Nick Ferrari - The Whole Show

Jeremy Hunt reveals his back-to-work budget, encouraging mothers and the wealthy to get back to work. Sir John Timpson & Andrew Neil join me to discuss. More travel chaos as RMT rail staff go on strike today. Also, the felling of 110 mature trees in Plymouth city centre causes outrage. Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves joins the show. All of this and more on this episode of the Nick Ferrari Whole Show Podcast. 

Budget Day has arrived and the mass walkouts have begun. Today, we see teachers, junior doctors and London Underground drivers strike. Chancellor Jeremy Hunt is to deliver a 'back-to-work' Budget to boost economic growth and aid labour shortages. In Hunt's budget, free pre-school childcare is introduced to support parents to further push this. Also, Rishi Sunak has had to be 'reminded of the rules' after walking his dog off the lead in Hyde Park. His dog doesn't seem to be the only thing he hasn't gotten under control suggests a caller. All of this and more on this episode of the Nick Ferrari Whole Show Podcast. 

On the show:-PM promises to counter threats from China: Security Minister Tom Tugendhat joins live-Braverman urged to make changes to migration bill-Fiona Bruce leaves charity role after claims she trivialised domestic violence

The BBC's Gary Lineker crisis dragged on for yet another day - and appears to have come to an end. An ex-BBC Trust member joins live to discuss the corporation's reputational damage and what is likely to come next. The three-day walkout by junior doctors starts today. It's one of the largest in the history of the NHS. And Nick discusses the defence budget with Former Chief of the General Staff General Sir Peter Wall. All of this and more on this episode of the Nick Ferrari Whole Show Podcast.

Small boat discussions continue as Sunak and Macron meet. Also, the high-speed HS2 line is delayed once again. Nick takes your calls and reactions and questions Foreign Secretary James Cleverly and Marks and Spencer Chairman Archie Norman.

An LBC exclusive poll has revealed trust in the Met police has fallen to a new low. Nick puts these findings to Met Chief Commander James Harman and Shadow Policing Minister Sarah Jones. Also, Lord Blunkett joins the show live.

Rishi Sunak has vowed to remove Channel migrants 'within weeks' under tougher, new measures. Gary Lineker cause outrage in his reaction to this new asylum policy, liking it to Nazi Germany on his Twitter. which has sparked outrage. The BBC are now being urged to fire the football broadcaster. What do you think? Should he be sacked? Immigration Minister Robert Jenrick joins the show. All of this and more on this episode of the Nick Ferrari Whole Show Podcast. 

The Home Secretary will outline the government's plans to crackdown on illegal migration. Is it unworkable? Or will it get your vote. Following her wrongful arrest in November 2022, LBC Reporter Charlotte Lynch releases footage of her ordeal with Hertfordshire Police. Also, with Charles Branson's parole hearing underway, his son joins the show to discuss why he should be released from prison. Has this notoriously violent criminal changed his behaviour? Lord Sainsbury joins Nick to discuss business ahead of the Spring budget 2023. All of this and more on this episode of the Nick Ferrari Whole Show Podcast. 

Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer joined Nick to answer your questions around Matt Hancock's WhatsApp message leak, ULEZ, a new plan on illegal boat crossings and more. Although, the Leader of the opposition avoids answering Nick's questions on when he first approached Sue Gray to be his Chief of Staff. Also, the Government prepares to unveil new powers to 'stop the boats' on further immigration crackdown. Science, Innovation and Technology Sec Michelle Donelan joins the show. All of this and more on this episode of the Nick Ferrari Whole Show Podcast. 

MI5 says they are 'profoundly sorry' for not stopping the Manchester arena bombing, Constance Marten and Mark Gordon charged with gross negligence manslaughter after the body of a baby is found, 'Get heavy with police,' Matt Hancock told ministers to enforce lockdown, Boris Johnson says he will find it 'very difficult' to vote for Sunak's new Brexit deal, 'Abhorrent' drag cabaret shows for babies features men in heels and bondage and pupils receive death threats after a copy of the Koran was damaged at school.

Lockdown files expose there was no good reason for 'rule of six' on children, Remains of a baby found during search for Constance Marten's newborn, Rise in Children getting treated for eating disorders and Parents who let morbidly obese daughter die jailed for manslaughter.

The transgender double rapist Isla Bryson has been jailed for 8 years. Scottish Shadow Secretary for Equalities Rachael Hamilton MSP says this case 'certainly contributed to Nicola Sturgeon's resignation'. The number of attackers jailed for more than 6 months for assaulting emergency workers halves to 0.5%. Nick recaps his GEMS campaign, that was created as a petition just over 6 years ago, which strived to guard and protect our emergency medical service staff from abuse. Also, parents of truanting pupils could have their child benefits stopped says Michael Gove. All of this and more on this episode of the Nick Ferrari Whole Show Podcast. 

