Politics At Sam and Anne's

Sky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard share their daily guide to the day ahead in politics in under 20 minutes. Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch has been accused “denigrating” her childhood homeland by Nigeria’s vice president and an advisor suggested she makes Nigeria “sound like a leper colony.” A spokesman for Badenoch has responded saying: “Kemi is not interested in doing Nigeria’s PR.” With a prison capacity crisis still looming, the government pledges £2.3billion for 14,000 new prison places. As safety repairs are ongoing and demand soaring, Jack and Sam explore Labour’s plans. And could trade union pushback on the government’s recommended 2.8% pay rise for millions of public sector workers actually work in the Chancellor’s favour?You can send a WhatsApp to Jack and Sam on 07511 867 633 or email them: [email protected]

Sky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard share their daily guide to the day ahead in politics in under 20 minutes. Rachel Reeves gets Westminster in the Christmas spirit as she launches her spending review - will the Chancellor do an ‘Elon Musk’ on government departments? And Keir Starmer heads to Cyprus as the government makes a decision on Syrian refugees. You can send a WhatsApp to Jack and Sam on 07511 867 633 or email them: [email protected]

Sky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard share their daily guide to the day ahead in politics in under 20 minutes.The Assad regime’s 50-year rule in Syria has ended, leaving a region on edge. Jack and Sam unpack what this means for global geopolitics, how Syria’s fall weakens Russia and Iran, as well as the implications for global oil prices, migration, and UK foreign policy. Plus, a closer look at Labour’s EU engagement, as Chancellor Rachel Reeves heads to Brussels and PM Sir Keir Starmer gears up for high-level security talks in the UAE. You can send a WhatsApp to Jack and Sam on 07511 867 633 or email them: [email protected]

Sky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard share their daily guide to the day ahead in politics in under 20 minutes. Today Sir Keir Starmer lays out a set of six “milestones” to accompany his previous five “missions” for government. But how memorable are these missions and milestones, and are they set to become millstones? You can send a WhatsApp to Jack and Sam on 07511 867 633 or email them: [email protected]

Sky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard share their daily guide to the day ahead in politics in under 20 minutes. After politicians of all sides gathered in a London hotel for the Spectator Parliamentarian of the year, Jack and Sam go over the best stories from the night and explain why it shone a light on a new era of money in politics. And they discuss the role of Nigel Farage’s Reform party in British politics - and is Keir Starmer the best person to challenge its rise?You can send a WhatsApp to Jack and Sam on 07511 867 633 or email them: [email protected] Watch Sky's report into the rise of Reform here: https://news.sky.com/story/something-remarkable-is-happening-with-gen-z-is-reform-uk-winning-the-bro-vote-13265490

Sky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard share their daily guide to the day ahead in politics in under 20 minutes. Did we get a window into the prime minister’s attempt at a close relationship with Donald Trump on Monday when he said we will invest “more deeply than ever” in the special relationship with the US? It comes as Donald Trump announced his pick for US Ambassador to the UK.Also, who is the new cabinet secretary and head of the civil service, Sir Chris Wormald?You can send a WhatsApp to Jack and Sam on 07511 867 633 or email them: [email protected]

Sky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard share their daily guide to the day ahead in politics in under 20 minutes. With just over two weeks to go until parliament breaks for Christmas, the prime minister is planning to set out a new “Plan for Change” for the country this week. Why is Sir Keir Starmer doing this now? Is this a big reset for the government? And will it cut through? Also today, we hear 20,000 people have crossed the Channel in small boats since Labour won the election. So how is the home secretary dealing with illegal migration? You can send a WhatsApp to Jack and Sam on 07511 867 633 or email them: [email protected]

Sky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard share their daily guide to the day ahead in politics in under 20 minutes. Net migration figures published this morning are expected to fall in part due to restrictions that were introduced by the Tories. Jack and Sam discuss what the reaction will be to the figures and how it could shape future migration policy. Plus, they explain what to look for tomorrow with the landmark vote on assisted dying. You can send a WhatsApp to Jack and Sam on 07511 867 633 or email them: [email protected]

Sky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard share their daily guide to the day ahead in politics in under 20 minutes.It’s only the third time Keir Starmer and Kemi Badenoch have faced each other at PMQs – how do they both prepare? A busy first appearance for David Lammy at the Foreign Select Committee as a ceasefire is declared in the Middle East. And, is growth this government’s top priority?You can send a WhatsApp to Jack and Sam on 07511 867 633 or email them: [email protected]

