This Is Why

Chancellor Jeremy Hunt has halted and reversed "almost all" the tax measures announced in his predecessor Kwasi Kwarteng and Prime Minister Liz Truss's growth plan. But will it stabilise the economy enough to keep her in the job? On the Sky News Daily with Niall Paterson, our political correspondent Liz Bates has reaction from parliament, and our business correspondent Paul Kelso talks about what's left of Truss's economic plan.Producer: Soila Apparicio Podcast Promotions Producer: David Chipakupaku Editor: Philly Beaumont

Somalia is fighting a battle on all fronts: drought, disease and conflict. The country is experiencing its driest season in 40 years forcing more than a million people to flee to camps, not far from where al Qaeda-linked terror group al Shabaab is fighting to maintain its territory.On the Sky News Daily podcast Niall Paterson speaks to Sky’s Africa correspondent Yousra Elbagir, who shares her eyewitness account of Somalia’s struggle. Plus, Dr Nisar Majid, research associate in Somalia at London School of Economics, explains how we got here and if we can learn anything from the 2011 famine.Producers: Alys Bowen and Emma Rae WoodhousePodcast promotions producer: David ChipakupakuEditor: Philly Beaumont

In Kiev, Ilyas watches in horror as Russian rockets rain down on his city— the deadliest attack on the Ukrainian capital since the beginning of the war.Having left for Poland just hours before, Oksana escapes the attack, only to find her exit route to Warsaw targeted by more enemy missiles.Helpless, and on military assignment in Ireland, Seva takes stock of what’s to come.And with the dust now settling somewhat in Kyiv, Ilyas returns to record a final reflection on one of the most significant week’s in the war.OUR DIARISTSIlyas is an IT specialist and married father who fled from Kyiv to Lviv shortly after the war started. His wife Natalia, and two young sons are taking refuge in Poland.As of October 2022, Ilyas is back living in the family apartment in Kyiv and working, in part, for the Ukrainian government on various IT projects.Oksana, 35, works in overseas education. She lives with her husband, Seva, in an apartment complex in central Kyiv and has remained in the Ukrainian capital since the war started. Many of Oksana’s closest friends have left the country to begin new lives in Europe. Some may never return. She’s determined to stay. Seva, 40, is a company CEO and husband to Oksana. Before the war, he travelled across Europe for business. Now, he makes regular supply drops of medical aid and rations to Ukrainian troops on the front line in Eastern Ukraine. He’s originally from a small village near Dnipro. Ukraine War Diaries uses first-person audio, recorded on the ground in Ukraine, to give an intimate day-to-day perspective of life in a war zone. EP28 diary entries were recorded using WhatsApp voice note. From the producers of Sky News’ multi-award winning series – StoryCast. Producer: Rob MulhernEditor: Paul StanworthDigital Promotion: David Chipakupaku

The prime minister has sacked her first chancellor and done another U-turn on the mini-budget. This time, the promise to keep corporation tax at 19% rather than increase it to 25% has gone. Her friend and political ally Kwasi Kwarteng has been replaced by the former health secretary Jeremy Hunt. Liz Truss said: "It is clear that parts of our mini-budget went further and faster than markets were expecting." On the Sky News Daily, Niall Paterson talks to our political correspondent Tamara Cohen about the latest developments. Plus, you can hear Liz Truss’ news conference in full. Producer: Soila ApparicioEditor: Philly Beaumont

As the markets remain in turmoil and the Conservative party divided, pressure is piling on Liz Truss and Kwasi Kwarteng to reverse parts of the controversial mini-budget. On the Sky News Daily with Niall Paterson, our economics and data editor Ed Conway explains what is going on with the markets, and how it’s reacting to the government’s economic policy, and deputy political editor Sam Coates explores how the Conservative party might deal with the fall out. Producer: Soila Apparicio Podcast promotions producer: David Chipakupaku Editor: Philly Beaumont

Renters are fighting over a dwindling supply of homes. According to a new Sky news analysis, there’s been a big drop in the number of advertised rental properties over the last three years. On the Sky News Daily, Niall Paterson hears from people caught up in the problems. Anthony Breach, senior analyst at the Centre for Cities research group, explains why he believes controlling rent prices won’t solve some of the long-term problems. And Sky News Data journalist Amy Borrett talks about why supply of housing is one of the biggest issues. Producer: Emma Rae Woodhouse Interviews Producer: Alys Bowen Podcast Promotions Producer: David Chipakupaku Editors: Philly Beaumont and Paul Stanworth