Rishi Sunak is to meet the EU chief to reach a Brexit breakthrough on an agreement. At least 59 migrants have drowned after a boat breaks apart off the coast of southern Italy. Also, research has found that the majority of drivers say aggressive cyclists threaten their safety. One caller called it 'absurd!' Are they the big threat on the road today? All of this and more on this episode of the Nick Ferrari Whole Show Podcast. 

One year ago today, Russian troops invaded Ukraine and the world watched. The show looks over what has happened in the last year, the stoicism of Ukrainians, Zelensky's 'Churchill' like leadership, the unity of the West in support and discussions on whether this will go on for the next 12 months. Former British Ambassador to Russia Sir Laurie Bristow, Special Envoy James Rubin, Defence Secretary Ben Wallace and others join the show. All of this and more on this episode of the Nick Ferrari Whole Show Podcast. 

We hear the full exclusive interview that Defense Secretary Ben Wallace gave to Nick Ferrari at a military training camp in Dorset yesterday. Plus we talk to the BBC Newsnight Investigative Producer who has the truth about the Tavistock clinic

Biden says NATO will not tire as Putin blames the West for the war, nurses pause strikes to enter pay talks with ministers and ASDA and Morrisons ration produce amid shortages. Veterans' Affairs Minister Johnny Mercer joins live.

Junior doctors call for 26 per cent pay rise, an LBC exclusive report on a Met Officer caught publicly masturbating on train twice, Nicola Bulley's family slams 'appalling' media and former PMs Liz Truss and Boris Johnson urge Rishi Sunak to provide jets for Ukraine

Peter Faulding talks to Nick after a body has been found in the River Wyre less than a mile from where Nicola Bulley was last seen. The diving expert who led the search in the river defends his team and says he wouldn't apologise to the family. Sadiq Khan's ULEZ expansion could be blocked by Downing Street, Councillor Paul Osborn, the Conservative leader of Harrow Council, joins to back this challenge. Also, Sir Rushdie has said the sensitivity police are back as Roald Dahl's descriptions of appearances of characters have been censored. Nick asks whether you would be offended by Dahl's line '“Aunt Sponge was enormously fat and very short. She had small piggy eyes, a sunken mouth and one of those white flabby faces that looked exactly as though it had been boiled." All of this and more on this episode of the Nick Ferrari Whole Show Podcast.

'Time will tell' if Lancashire Police were right to reveal details of Nicola Bulley's private life, including her issues with alcohol and HRT treatment. Met Police Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley joins the show live. The force investigating her disappearance referred itself to the police watchdog over prior contact with Nicola Bulley. And as Sir Keir Starmer meets Ukrainian President Zelenskyy in Kyiv, Shadow Foreign Secretary David Lammy joins live. All of this and more on this episode of the Nick Ferrari Whole Show podcast.

'The time is now' says Nicola Sturgeon following her announcement of her resignation as First Minister and SNP leader. Shadow Home Secretary Yvette Cooper joins the show. Also, both the public and MPs are furious after the police revealed that Nicola Bulley suffered with 'some significant issues with alcohol' and is menopausal in the latest press conference. Peter Faulding, dive expert who led the search in the River Wyre, joins Nick to discuss whether this information should have been released to the public. All of this and more on this episode of the Nick Ferrari Whole Show podcast.

The West risk running out of ammunition as Putin orders Russian troops to advance further in Ukraine. Defence Secretary Ben Wallace joins Nick to discuss. Equalities watchdog end their Labour party monitoring following the antisemitism reforms. Also, Queen Consort Camilla will cut out the Koh-I-Noor Colonial Diamond from the coronation. But is that enough to resolve the controversy around it? All of this and more on this episode of the Nick Ferrari Whole Show podcast.

Rishi Sunak has said that RAF jets are ready to intercept and shoot down Chinese spy balloons if they are seen flying over the UK. Also, three London Labour MPs have come out against Sadiq Khan's ULEZ expansion in an LBC exclusive. Labour MP for Mitcham and Morden Siobhain McDonagh joins the show agreeing on pushing back the expansion. Also, Unison General Secretary Christina McAnea joined Nick to discuss strike action. All of this and more on this episode of the Nick Ferrari Whole Show podcast.

The US government have shot down the fourth UFO this month and they aren't ruling out the possibility of alien involvement... we talk to a former Ministry of Defense UFO expert who thinks there may be more to the story than meets the eye... or not as the case may be! PLUS, Roads Minister Richard Holden joins Nick to talk about the Labour report into frivolous government spending including £3k on decorative photographs!