Sky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard share their daily guide to the day ahead in politics in under 20 minutes. How do you get millions of people off benefits and back into work? The government is attempting to solve this age-old problem today as it launches a new white paper to “get Britain working”. But how robust is its plan? Does the government hold the key to successful welfare reform? And can they afford it? Also – Donald Trump has said he plans to introduce tariffs on US imports from Mexico, Canada and China on his first day in office. What does this mean for world trade, and for the UK? You can send a WhatsApp to Jack and Sam on 07511 867 633 or email them: [email protected]

Sky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard share their daily guide to the day ahead in politics in under 20 minutes. Another week, another opportunity for Rachel Reeves to defend the tax rises in her budget.Today she'll want to reassure business leaders as they complain her plans are putting them off hiring.But as the government announces welfare reforms this week to get more people back into work - does the budget actually undermine those plans?Also this week, MPs will vote on whether to legalise assisted dying.With the cabinet split on the issue - how difficult is this for the government? And should individual ministers be so vocal on their views? You can send a WhatsApp to Jack and Sam on 07511 867 633 or email them: [email protected]

Sky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard share their daily guide to the day ahead in politics in under 20 minutes. This morning Westminster wakes up to the news that John Prescott, Britain's longest-ever holder of the title deputy prime minister, the conscience of New Labour, and - at times - its life and soul, has died.Jack and Sam reflect on his legacy both within and beyond party politics and ask whether Angela Rayner should inherit his intolerance of the overly liberal middle class and be the deputy prime minister of working people.They also discuss what lies ahead for Ukraine as British missiles are fired into Russia for the first time in the conflict.

Sky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard share their daily guide to the day ahead in politics in under 20 minutes. Jack checks in from Washington, which is still buzzing from Trump’s cabinet picks and 2024 ambitions, which could include a Scottish visit next year. PM Keir Starmer is now returning from his trip to Brazil but will miss PMQs, leaving Angela Rayner to face the new Conservative frontbench. What do we know about Alex Burghart who is being put up by the Tories to face her? Plus, Jack and Sam get into the social media regulation discussion and Elon Musk's invitation to appear before a select committee You can send a WhatsApp to Jack and Sam on 07511 867 633 or email them: [email protected]

Sky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard share their daily guide to the day ahead in politics in under 20 minutes.Jack is in Washington DC, where in 62 days president-elect Donald Trump will be inaugurated for a second time. There’s much anticipation to find out who will be in charge of the US economy.At the G20 meeting in Brazil, PM Keir Starmer navigates relations with China and the prospect of escalating conflict in Ukraine and Russia, Jack and Sam wonder if he has played his cards right.And in the UK, farmers will descend on Westminster in protest following Labour's change to inheritance tax relief on farming businesses in the budget. Has the government “betrayed” farmers?You can send a WhatsApp to Jack and Sam on 07511 867 633 or email them: [email protected]

Sky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard share their daily guide to the day ahead in politics in under 20 minutes. Keir Starmer is back on his travels in Brazil for the G20 meeting. On his agenda is the first face-to-face meeting between a UK prime minister and a Chinese president since 2018.More on Starmer’s mind may be the expectation that the UK will follow the US’s lead in allowing long-range weapons to be used by Ukraine to hit targets within Russia. Putin has said that any use of long-range missiles will be seen as the involvement of Nato in the conflict, so will the move risk escalating tensions? Plus, Jack and Sam set up what’s ahead over the coming week. You can send a WhatsApp to Jack and Sam on 07511 867 633 or email them: [email protected]

Sky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard share their daily guide to the day ahead in politics in under 20 minutes. Today Rachel Reeves is heading to Mansion House for her latest speech on growth and pensions fund reform as she attempts to get back on the front foot following a bumpy couple of weeks after the budget. They also discuss Health Secretary Wes Streeting's objection to the assisted dying bill and whether it will realistically pass.Plus, they have the latest on what to expect from Donald Trump's tenure as he announces more of his cabinet. You can send a WhatsApp to Jack and Sam on 07511 867 633 or email them: [email protected]