President Putin has said there will be a "harsh" response to further attacks against Russia, following an explosion on the Kerch Bridge which links his country to the annexed Crimean peninsula. As retaliation, missiles hit several Ukrainian cities, including the capital, Kyiv. NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg said a deliberate attack on the critical infrastructure of Ukraine would be met with a "united and determined response". On the Sky News Daily with Niall Paterson, security and defence analyst Professor Michael Clarke explores the details behind the latest strikes and current military strength of Putin's army, and Diana Magnay, our Moscow correspondent, reports on the reaction in Russia. Also joining Niall are Dr Nick Ritchie, senior lecturer in international security at the University of York, who discusses Putin's nuclear threat, and Ukrainian MP Kira Rudik, who speaks about the resilience of her nation. Producer: Soila Apparicio Interviews Producer: Alys Bowen Podcast Promotion Producer: David Chipakupaku Editor: Paul Stanworth

Tensions between China and its neighbour Taiwan have risen in recent months, and now, a Sky News team has visited the island - speaking to people about daily life, the ongoing threat, and preparations for a possible invasion. On the Sky News Daily with Niall Paterson, we hear from those on the island as our Asia correspondent Cordelia Lynch reflects on the deployment, and former US national Security Adviser John Bolton discusses just how big a threat Beijing poses. Annie Joyce – senior podcast producer Emma Rae Woodhouse – podcast producer Rachel Thompson – Asia producer Jakub Szweda – interviews producer Nelly Stefanova and Rob Fellowes – archive researchers David Chipakupaku – podcast promotion producer Philly Beaumont – editor

The interest rate on a typical two-year fixed-rate mortgage has broken 6% for the first time in 14 years. The sudden rise has left first-time buyers with few affordable mortgage options, and those looking to re-mortgage facing huge increases in their monthly repayments. On the Sky News Daily, Niall Paterson speaks to two people whose plans have had to change as a result of the uncertainty with mortgages, plus gets some advice from mortgage broker Sarah Tucker. Editors - Philly Beaumont Podcast producer - Rosie Gillott Interviews producer – Alys Bowen Digital producer - David Chipakupaku

Recording on assignment military volunteer Seva weighs the cost of fallen colleagues against Ukraine’s greater ambition to liberate the entire country.In Kyiv, Oksana expresses her horror at billionaire Elon Musk’s controversial peace plan - which involved getting Twitter followers to vote on possible outcomes — and at a world failing to grasp the threat of an apocalyptic conflict. Meanwhile, encouraged in part by the continued nuclear threat, Ilyas wonders about a spike in marriage nationally. BACKGROUND - *This week billionaire Elon Musk tweeted a poll on Twitter headlined ‘Ukraine-Russia Peace’ which asked his followers to vote yes or no to the following proposals - Redo elections of annexed regions under UN supervision. Russia leaves if that is will of the people.· Crimea formally part of Russia, as it has been since 1783.· Water supply to Crimea assured.· Ukraine remains neutral. TIMECODES - 0.00 - Seva3.10 - Oksana7.00 - Ilyas OUR DIARISTS Seva, 40, is a company CEO and husband to Oksana. Before the war, he travelled across Europe for business. Now, he makes regular supply drops of medical aid and rations to Ukrainian troops on the front line in Eastern Ukraine. He’s originally from a small village near Dnipro. Oksana, 35, works in overseas education. She lives with her husband, Seva, in an apartment complex in central Kyiv and has remained in the Ukrainian capital since the war started. Many of Oksana’s closest friends have left the country to begin new lives in Europe. Some may never return. She’s determined to stay. Ilyas is an IT specialist and married father who fled from Kyiv to Lviv shortly after the war started. His wife Natalia, and two young sons are taking refuge in Poland.As of October 2022, Ilyas is back living in the family apartment in Kyiv and working, in part, for the Ukrainian government on various IT projects. Ukraine War Diaries uses first-person audio, recorded on the ground in Ukraine, to give an intimate day-to-day perspective of life in a war zone. EP27 diary entries were recorded using WhatsApp voice note. From the producers of Sky News’ multi-award winning series – StoryCast. Producer: Rob MulhernEditor: Paul StanworthDigital Promotion: David Chipakupaku