In the wake of President Zelenskyy's visit to the UK we discuss why it is seemingly so difficult for us to pledge further support for the war. PLUS we talk to Speaker of the House about the famous air force helmet that he was given by the Ukranian President yesterday. We also discuss the Prevent report that today revealed a startling change in priorities and even talk to one caller who was himself referred to the Prevent Program.

In the wake of a devastating earthquake in Turkey and Syria, Andrew Mitchell, Minister of State in the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office, joins Nick to explain exactly what aid is needed and how we can get it out there. PLUS ahead of the sentencing of former met police officer and serial rapist David Carrick, Nick asks: what would it take to restore your faith in the met.

Today sees the biggest strike in NHS history as nurses, ambulance staff and more decide to walk out over pay and work conditions. Health Minister Maria Caulfield and Unite the Union General Secretary Sharon Graham join the discussion. Also, teachers in primary schools are buying poorer pupils toothbrushes and toothpaste. Nick discusses with callers whether this is down to the cost-of-living crisis, or if it is just bad parenting. More on the state of the economy, Financial Journalist Paul Lewis joins live to answer your questions on mortgages and personal finances. All of this and more on this episode of the Nick Ferrari Whole Show podcast.

Ofgem tells energy suppliers to suspend forced installations of prepayment meters, after reports of house break-ins. Industrial action continues, and today it is rail strikes. ASLEF General Secretary Mick Whelan joins the discussion. Also, the attempted rape and assault charges against Manchester United player Mason Greenwood have been dropped. But should he put the football boots back on? All of this and more on this episode of the Nick Ferrari Whole Show podcast.

Rishi Sunak was told of Dominic Raab's 'unacceptable behaviour' last Summer, before appointing him to cabinet. Former Chief of Staff for Boris Johnson, Lord Lister, joins the show. It begs the question, where is the line of bullying in the workplace? Also, Shell has announced record annual profits of £32.2 billion, as energy prices surge. All of this and more on this episode of the Nick Ferrari Whole Show podcast.

Half a million people walk out in the BIGGEST day of strikes in a decade, Education Secretary Gillian Keegan MP speaks to Nick, Rishi Sunak marks 100 days as Prime Minister, TUC General Secretary Paul Nowak takes your calls

On this, the third anniversary of the UK leaving the EU, Nick talks to the EU's Chief Brexit Negotiator, Guy Verhofstadt, they touch on the Ukraine war, Sunak's handling of the economy and Labour's fear of addressing the failures of Brexit. PLUS Brexit advocate Theresa Villiers and Former US Special Envoy to Northern Ireland Mick Mulvaney join the show.

After the long awaited sacking of Tory party Chairman Nadhim Zahawi, Nick asks why don't we have tougher checks for prospective ministers? Plus we look ahead to the teachers strikes which are planned for this Wednesday and we test the famous ChatGPT, challenging it to write a classic Nick Ferrari introduction.

On the show today Nick spoke to former Transport Minister Steve Norris about the staggering news that HS2 wont even venture into central London! PLUS we look ahead to the chancellors keynote speech and hear from a caller who's nearest bank branch is just 23 miles away, across the sea!

Following more stories on police corruption, Met Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley says two or three Met officers a week will face court. The US joins Germany in sending tanks to Ukraine, as other allies debate over sending fighter jets. Also, the trans woman guilty of raping two women has been remanded in a female prison. Shadow Home Secretary Yvette Cooper tells Nick that Bryson should be in a male prison. All of this and more on this episode of the Nick Ferrari Whole Show podcast.

After David Lammy's comments on the show yesterday about tradespeople taking the tube to work LBC's own Henry Riley tries to make his way from Seven Sisters to our studio in Leicester Square with a full array of work gear, only to run into a few troubles along the way... PLUS Nick discusses the missing migrant children and a remarkable story about a Transgender rapist being held in a woman's jail.

Rishi Sunak has ordered his ethics adviser to investigate Nadhim Zahawi's tax dealings. A former spokesperson to Ukrainian president Zelensky, Iuliia Mendel, joins to discuss Germany not blocking the export of its Leopard 2 tanks being sent to Ukraine. Also, more than 170 arrests were made during a police crackdown on serious criminals. Crime and Policing Minister Chris Philp joins the show. All of this and more on this episode of the Nick Ferrari Whole Show podcast.

Tory Chairman Nadhim Zahawi admits that tax chiefs have found he was 'careless' with his tax returns. Former HMRC Head, Sir Edward Troup, discusses his view on politicians publicising their tax dealings. Also, joining the show from the picket line is Unite General Secretary Sharon Graham, as ambulance workers strike again. Finally, CBI Director-General Tony Danker joins to discuss his first keynote speech of 2023. All of this and more on this episode of the Nick Ferrari Whole Show podcast.