Sky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard share their daily guide to the day ahead in politics in under 20 minutes. There are new plans from Wes Streeting to reform the NHS - Jack and Sam discuss his league table plan which isn't going down well with all parts of the health service. Does some of it sound a bit like Tony Blair?Donald Trump says he will nominate Fox News host and "anti-woke" commentator Pete Hegseth for his defense secretary. How will that go down at the UK's Ministry of Defence (MOD) and in other parts of the world?You can send a WhatsApp to Jack and Sam on 07511 867 633 or email them: [email protected]

Sky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard share their daily guide to the day ahead in politics in under 20 minutes. Sam calls in from Baku in Azerbaijan today, where he is with the prime minister at the COP climate change summit. The UK government wants to talk about leading the world into a clean energy transition - how ambitious is that? And can they pull it off? Sir Keir Starmer has also been talking about the Assisted Dying Bill which has now been published ahead of a parliament debate and vote in a few weeks' time. The safeguards in the bill mean that two independent doctors would have to be satisfied someone is eligible and made their decision voluntarily - but there are still a lot of concerned disability campaigners. Where is the government on the bill? You can send a WhatsApp to Jack and Sam on 07511 867 633 or email them: [email protected]

Sky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard share their daily guide to the day ahead in politics in under 20 minutes. The prime minister is on his travels today - first to Paris for Armistice Day commemorations and then to Baku in Azerbaijan for the COP climate change summit. How will Sir Keir Starmer use his visits to deal with the foreign policy agenda? Will he take the opportunity to speak to other world leaders about dealing with president-elect Donald Trump? You can send a WhatsApp to Jack and Sam on 07511 867 633 or email them: [email protected]

Sky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard share their daily guide to the day ahead in politics in under 20 minutes. As the reality of a second Trump presidency sinks in, what have the immediate global consequences been? Jack and Sam discuss the various reactions of world leaders to the news as they gather for a summit in Budapest, hosted by Trump supporter Viktor Orban. What are the economic consequences of the tariffs Trump has hinted at? What does it mean for Ukraine? And what does it mean for domestic politics? How are members of the UK Labour party squaring their past statements on the man with the realities of government? You can send a WhatsApp to Jack and Sam on 07511 867 633 or email them: [email protected]

Sky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard share their daily guide to the day ahead in politics in under 20 minutes.With everyone waking up to the possibility of a second Trump presidency in the US, how will the UK government react?There may be huge news across the pond, but Sir Keir Starmer also needs to focus on the House of Commons today as he faces Kemi Badenoch in her first PMQs as the new leader of the Opposition. Jack and Sam predict what her style might be, and how the prime minister will fare up against her.Plus, the chancellor faces a grilling at the Treasury Select Committee when it goes through her tax raising budget. You can send a WhatsApp to Jack and Sam on 07511 867 633 or email them: [email protected]

Sky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard share their daily guide to the day ahead in politics in under 20 minutes.Kemi Badenoch continues to appoint her frontbench today – all in time for her to chair her first shadow cabinet meeting.With Priti Patel as the shadow foreign secretary – what does it tell us about Ms Badenoch’s attempts to unite the party? And how will she fill all the other spots, when she only has 121 MPs to choose from?Also today, the government is focused on the long-trailed policy to ban smoking, as the Tobacco and Vapes Bill is introduced to parliament.And how is the UK government preparing for the US election?You can send a WhatsApp to Jack and Sam on 07511 867 633 or email them: [email protected]

Sky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard share their daily guide to the day ahead in politics in under 20 minutes. The prime minister is focusing on migration today and announcing more money for his Border Security Command – but will it help the government 'smash the gangs', as they promised during the election? Also today, the new leader of the Opposition, Kemi Badenoch, announces her shadow cabinet - how will she unite the Conservative party? And it's the final day of campaigning in the US presidential election. You can send a WhatsApp to Jack and Sam on 07511 867 633 or email them: [email protected]

Sky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard share their daily guide to the day ahead in politics in under 20 minutes. Jack and Sam go over reaction to Rachel Reeves's first budget - including questions about how money for the NHS will be used.They also discuss the potential risks for the chancellor from here after her "tax and spend" statement. You can send a WhatsApp to Jack and Sam on 07511 867 633 or email them: [email protected]