National Grid is warning that households could face planned three-hour blackouts over the winter as the energy crisis worsens. On the Sky News Daily podcast, Niall Paterson speaks to Jess Ralston from the Climate and Energy Intelligence Unit about the significance of blackout threats. Plus climate and energy correspondent Hannah Thomas-Peter unpacks the government's long-term energy strategy, including unleashing a new era of fossil fuel exploration. Producer: Emma Rae WoodhouseInterview producer: Alys Bowen Podcast promotions producer: David ChipakupakuEditor: Philly Beaumont

In her speech to the Conservative Party conference, Prime Minister Liz Truss vowed to "get Britain through the tempest" and insisted "everyone will benefit" from the result of her economic policies. On the Sky News Daily, Niall Paterson is in Birmingham for the Conservative Party conference hearing from Secretary of State for Wales Robert Buckland, Mayor of West Midlands Andy Street, and Business Secretary Jacob Reece Mogg. Plus, Niall gets Sky's deputy political editor Sam Coates's analysis of Liz Truss's speech.Producer: Soila Apparicio Senior Producer: Annie Joyce Podcast Promotions Producer: David Chipakupaku Editor: Philly Beaumont

As Russia illegally annexes four occupied areas in the east and south of Ukraine, it continues to face significant defeats at the hands of the smaller Ukrainian army. On the Sky News Daily, Niall Paterson speaks to Sky News’ special correspondent Alex Crawford, from Ukraine's frontlines, plus the head of the Ukraine Forum at Chatham House, Orysia Lutsevych, explains why it is Ukraine's citizens who are the nation's secret weapon in the war. Editors - Philly Beaumont & Paul Stanworth Podcast producer - Emma Rae Woodhouse Digital producer - David Chipakupaku

Chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng and PM Liz Truss have made a U-turn on the decision to give the wealthiest 1% of earners a tax cut after facing a backlash. On the Sky News Daily, Niall Paterson explores the political consequences of the U-turn with political correspondent Liz Bates and discusses how the markets are responding with economics editor Ed Conway. Plus, Catherine MacLeod, a No.11 special adviser during the 2008 recession, explains how a government should react during a time of financial crisis.Podcast producers - Rosie GillottDigital producer - David ChipakupakuEditor - Philly Beaumont

Long before the recent economic woes hitting the pound, mortgages and the price of essentials, a survey in April from The Food Foundation charity revealed nearly two and a half million people had said they’d not eaten for a whole day because they couldn’t afford or get access to food. Those numbers will now be much, much higher. On the Sky News Daily podcast with Niall Paterson, we examine a snapshot of what is happening in the supply chain - from farm to table - and its impact on all those in it. Guests: Anna Taylor, executive director at The Food Foundation charity; David Batterbee, a sheep and beef farmer in the Peak District; Nick Allen, chief executive of the British Meat Processors Association; and James Lowman, chief executive of the Association of Convenience Stores. Senior podcast producer - Annie Joyce Interviews producer - Alys Bowen Editors - Philly Beaumont and Paul Stanworth

In Kyiv, spooked by the threat of nuclear attack, Oksana’s close friend moves her family to western Ukraine.Meanwhile, Ilyas finds hope in what he sees as desperate Russian measures.And Seva is left astonished by conversations with fellow military personnel on the frontlines.TIMECODES -0.00 - Oksana4.45 - Ilyas8.07 - SevaBACKGROUND -Oksana, 35, works in overseas education. She lives with her husband, Seva, in an apartment complex in central Kyiv and has remained in the Ukrainian capital since the war started. Many of Oksana’s closest friends have left the country to begin new lives in Europe. Some may never return. She’s determined to stay.Ilyas is an IT specialist and married father who fled from Kyiv to Lviv shortly after the war started. His wife Natalia, and two young sons are taking refuge in Poland.As of September 2022, Ilyas is back living in the family apartment in Kyiv and working, in part, for the Ukrainian government on various IT projects.Seva, 40, is a company CEO and husband to Oksana. Before the war, he travelled across Europe for business. Now, he makes regular supply drops of medical aid and rations to Ukrainian troops on the front line in Eastern Ukraine. He’s originally from a small village near Dnipro.Ukraine War Diaries uses first-person audio, recorded on the ground in Ukraine, to give an intimate day-to-day perspective of life in a war zone. EP26 diary entries were recorded using WhatsApp voice note. From the producers of Sky News’ multi-award winning series – StoryCast. Producer: Rob MulhernEditor: Paul StanworthDigital Promotion: David Chipakupaku