Rail workers have been given a fresh pay offer in a bid to end strike action. Also, NATO allies tell Germany to 'stop stalling' on a Ukraine tank deal. On other stories, the police are 'looking into' a video of Rishi Sunak not wearing a seatbelt in a moving car... Tut-tut! All of this and more on this episode of the Nick Ferrari Whole Show Podcast.

Police forces have been ordered to do background checks on existing staff in the same way they vet recruits. Also, Chancellor of the Exchequer Jeremy Hunt is mocked over 'Mr Bean-esque' video explaining inflation using coffee cups. Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities Michael Gove joins the discussion. All of this and more on this episode of the Nick Ferrari Whole Show Podcast.

Nurses begin a 48-hour walkout over pay and conditions. Royal College of Nursing General Secretary Pat Cullen joins the conversation. Also, to discuss this and Britain current facing threats of a general strike in February is Immigration Minister Robert Jenrick and Emily Thornberry, the Shadow Attorney General for England and Wales. On a lighter note, food regulators warn that cake in offices should be viewed like 'passive smoking'. Are you able to resist a cheeky slice? All of this and more on this episode of the Nick Ferrari Whole Show podcast.

Met Police Officer David Carrick has been revealed as one of UK's worst rapists after admitting to dozens of offences. Also, teachers have voted to strike over their pay and workload. Education Secretary Gillian Keegan and Joint General Secretary Kevin Courtney joins in on the discussion. On other topics, the Asda Chairman Lord Rose talks with Nick about business. All of this and more on this episode of the Nick Ferrari Whole Show podcast.

Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer returns to answer your questions. Also, a man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a London drive-by shooting leaves a 7-year-old girl in life threatening conditions. All of this and more on this episode of the Nick Ferrari Whole Show podcast.

Ambulance response times in England are the worst on record and A&E waiting times have hit a new high. Also, the nominations for the Brit awards 2023 are out! But controversy strikes because in the run up for the gender neutral 'best artist' award, the nominees all have something in common... They're all men. The Shadow Northern Ireland Secretary Peter Kyle joins the show. All of this and more on this episode of the Nick Ferrari Whole Show podcast.

Tories have been urged to ban Andrew Bridgen from standing at next election after his vaccine 'holocaust' tweet. Also, the NHS are said to have 'abandoned' pregnant women as 4 in 10 have said there was a struggle getting staff. Former NHS England Chief Executive Lord Crisp joins in on the discussion. All of this and more on this episode of the Nick Ferrari Whole Show podcast.

Ambulance workers strike, loveless couples prevented from getting divorce, flood warnings, Downing Street defends Rishi's private jet flight, Just Stop Oil exclusive and Harry condemns 'dangerous' spin on Taliban comments

Britain is assessing a deal on supplying Ukraine with tanks, being the first Western country to do so. General Sir Richard Shirreff, Former Deputy Supreme Commander of NATO in Europe, and Business Secretary Grant Shapps joins in on the discussion. Also, talks to resolve NHS strikes have ended with little progress, the unions have said. All of this and more on this episode of the Nick Ferrari Whole Show podcast.

Prince Harry gives an explosive interview with ITV ahead of the book launch for 'Spare'. Former Communications Secretary to King Charles, Kristina Kyriacou, joins in on the discussion. Also, NHS pressures have become so overwhelming that care home beds are being used to clear wards. Yet, Rishi Sunak refuses to comment on his own healthcare. All of this and more on this episode of the Nick Ferrari Whole Show podcast.

Following the leak of Prince Harry's book 'Spare' in Spain, revelations about the Duke and his family have caused quite a stir. From 'begging' King Charles not to marry Camilla to the Prince killing 25 Taliban fighters whilst serving in Afghanistan, it begs the question, has he revealed too much? Also, Sir Keir Starmer embraces Brexit slogan with his 'take back control' bill aimed at devolving power out of Westminster. All of this and more on this episode of the Nick Ferrari Whole Show podcast.

Rishi Sunak outlines his vision for Britain in his first major speech since becoming Prime Minister. Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves and former Countdown co-host Carol Vorderman joins in on the conversation. Also, Sunak's new strike law could let bosses sack workers and sue unions. All of this and more on this episode of the Nick Ferrari Whole Show podcast.

Ambulance staff have been told to leave patients on trollies if A&E is busy. Also, Rishi Sunak wants all pupils to study maths to the age of 18 as a part of his big vision for Britain. Do you think that two extra years of compulsory maths education is wise? All of this and more on this episode of the Nick Ferrari Whole Show podcast.

Medics have warned the PM that the pressure on NHS is 'unbearable'. Furthermore, the next set of rail strikes has begun, which has been set to cause severe, widespread disruption. Transport Secretary Mark Harper, Network Rail Chief Negotiator Tim Shoveller, and General Secretary of the RMT Mick Lynch join live. All of this and more on this episode of the Nick Ferrari Whole Show podcast.