Sky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard share their daily guide to the day ahead in politics in under 20 minutes. Today chancellor Rachel Reeves delivers the first Labour budget in 15 years. She’s looking to close a £40bn funding gap – with more details on how tax rises will help that. With the government insisting there are “no rabbits in the hat”, Jack and Sam say to watch her investment announcements as well as how markets react. And how the row about a cap on bus fares tells you all about the challenges facing Labour in their early months and years in power. You can send a WhatsApp to Jack and Sam on 07511 867 633 or email them: [email protected]

The chancellor will deliver the first Labour budget in 15 years tomorrow. It will be a huge moment for the government, but how will it sit with the public?Will we hear from a government that's raising taxes and borrowing a lot more to fund public services? And how different is that to the tone of the party when it campaigned in the general election? Plus - it's the final week of the Conservative Party leadership contest - how are Kemi Badenoch and Robert Jenrick making noise through all the focus on the budget? You can send a WhatsApp to Jack and Sam on 07511 867 633 or email them: [email protected]

Sky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard share their daily guide to the day ahead in politics in under 20 minutes. It’s budget week. After weeks of build-up, leaks and speculation will there be space for a "rabbit" on Wednesday, or do we already know the lot? And how is the government framing any negativity around tax rises? Also today, Labour has suspended the MP for Runcorn and Helsby, Mike Amesbury, after CCTV footage appeared to show him punching a man to the ground and hitting him repeatedly. 👉 Tap here to follow Politics At Jack And Sam's wherever you get your podcasts 👈 You can send a WhatsApp to Jack and Sam on 07511 867 633 or email them: [email protected]

Sky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard share their daily guide to the day ahead in politics in under 20 minutes. Two important summits this week - one the prime minister is at, one he isn't. Sir Keir Starmer is in Samoa for a Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM), but Russian President Vladimir Putin has greeted more than 20 heads of state at the BRICS summit of emerging economies, including some of those who should be with Sir Keir.The PM's appearance is underpinned by a row about reparations for the UK's historical role in the trans-Atlantic slave trade. Sir Keir has insisted the Commonwealth needs to face forward, not look backward, but how will that land?And as Rachel Reeves prepares to tell the IMF about changes to fiscal rules, are we heading towards a "mixed message" budget? Jack and Sam discuss her visit to Washington.You can send a WhatsApp to Jack and Sam on 07511 867 633 or email them: [email protected]

Donald Trump has filed a legal complaint against the Labour Party accusing them of interfering in the US election after activists travelled to the US to support his rival Kamala Harris. Jack and Sam discuss if the row could jeopardise the government's relationship with the Republican candidate.Plus, the Commons will hear a statement today on the murder of Chris Kaba, the government has signed a new security pact with Germany and Jack and Sam have the latest on the budget.Sky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard share their daily guide to the day ahead in politics in under 20 minutes. 👉 Tap here to follow Politics At Jack And Sam's wherever you get your podcasts 👈 You can send a WhatsApp to Jack and Sam on 07511 867 633 or email them: [email protected]

Sky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard share their daily guide to the day ahead in politics in under 20 minutes. As more than 1,000 prisoners are released early today, Jack and Sam examine the justice secretary’s review of sentencing. Could house arrest be the solution to overcrowding? Plus – what will ministers be focused on at today’s cabinet meeting? You can send a WhatsApp to Jack and Sam on 07511 867 633 or email them: [email protected]

Sky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard share their daily guide to the day ahead in politics in under 20 minutes. With just nine days to go until Rachel Reeves’s first budget, how much money is the chancellor planning to spend on public services? Which taxes will have to rise to pay for any spending increases? And how nervous are cabinet ministers feeling about it? Plus, the government is asking the public for ideas about how to improve the NHS. You can send a WhatsApp to Jack and Sam on 07511 867 633 or email them: [email protected]

Sky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard share their daily guide to the day ahead in politics in under 20 minutes. Chancellor Rachel Reeves may have put the finishing touches on Labour’s first budget, but some cabinet ministers, including deputy prime minister Angela Rayner, are said to be concerned about how harsh cuts will be. With the 30th October budget basically ready, could there be a revolt when the details are published? Plus, the two Tory leadership hopefuls Robert Jenrick and Kemi Badenoch face each other in a head-to-head debate, but on what issues will they align, and where are they different? You can send a WhatsApp to Jack and Sam on 07511 867 633 or email them: [email protected]