Liz Truss has spoken for the first time since her chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng’s “mini-budget” pushed the pound to an all-time low, prompted the International Monetary Fund to urge her to re-evaluate her policies and forced the Bank of England to bail out the economy for £65bn. On the Sky News Daily, Niall Paterson speaks to Mel Stride, the Conservative chair of the Treasury select committee, about why he’s calling on the government to release the costings for its economic plan and Jon Craig, Sky News’ chief political correspondent, about the brewing civil war within the Tory ranks. Editors - Philly Beaumont & Paul Stanworth Podcast producer - Rosie Gillott Interviews producer – Alys Bowen Digital producer - David Chipakupaku

Since the government’s tax-cutting mini-budget last week, the pound has hit record lows against the dollar, mortgage providers have pulled hundreds of products and there has been damning criticism from the International Monetary Fund and an emergency intervention by the Bank of England. Critics have accused Liz Truss, the prime minister, and Kwasi Kwarteng, the chancellor, of being “economically illiterate”. On the Sky News Daily, Niall Paterson looks at the economic arguments and the market reaction. He’s joined by Sky News business presenter Ian King, Martin Weale, a former member of the Bank of England's Monetary Policy Committee, and Jane Foley, a senior strategist at Rabobank. Producers: Soila Apparicio and Emma Rae Woodhouse Interviews Producer: Alys Bowen Podcast Promotion Producer: David Chipakupaku Editors: Philly Beaumont and Paul Stanworth

In his speech to Labour conference, party leader Sir Keir Starmer declared this is a "Labour moment" just like in 1945, 1964 and 1997. On the Sky News Daily, Niall Paterson is in Liverpool for the Labour Party conference speaking to John McDonnell, Emily Thornberry, Yvette Cooper, Lisa Nandy, Lucy Powell and Andy Burnham. Plus, Niall gets Sky's deputy political editor Sam Coates's analysis on Sir Keir's speech. Producers: Rosie Gillott & Soila Apparicio Podcast Promotion Producer: David Chipakupaku Editors: Philly Beaumont and Paul Stanworth

Mahsa Amini, 22, died last week following her arrest by Iran's morality police for "unsuitable attire" after she allegedly wore her hijab too loosely. Her death has unleashed a nationwide flood of protests over human rights, security and an economy reeling from international sanctions. On the Sky News Daily Niall Paterson speaks to Alistair Bunkall, Sky's Middle East correspondent who has been speaking exclusively to Mahsa Amini's cousin. Plus we hear from Dr Sanam Vakil, Middle East expert at the Chatham House think tank and Shadi Sadr, Iranian lawyer and human rights advocate about the protests and the impact they could have in Iran. Producer: Soila Apparicio Editor: Philly Beaumont

A photograph of nine-year-old Kim Phuc Phan Thi, taken during the Vietnam War, became infamous for its horrific depiction of the conflict. Titled The Terror of War the photo, by Huỳnh Công Út, known professionally as Nick Ut, later won a Pulitzer Prize. On the Sky News Daily, Niall Paterson is in conversation with Kim Phuc, who shares her story about that photo, the war, and her work since then. Producer: Soila Apparicio Interviews Producer: Alys Bowen Podcast Promotions Producer: David Chipakupaku Editor: Philly Beaumont

Military volunteer, Seva, greets news of the Russian mobilisation decree to call up of 300,000 army reservists with glee.Thousands of miles from home Oksana finds an unexpected show of solidarity.And in Kyiv, Ilyas reflects on the recent grim discovery of mass graveyards in liberated lands close to Kharkiv in the east of the country.BACKGROUND Seva, 40, is a company CEO and husband to Oksana. Before the war, he travelled across Europe for business. Now, he makes regular supply drops of medical aid and rations to Ukrainian troops on the front line in Eastern Ukraine. He’s originally from a small village near Dnipro.Oksana, 35, works in overseas education. She lives with her husband, Seva, in an apartment complex in central Kyiv and has remained in the Ukrainian capital since the war started. Many of Oksana’s closest friends have left the country to begin new lives in Europe. Some may never return. She’s determined to stay.Ilyas is an IT specialist and married father who fled from Kyiv to Lviv shortly after the war started. His wife Natalia, and two young sons are taking refuge in Poland.As of September 2022, Ilyas is back living in the family apartment in Kyiv and working, in part, for the Ukrainian government on various IT projects. Ukraine War Diaries uses first-person audio, recorded on the ground in Ukraine, to give an intimate day-to-day perspective of life in a war zone. EP25 diary entries were recorded using WhatsApp voice note. From the producers of Sky News’ multi-award winning series – StoryCast. Producer: Rob MulhernEditor: Paul StanworthDigital Promotion: David Chipakupaku

