more about Andy Burnham’s plans for... more

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Recent Guests

Yvette Cooper
Health Secretary (as discussed and quoted in the episode)
UK Government
Episode: Heatwave Britain: why are politicians so slow to act?
Jimmy Famarewa
Food journalist and host of a Guardian YouTube segment
The Guardian
Episode: Heatwave Britain: why are politicians so slow to act?
Jessica Elgot
Colleague providing analysis on the Burnham campaign
The Guardian
Episode: Andy Burnham: our next Prime Minister?
Louise Hague
Campaign manager discussed in the Makerfield by-election segment
Labour Party (Makerfield campaign)
Episode: Can politicians bring calm to Belfast?
Steve Reid
Housing Secretary and ally in discussions about Labour leadership
UK Government
Episode: Can politicians bring calm to Belfast?
Nosheen Iqbal
The Guardian's Today In Focus host
The Guardian
Episode: The defence secretary quits with ‘blistering’ criticism of Starmer
Volodymyr Zelenskyy
President of Ukraine
Office of the President of Ukraine
Episode: Zelenskyy: Putin is ‘playing games’ with Trump
Andy Burnham
Labour MP, Mayor of Greater Manchester
Labour Party
Episode: On the byelection campaign trail with Andy Burnham
Luke Tryl
UK Director of the Polling and Focus Grouping Organisation, More in Common
More in Common
Episode: Tony Blair and the battle for Labour’s soul

Hosts

Kiran Stacey
Policy Editor at The Guardian; frequently co-hosts and contributes policy insights.
Pippa Crerar
Political editor; frequent Politics Weekly UK host and co-host.
Kai Wright
Co-host of Stateside; contributor and cross-promo facilitator.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 3k ratings
  • Bring John Harris back

    John Harris offered a bewilderingly rare insight into the views of common voter. The Guardian should be above the daily tittle tattle of lobby journalism. We learn nothing from that, we profit nothing by that and we improve nothing through that. You won’t have my ears again until you remember what you’re meant to be doing.

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    Oopadoopaoopadoop
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Change the theme tune!

    Please change the theme music. It's horrible.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Pourquilala
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • First quality brilliant show, especially for those abroad

    The presenters, I intelligent articulate and refreshing. Keep up the great work. It really helps make my week interesting.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Thanos in Soho
    United States2 months ago
  • Lost its spark

    Began listening to this from the start. It’s … fine. A good overview of what’s happening in Westminster every week with the odd interesting interview. Was once helmed by the columnist John Harris. While he started off as an overly aggressive interviewer, he grew into the role, offering a much needed weekly dose of common sense and what seemed like a genuine interest in how politics affects the average person. He’s been gone for weeks and the new team is … fine, but very much of the who-WhatsAppe... more

    Apple Podcasts
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    PoliticsSam
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Top Political Pod

    A recent discovery, now a regular listener, quality journalism as you’d expect from the Guardian.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Andy J F (Piano)
    United Kingdom3 months ago

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Pip Crerar, Kiran Stacey, and John Harris offer credible, crisp political analysis.
Balanced, informed analysis with strong on-the-ground reporting.
Vox pops can be polarizing; some listeners want fewer street interviews and more policy depth.

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Spotify
#44
United Kingdom/News
Apple Podcasts
#22
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Apple Podcasts
#42
United Kingdom/News
Apple Podcasts
#120
Canada/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#26
Italy/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#93
Australia/News/Politics

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Zelenskyy: Putin is ‘playing games’ with Trump
Q: Is Ukraine winning the war, in your opinion? Are you winning?
Zelenskyy indicates that it's too soon to call victory, expressing cautious optimism while emphasizing ongoing efforts and the unpredictability of battlefield dynamics.
On the byelection campaign trail with Andy Burnham
Q: What did you tell them you'd do about flooding and public services in Makerfield?
I pledged never to stop until we take away the flooding risk, arguing for stronger local accountability and public ownership where appropriate, and to use national levers to fix systemic problems like water management and air quality.
Will Reform dominate the local and devolved elections?
Q: How might the results in London influence Labour and the Conservatives more broadly?
London results could signal broader urban-voter shifts, highlighting risks for Labour in traditional strongholds and potential gains for Greens or Reform in outer areas, which would influence national party messaging and candidate selection.
Will Reform dominate the local and devolved elections?
Q: Will the local elections tell us much about the next general election?
They will not predict the general election with precision, but they will reveal how fragmentation, regional dynamics, and insurgent movements are reshaping the political landscape and party strategies ahead of Westminster contests.
Labour’s mistakes: is it too late to turn things around?
Q: Have voters already made up their minds about Keir Starmer, or could perceptions still change?
Ford suggests Starmer's standing has fallen to a point where a sustained rebound is unlikely without a significant external catalyst, such as a major national event; leadership changes can reset perceptions but rarely guarantee a long-term recovery.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Politics Weekly UK

What is Politics Weekly UK about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A deep-dive, UK-politics-focused show that analyzes Westminster strategy, party dynamics, and election risks through in-depth panel discussions with seasoned political reporters and policy editors. Frequent topics include Labour leadership calculations, local and devolved election results, Brexit implications, defense and foreign policy debates, and the shifting multi-party landscape with Greens and Reform UK. Cross-promo segments with Guardian-produced shows help broaden context, while the hosts' on-the-ground reporting and seat-by-seat analysis tend to anchor each episode in practical political forecasting. Noteworthy is the blend of sharp, data-driven analysis with insider perspective and a willingness to interrogate leadership decisions... more

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