Sky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard share their daily guide to the day ahead in politics in under 20 minutes. On the day the assisted dying bill is introduced to parliament, Jack and Sam examine the politics of the issue, which was last considered by MPs almost a decade ago. With PMQs today likely to be dominated by questions about the upcoming budget – just how big is the hole in the economy that the chancellor needs to fill? You can send a WhatsApp to Jack and Sam on 07511 867 633 or email them: [email protected]

Sky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard share their daily guide to the day ahead in politics in under 20 minutes. With just over two weeks to go until the Autumn Budget – what are the rumours about National Insurance, and would a rise in the tax for businesses be breaking a Labour manifesto pledge? And what is the fate for the Tory party after Sir John Curtice suggested neither Robert Jenrick nor Kemi Badenoch can save the party in the polls. You can send a WhatsApp to Jack and Sam on 07511 867 633 or email them: [email protected]

Sky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard share their daily guide to the day ahead in politics in under 20 minutes. On the day of the government's first ever investment summit in the capital, how will the prime minister win over business leaders after a tricky run-up to the meeting? Plus, the foreign secretary is at the EU Foreign Affairs Council in Luxembourg – what does it mean for closer relations between the UK and the EU? You can send a WhatsApp to Jack and Sam on 07511 867 633 or email them: [email protected]

Sky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard share their daily guide to the day ahead in politics in under 20 minutes. A shock exit for James Cleverly from the Tory leadership race sends accusations of skullduggery flying around Westminster - and Jack and Sam try to get to the bottom of what went wrong for team Cleverly. Plus, Ukraine’s President Zelenskyy heads to Downing Street as part of a NATO bilateral but attention in No10 is still on the upcoming Budget. You can send a WhatsApp to Jack and Sam on 07511 867 633 or email them: [email protected]

Sky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard share their daily guide to the day ahead in politics in under 20 minutes. It's the first PMQs after a difficult couple of weeks for Sir Keir Starmer, which saw scrutiny over freebies and the resignation of Sue Gray. And we have a better idea of what's going to be in Rachel Reeves's budget, which is just around the corner. Could she tweak debt rules despite promising never to do so? Plus, the Tory leadership race is down to three with Tom Tugendhat out. Which contender will take his MP votes?

Sky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard share their daily guide to the day ahead in politics in under 20 minutes. The Conservative Party leadership contest sees another candidate knocked out later today – how much of a bounce has there been for James Cleverly? Meanwhile, Sir Keir Starmer chairs his first cabinet since his chief of staff resigned – how much influence will Sue Gray’s replacement, Morgan McSweeney, have? You can send a WhatsApp to Jack and Sam on 07511 867 633 or email them: [email protected]

Sky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard share their daily guide to the day ahead in politics in under 20 minutes. Following Sue Gray’s resignation, Jack and Sam share the details of her departure and they discuss the mood in Downing Street this morning, as the Prime Minister gets together his new top team. Jack and Sam also have their rundown of the biggest political events this week. You can send a WhatsApp to Jack and Sam on 07511 867 633 or email them: [email protected]

Sky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard share their daily guide to the day ahead in politics in under 20 minutes. Sir Keir Starmer has announced he will be paying back more than £6,000 worth of freebies following a month of difficult questions about what the prime minister does and doesn't pay for. Meanwhile, lobbying begins before the Tory leadership race reaches knockout stages next week. James Cleverly put himself at the front of the race during his Tory party conference speech on Wednesday. You can send a WhatsApp to Jack and Sam on 07511 867 633 or email them: [email protected]

Sky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard share their daily guide to the day ahead in politics in under 20 minutes. Overnight, military action in the Middle East escalated further, with Iran firing hundreds of missiles at Israel in response to Israel’s ground incursion of Lebanon. PM Keir Starmer has condemned the attack by Iran, while also encouraging UK nationals still in Lebanon to leave. But is this military escalation by nations in the Middle East a failure of Western diplomacy to prevent it? Jack and Sam also discuss the last day of the Conservative party conference in Birmingham, with the four leadership hopefuls, Tom Tugendhat, James Cleverly, Robert Jenrick, and Kemi Badenoch, giving speeches. You can send a WhatsApp to Jack and Sam on 07511 867 633 or email them: [email protected]

Sky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard share their daily guide to the day ahead in politics in under 20 minutes. As the podcast turns one today, Jack and Sam are back in Birmingham covering the Conservative Party conference as the race to be new leader appears to get even tighter. Meanwhile in Westminster the race to replace cabinet secretary Simon Case begins.