Some called it a "mini budget", the government preferred to use the term "growth plan". As the UK faces a winter amidst a cost of living crisis, the new chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng revealed his proposals for encouraging economic growth. In the biggest tax-cutting announcement since 1972, he abolished the top rate of income tax and brought forward a reduction to the basic rate. He also ended the cap on bankers' bonuses. On the Sky News Daily, Niall Paterson investigates who'll be the biggest winners with Sky News' economics and data editor Ed Conway.Producer: Emma Rae WoodhouseEditor: Paul Stanworth

MPs offices are like "650 tiny kingdoms", with just one or two people working very closely together, and little external oversight. So, if something goes wrong with a work relationship, MPs staff can feel like they have no-one to turn to for help. On the second episode of this three-part series, Sky's political correspondent Liz Bates speaks to Parliamentary staffers who lived in fear of the MPs they worked for, developed post-traumatic stress disorders and some who were forced out of the jobs they loved due to bullying. If you want to get in touch about anything you hear in this episode, Liz is on twitter @wizbates Political news editor: Agnes Chambre Senior political news editor: Katy Dillon Podcast Producer: Rosie Gillott Podcast Editor: Philly Beaumont Sound Designer: Tom Burchill

Russia's President Vladimir Putin has said the West must take seriously his threat to use nuclear weapons. He has also called up 300,000 reserve troops after Ukraine's swift recapture of large amounts of territory in recent weeks. On the Sky News Daily with Niall Paterson, our international correspondent John Sparks analyses what Mr Putin's words mean for the war in Ukraine. Also, military analyst and former Air Vice-Marshal Sean Bell explains what shape Russia's army is in, and Dr Joanna Szostek from international research group Chatham House talks about the reaction in Russia. Producer: Soila Apparicio Interviews Producer: Alys Bowen Podcast Promotions Producer: David Chipakupaku Editor: Philly Beaumont

The new health secretary, Therese Coffey, says her plan for the NHS in England will have an "ABCD" focus – ambulances, backlogs, (social) care, and doctors and dentists. She's due to outline more details of her proposals as parliamentary business returns. The NHS in England is currently recording poor performance on almost all measures it can be assessed on – including targets for A&E, routine operations and cancer. On the Sky News Daily, Niall Paterson speaks to Dr Latifa Patel from the British Medical Association about problems with staffing, and to virologist Julian Tang about planning for winter pressures. Plus, nurse Jodie explains how staff are feeling, and Sky News' health correspondent Ashish Joshi explains some of the challenges the new secretary of state will face. Producer: Emma Rae Woodhouse Interviews producer: Annie Joyce Podcast promotions producer: David Chipakupaku Editor: Paul Stanworth

The Queen has been laid to rest within the King George VI Memorial Chapel in Windsor, alongside her late husband Prince Philip, father King George VI, her mother Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother and her sister Princess Margaret. Crowds flocked to London and Windsor to pay their final respects to the Queen while her funeral procession was watched by millions across the world.On the Sky News Daily podcast, Niall Paterson looks back at this moment in history and talks to historians Dan Snow and Tessa Dunlop.Producers: Soila Apparicio and Emma Rae WoodhousePodcast Promotion Producer: David ChipakupakuEditor: Philly Beaumont

At the age of 73 and after a life as prince, what can the UK and the Commonwealth expect from the reign of King Charles III? On a special Sky News Daily, Niall Paterson explores the new monarch's life, character and interests. Guests: Sky News' royal correspondent Rhiannon Mills, film and documentary maker John Bridcut - who has known and worked with King Charles for 15 years, Alistair Carmichael MP - who held meetings with the then heir to the throne during his time as Scotland secretary, and Chandrika Kaul, professor of modern history at the University of St Andrews. Senior Podcast Producer: Annie Joyce Archive researchers: Nelly Stefanova and Rob FellowesPodcast Promotions Producer: David ChipakupakuEditor: Paul Stanworth

In recent days, Ukraine's army has reclaimed swathes of occupied territory in the east of the country, forcing Russian troops into a rapid retreat. On the Sky News Daily, Niall Paterson speaks to military analyst and former Air Vice-Marshall Sean Bell about how Ukrainian forces have managed to regain an area of land reported to be equivalent to half of Wales, and talks to Sky News’ Moscow correspondent, Diana Magnay, about the impact the retreat is having on President Putin’s hold on power. Editors - Philly Beaumont & Paul Stanworth Producers - Rosie Gillott & Emma-Rae Woodhouse Digital producer - David Chipakupaku

