Starmer, Sunak and Swearing In
Newscast
07/09/24
•35m
About
Comments
Today, we recap the first meeting of the new parliament and the latest roll call of government appointments, as well as the new chair of the Conservative’s 1922 committee.
Adam is joined by Vicki Young to explain the day’s ceremonies, the latest government appointments, and the first House of Commons speeches by Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and leader of the opposition Rishi Sunak.
And health secretary Wes Streeting met with the British Medical Association (BMA) to discuss junior doctor strikes. Adam is joined by Health Editor Hugh Pym to discuss the significance of the meeting - and what the new health secretary would have to do to bring an end to industrial action.
Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Miranda Slade with Sam McLaren and Gemma Roper. The assistant editor is Ben Mundy. The technical producer was Mike Regaard. The editor is Sam Bonham.
Previous Episode
Homes Under The Starmer?
July 8, 2024
•36m
Today, we hear who’s in - and who’s out - of the new Labour government and unpack Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ first speech from the Treasury.
As MP’s arrive for their first day in office, Adam and Chris talk about Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer's visit to the four nations plus the latest list of Labour’s ministerial appointments.
And Faisal has been at the Treasury listening to Chancellor Rachel Reeves lay out her plan for economic growth.
Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Miranda Slade with Sam McLaren and Gemma Roper. The assistant editor is Ben Mundy. The technical producer was Jonny Hall. The editor is Sam Bonham.
Next Episode
Starmers and Stripes
July 10, 2024
•34m
Today we look at the meeting of world leaders including Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer at the NATO summit in Washington.
Adam is joined by Chris from Washington and Americast host Justin Webb to talk about the prime minister’s first day at the gathering. Meanwhile, President Joe Biden is coming under pressure to stand down as the Democratic presidential candidate in the 2024 US election.
And the former head of the Diplomatic Service, Sir Simon Fraser, talks about how Sir Keir Starmer will have been preparing for his first international meeting as prime minister.
You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere
Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Miranda Slade with Sam McLaren, Gemma Roper and Elliot Ryder. The technical producer was Mike Regaard. The series producer is Tim Walklate. The editor is Sam Bonham.
If you like this episode you’ll love
Promoted