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Today in Parliament

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On Andy Burnham's first day as Prime Minister Sean Curran reports on business as usual in the Lords - with debates on the Strait of Hormuz and social housing.

Susan Hulme reports on moves to make it a crime for undercover police to embark on sexual relationships with their surveillance targets.

Sean Curran reports as a Business Minister tells MPs nationalising British Steel will secure steel-making in the UK, but opponents accuse the government of going back to the 1970s. Elsewhere, a Foreign Office Minister condemns Argentina players for w... more

Alicia McCarthy reports from Westminster on Sir Keir Starmer's final Prime Minister's Question Time.

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Floella Benjamin
Presenter of CBB's Bedtime Story segment
House of Lords / CBB segment
Episode: 17/07/2026
Lord Katz
Minister (peer) who spoke about accountability in foreign policy and genocide conventions
House of Lords
Episode: 17/07/2026
Lady Hamway
Lib Dem peer promoting a bill to ban intimate relationships between undercover officers and targets
House of Lords / Liberal Democrats
Episode: 17/07/2026
Harry Quilter-Pinner
Executive at IPPR
IPPR
Episode: 10/07/2026
Polly Curtis
Chief executive of Demos
Demos
Episode: 10/07/2026
Ruxandra Serban
Political scientist at Birkbeck University of London
Birkbeck, University of London
Episode: 10/07/2026
Davy Beck
Assistant Chief Constable, Police Service of Northern Ireland
PSNI
Episode: 10/07/2026
Moses Swebu
Former professional footballer who spoke about match fixing
Sports integrity advocacy
Episode: 09/07/2026
Shabana Mahmood
Home Secretary addressing migration policy
UK Government
Episode: 07/07/2026

Hosts

Susan Hulme
Host with parliamentary briefing and cross-party discussions
Alicia McCarthy
Host guiding fast-paced cross-party examinations and analysis
Sean Curran
Host leading parliamentary briefings and correspondents' updates

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4.4 out of 5 stars from 215 ratings
  • Listening since a child

    I have listened to this since a child - it gives you a real insight into what goes on in parliament

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    United Kingdom2 years ago
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  • Today in Parliament

    I find this podcast interesting because I like to keep up with what’s happening in Westminster and the BBC today in parliament team do a fantastic job in updating people

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    Reverend Cleminson
    United Kingdom4 years ago
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    A brilliant and unbiased summary of the day in Parliament.

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    United Kingdom6 years ago
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    United States7 years ago

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Clear, balanced parliamentary summaries that stay focused on policy impact.
High-quality guests and cross-party discussion seem credible and informative.
Regular and reliable delivery with thoughtful reporting, though some listeners wish for more timely uploads.

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10/07/2026
Q: Why does the ordinary member of the public matter in lobbying transparency?
Because knowing who meets with ministers, senior civil servants, and advisers helps the public understand who is shaping legislation, especially when multiple departments interact with lobby groups across industries.
10/07/2026
Q: What counts as a meeting when considering lobbying and access to ministers?
A meeting can be formal or informal; even casual encounters like a coffee can count if they involve a minister and influence policy discussions, which is why the public wants a wide, transparent description of all ministerial meetings.
19/06/2026
Q: What is the significance of Andy Burnham's return to Westminster for Labour's leadership prospects?
Analysts suggest Burnham's return could polarize leadership discussions, forcing a realignment within the parliamentary party and potentially accelerating leadership dynamics depending on how he builds a coalition among MPs.
10/06/2026
Q: What is the plan for the defence investment and when will it be published?
Parliament was told the plan would be published before the NATO summit, with ongoing questions about timing and process.
22/05/2026
Q: What happens after the private members' ballot winner is announced?
The winner, Sir Desmond Swain, gains the first pick and up to four weeks to develop and promote a bill idea, with top seven getting time on the floor to push their proposals.

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The program offers concise, daily roundups of Westminster news, policy debates, and parliamentary developments, often weaving in expert analysis, guest perspectives, and real-world case studies. Episodes frequently cover big-ticket issues like HS2, defense, online safety, energy policy, and public infrastructure, alongside human-interest strands such as reading for pleasure and public health campaigns. A notable strength is the mix of cross-party voices, live reporting, and accessible explanations that help listeners understand not just what happened, but why it matters for policy and everyday life. The show is particularly strong for listeners who want a reliable, fast-paced briefing with credible experts and policymakers across the politi... more

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2. Lord Katz
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4. Harry Quilter-Pinner
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