The Queen has left Buckingham Palace for the final time. The King, his siblings, Prince William and Prince Harry walked behind the Queen’s coffin on her journey to lie in state. Now the public have an opportunity to mourn their Queen. On the Sky News Daily Podcast, Leah Boleto talks to people queuing to pay their last respects to the Queen and she also speaks to the Archbishop of Canterbury who has some advice for people as they grieve.Podcast Producers: Soila Apparicio and Emma Rae WoodhousePodcast Promotions Producer: David ChipakupakuEditors: Philly Beaumont and Paul Stanworth

While Queen Elizabeth II's coffin travels from Scotland to London, the new King Charles III is in Northern Ireland as part of a tour of the United Kingdom, meeting Stormont's party leaders and receiving messages of condolence from the assembly. On the Sky News Daily podcast, Leah Boleto speaks to our senior Ireland correspondent David Blevins in Northern Ireland about the significance of the King's visit. Plus, Peter Sheridan, chief executive of Co-operation Ireland, discusses the previous relationship between Northern Ireland and the Queen.Podcast Producer: Soila Apparicio Senior Podcast Producer: Annie JoycePodcast Promotions Producer: David ChipakupakuEditor: Philly Beaumont

On the Sky News Daily, Leah Boleto - standing in for Niall Patterson - follows a procession on the Royal Mile in Edinburgh as the Queen’s coffin is laid to rest at St Giles' Cathedral to allow the people of Scotland to pay their respects. She speaks to Sky correspondent Joe Pike about the reaction from mourners in the city, and to the Queen's former Scottish press secretary Louise Tate about the Queen's special connection with Scotland.Editors - Philly Beaumont & Paul Stanworth Podcast producers - Rosie Gillott & Emma Rae Woodhouse Digital producer - David Chipakupaku

On the day the Queen’s coffin leaves Balmoral for Edinburgh, the Sky News Daily reflects on how royal tradition has mixed with the family’s more modern side.Mhari Aurora is joined by royal correspondent Laura Bundock and royal commentator Alastair Bruce. They discuss King Charles III’s proclamation, the new Prince and Princess of Wales, William and Kate, reuniting with the Sussexes, Harry and Meghan, to speak to crowds in Windsor and about the Queen’s coffin’s journey through Scotland. Plus, they preview some of the events in the week ahead.

Thousands of people have queued outside Buckingham Palace to pay their respects to the Queen. During the day after her death, the line of those wanting to lay flowers was sometimes more than half a mile long.On the Sky News Daily, Niall Paterson hears why people decided to make the trip and what Her Majesty meant to them. Plus, he gets the thoughts of author and historian Anthony Seldon.

The Queen was an enduring figurehead, devoted to her country and Commonwealth. She guided her family and the United Kingdom through extraordinary social changes, displaying unwavering commitment through her record-breaking 95-year reign. Rhiannon Mills, Sky’s royal correspondent, takes us through Queen Elizabeth’s story with those who knew her and worked alongside her. Guests: Richard Griffin, former Royal Protection Officer Lord David Richards, former Chief of Defence staff Baroness Amos, former president of privy council Lord Sebastian Coe, president of World Athletics Nicky Philipps, portrait artist

In her first full day as PM, Liz Truss took to the despatch box for her debut Prime Minister's Questions opposite Sir Keir Starmer. On the Sky News Daily, Niall Paterson takes a close look into her performance with Sky News political correspondent Joe Pike and talks to two MPs from both sides of the debate: Labour's Emily Thornberry and Conservative Damian Green. Editor - Philly Beaumont Podcast producer - Rosie Gillott Interviews producer – Alys Bowen Digital producer - David Chipakupaku

New prime minister Liz Truss has outlined her three priorities in office - the economy, energy and the NHS. She also promised to "get Britain working again". In her first speech as PM outside 10 Downing Street, Ms Truss also said the country could "ride out the storm" of the cost of living crisis. But will she be able to deliver? On the Sky News Daily podcast, Niall Paterson speaks to Baroness Kate Fall who was David Cameron's chief of staff about what it's like to enter Number 10 for the first time. He also talks to Sky's economics editor Ed Conway and chief political correspondent Jon Craig about the way ahead.Podcast producer: Emma Rae Woodhouse Interviews producer: Alys Bowen Podcast promotions producer: David Chipakupaku Editor: Philly Beaumont