Sky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard share their daily guide to the day ahead in politics in under 20 minutes. This week they're in Birmingham for the Conservative party conference where the focus is on Jenrick, Badenoch, Tugendhat and Cleverly; the four leaders remaining in the leadership race. They discuss what to expect from the candidates in the next few days including how Kemi Badenoch can recover from her controversial maternity pay comments.

Sky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard share their daily guide to the day ahead in politics in under 20 minutes. Western leaders prepare for a worst-case scenario in Lebanon as Israeli military troops are set for a ground offensive against Hezbollah. After another evening of frenzied diplomacy, the US, Britain, EU and several Arab nations are calling for a "temporary ceasefire" along the Lebanese border.Meanwhile, Sir Keir Starmer and Rachel Reeves are still facing questions on the domestic strife and Jack and Sam discuss what we can expect from next week's Tory party conferenceYou can send a WhatsApp to Jack and Sam on 07511 867 633 or email them: [email protected]

Sky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard share their daily guide to the day ahead in politics in under 20 minutes. On the day Sir Keir Starmer addresses the Labour party conference as Prime Minister for the first time, Jack and Sam set out what he’ll announce and ask whether he can pull off his tough messaging.They also talk about the conflict in the Middle East as the Prime Minister travels to the UN General Assembly in New York later. 👉 Tap here to follow Politics at Jack and Sam's wherever you get your podcasts 👈 You can send a WhatsApp to Jack and Sam on 07511 867 633 or email them: [email protected]

Sky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard share their daily guide to the day ahead in politics in under 20 minutes. On the day Sir Keir Starmer addresses the Labour Party conference as prime minister for the first time, Jack and Sam set out what he'll announce and ask whether he can pull off his tough messaging. They also talk about the conflict in the Middle East, as the prime minister travels to the UN General Assembly in New York later.You can send a WhatsApp to Jack and Sam on 07511 867 633 or email them: [email protected]

Sky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard share their daily guide to the day ahead in politics in under 20 minutes. As the donations row and briefings against Sue Gray rumble on, Jack and Sam ask whether it's overshadowing what the government want people to be talking about at the Labour Party conference in Liverpool this week. They also set you up for the political week ahead with the rundown of what you can expect to see in the coming days. You can send a WhatsApp to Jack and Sam on 07511 867 633 or email them: [email protected]

Sky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard share their daily guide to the day ahead in politics in under 20 minutes. Just days before Labour meets for their party conference, they’re dealing with criticism over chief of staff Sue Gray’s salary, which is more than the PM's, and Sir Keir Starmer’s gifts. He’s received more freebies than any other MP since December 2019. And Foreign Secretary David Lammy is meeting his US counterpart Antony Blinken in Paris, following Tuesday’s pager explosions across Lebanon. The visit is aimed at salvaging stalled negotiations to end the Gaza conflict between Israel and Hamas. Send a WhatsApp to Jack and Sam on 07511 867 633 or email them: [email protected] You can find and search the Westminster Accounts here: news.sky.com/westminsteraccounts

Sky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard share their daily guide to the day ahead in politics in under 20 minutes. Following a wave of pager explosions across Lebanon that left thousands of Hezbollah members injured, there are fears of an escalation in tensions in the Middle East. What is Britain's reaction? Plus, new inflation figures are released, how will they impact budget spending, particularly on the NHS? And a decade after the Scottish independence referendum, where do voters sit now on whether they’d vote "Yes" or "No" to Scotland leaving the United Kingdom?You can send a WhatsApp to Jack and Sam on 07511 867 633 or email them: [email protected]

Sky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard are back with their daily guide to the day ahead in politics in under 20 minutes. As the row over gifts given to the prime minister and his wife rolls on, Jack and Sam ask whether it's a problem for Sir Keir Starmer to accept freebies from donors. They also pick apart the response to the story from government ministers. And on the day of Sir Ed Davey's speech to the Liberal Democrat conference, Jack and Sam discuss the place of the third-biggest party in parliament. You can send a WhatsApp to Jack and Sam on 07511 867 633 or email them: [email protected]