After six weeks of campaigning, Liz Truss has been named the new leader of the Conservative Party. On the Sky News Daily, Niall Paterson gets the reaction of Tory MPs after the result was announced and speaks to Sky’s politics correspondent Tamara Cohen about the woman who is now the new prime minister. Editor - Philly Beaumont Producers - Rosie Gillott Digital producer - David Chipakupaku

With spiralling costs, staff salary rises and hungry children to feed, head teachers are looking at where they might be able to save money. On the Sky News Daily with Niall Paterson, head teachers Glyn Potts, from Newman Catholic College in Oldham, and Roger Farley, from Westminster Primary School in Blackpool, share their concerns for the education system. Plus Robert Halfon, the Conservative chairman of the education select committee, and Justine Greening, who was education secretary from 2016 to 2018, discuss the state of schools and what the next prime minister needs to do to support the education system. Producer: Soila Apparicio Interviews Producer: Alys Bowen Podcast Promotions Producer: David Chipakupaku Editor: Philly Beaumont

Recording while on assignment for the Ukrainian army, Seva shares conversations with soldiers and friends with knowledge of the threat to the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant.In Kyiv, Oksana prepares for another adventure.And estranged from his family once again, Ilyas retreats into the memories from his last visit to Poland.BACKGROUNDSeva, 40, is a company CEO and husband to Oksana. Before the war, he travelled across Europe for business. Now, he makes regular supply drops of medical aid and rations to Ukrainian troops on the front line in Eastern Ukraine. He’s originally from a small village near Dnipro.Oksana, 35, works in overseas education. She lives with her husband, Seva, in an apartment complex in central Kyiv and has remained in the Ukrainian capital since the war started. Many of Oksana’s closest friends have left the country to begin new lives in Europe. Some may never return. She’s determined to stay.Ilyas is an IT specialist and married father who fled from Kyiv to Lviv shortly after the war started. His wife Natalia, and two young sons are taking refuge in Poland.As of August 2022, Ilyas is back living in the family apartment in Kyiv and working, in part, for the Ukrainian government on various projects.Ukraine War Diaries uses first-person audio, recorded on the ground in Ukraine, to give an intimate day-to-day perspective of life in a war zone.EP22 diary entries were recorded using WhatsApp voice note. From the producers of Sky News’ multi-award winning series – StoryCast. Producer Rob MulhernEditing Dave TerrisDigital Promotion David Chipakupaku

It was an accusation of sexual assault that brought down Boris Johnson's government. When Tory whip Chris Pincher was accused of groping two men in a private members club, the scandal was not so much the act itself but the cover up. On the first episode of this three-part series, Liz Bates, Sky’s political correspondent, speaks to Emily (not her real name) who describes the night she says she was sexually assaulted by an MP, who is now a serving cabinet minister. Plus, we hear other stories of sexual misconduct at the very top of government, and ask why victims still feel they have no-one to turn to. If you want to get in touch about anything you hear in this episode, Liz is on twitter @wizbates Political news editor: Agnes Chambre Senior political news editor: Louis Degenhardt Podcast Producer: Rosie Gillott Podcast Editor: Philly Beaumont Sound Designer: Tom Burchill

Pakistan is drowning under devastating flooding, an unprecedented event that the country’s climate minister has called “the climate catastrophe of the decade”. An area bigger than the UK has been inundated, leaving more than 1,000 people dead and tens of millions displaced. On the Sky News Daily podcast, Niall Paterson gets an on-the-ground account of the destruction from Sky News’ Saima Mohsin and discusses the huge rescue effort under way with Peter Ophoff, from the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies. Plus Sara Hayat, a Pakistani lawyer and activist, explains why climate change is considered the root cause of the floods and what action is needed to protect the country from further destruction.Podcast producer: Emma Rae Woodhouse Interviews producer: Alys Bowen Podcast promotions producer: David ChipakupakuEditor: Philly Beaumont

As the cost of energy bites, industries like hospitality and social care charities will start to feel the brunt. But have they been forgotten about? On the Sky News Daily with Niall Paterson, chief executive of pub chain Oakman Inns Dermot King, and Oona Goldsworthy, chief executive of Brunel Care, discuss the impact of rising costs on their business, their staff and the people they serve. Plus, our business correspondent Paul Kelso explains what the short-term future might hold for employers, and the domino effect the energy crisis could have on the wider economy. Producers: Soila Apparicio and Annie Joyce Interviews Producer: Alys Bowen Podcast Promotions Producer: David Chipakupaku Editor: Philly Beaumont

Could increasing energy prices spell the end for low-cost air travel? Should the UK worry less about climate policies right now? And does Ryanair’s Michael O’Leary think company chief executives can really empathise with their workers as the cost of living continues to rise? On the Sky News Daily podcast Niall Paterson speaks to the airline boss about the economic pressures the country is facing and how he thinks the new prime minister should respond when he or she enters Number Ten. On our next episode, Niall speaks to a pub chain chief executive and charity boss providing sheltered accommodation and care homes as we discuss their worries about rising costs on their business, their staff and the people they serve. Senior podcast producer: Annie Joyce Interviews producer: Alys Bowen Archive researcher: Rob Fellowes Editors: Paul Stanworth and Philly Beaumont

In Poland combat stress bleeds into Ilyas’ peaceful surrounds, before he steels himself to say goodbye to his family and return to Ukraine.In Kyiv, Independence Day is marked for Seva not by traditional marching bands but a concerning phone call from his sister in Dnipro.This week, Oksana is away. BACKGROUNDIlyas is an IT specialist and married father who fled from Kyiv to Lviv shortly after the war started. His wife Natalia, and two young sons are taking refuge in Poland.As of August 2022, Ilyas is back living in the family apartment in Kyiv and working, in part, for the Ukrainian government on various projects.Seva, 40, is a company CEO and husband to Oksana. Before the war, he travelled across Europe for business. Now, he makes regular supply drops of medical aid and rations to Ukrainian troops on the front line in Eastern Ukraine. He’s originally from a small village near Dnipro.Oksana, 35, works in overseas education. She lives with her husband, Seva, in an apartment complex in central Kyiv and has remained in the Ukrainian capital since the war started. Many of Oksana’s closest friends have left the country to begin new lives in Europe. Some may never return. She’s determined to stay.Ukraine War Diaries uses first-person audio, recorded on the ground in Ukraine, to give an intimate day-to-day perspective of life in a war zone.EP21 diary entries were recorded using WhatsApp voice note. From the producers of Sky News’ multi-award winning series – StoryCast. Producer Rob MulhernEditing Paul StanworthDigital Promotion David Chipakupaku

Students already face a squeeze on their finances, but the cost of living crisis will tighten budgets further. A recent survey by the National Union of Students discovered one in three are left with less than £50 a month after paying rent and bills, and 11% of are using foodbanks. On the Sky News Daily, Chloe Culpan is joined by money expert Andy Webb and NUS vice president of higher education Chloe Field to explore what financial help is available to students and how they can manage their budgets. Producer: Emma Rae Woodhouse Interviews producer: Alys Bowen Podcast promotions producer: David Chipakupaku Editor: Philly Beaumont

Described by himself and others as the "king of toxic masculinity", Andrew Tate is banned from Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and YouTube. Despite the bans, Andrew Tate's content still lingers on the internet, and he remains to be one of the most searched people on the planet. On the Sky News Daily podcast Niall Paterson digs into Andrew Tate's background with the Observer's Shanti Das. He also explores why he's appealed to the young male audience with the chief executive of the Centre For Countering Digital Hate Imran Ahmed. Plus, features editor at Mashable and author of 'Rough', Rachel Thompson, discusses the real-life consequences of online misogyny.Producer: Emma Rae WoodhouseInterviews Producer: Alys BowenEditor: Philly Beaumont

Owami Davies, who has been missing for seven weeks, has been found in Hampshire after being spotted by a member of the public. The police say she is in good health but will be reviewing all aspects of the investigation to assess what lessons can be learned. On the Sky News Daily, Niall Paterson talks to Laura Bundock who was at Scotland Yard when the news was announced, and also Dominic Norton who runs the database Missing Black People about why black people who go missing are often ignored. Producer: Emma Rae WoodhouseEditor: Philly Beaumont

Despite numerous investigations into his behaviour in and out of the Oval Office, Donald Trump looks set to run again as the Republican candidate for President in 2024. On the Sky News Daily, Niall Paterson speaks to former Nevada Republican Chair, Amy Tarkanian, and Trump campaigner, Scottie Nell Hughes about Mr Trump's role in the party, and Sky's US correspondent Mark Stone, on why the US right just can't let him go. Editor - Philly Beaumont Podcast producers - Rosie Gillott, Soila Apparicio and Emma-Rae Woodhouse Interviews producer – Alys Bowen Digital producer - David Chipakupaku