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A Tory MP has been suspended. And, Josh Widdicombe on how he tried, and failed, to become a journalist.

Adam and Alex talk to shadow transport secretary Louise Haigh about Labour’s plans to renationalise nearly all passenger rail services. And we hear from comedian Michael Spicer about his new sketch show, No Room.

Adam Fleming and Chris Mason look at whether the UK economy has 'turned a corner' and, if so, why interest rates were kept the same. Twenty-four hours on from the shock defection of Natalie Elphicke to Labour, Chris speaks to the former Tory MP.

Keir Starmer reveals the “first steps” Labour would take if they won the general election. And find out how Rishi Sunak got on when he braved the panel on ITV’s Loose Women.

Rishi Sunak confirms that no deportation flights to Rwanda will set off before the general election. Plus Nigel Farage says he will not run to be a MP.

Adam, Chris and Laura are joined by Jo Coburn, Politics Live presenter, to discuss the latest defection by a former Conservative MP. They also look at the ongoing argument within the Labour Party about Diane Abbott, and Rishi Sunak’s handling of a question about Partygate.

Today, the election campaign quietened down as political figures took part in D-Day commemoration events. Adam, Chris and Laura discuss Lord Cameron’s visit to Normandy, how candidate selection works - and the rush to find candidates in some areas, as well as the Green Party’s NHS policy.

Looking at a week of manifesto launches, rounding up what pledges have been made by the parties so far. Plus, what happened when Jason Donovan met Ed Davey?

Adam, Jo and Laura look at the investigation into election timing betting. Also, discussions on the SNP manifesto, which focuses on Brexit and rejoining the EU, and what Nigel Farage has dubbed Reform UK’s 'contract for the people'.

Today marks one week until the end of the 2024 general election campaign, so we’re looking back at the defining moments so far.

Adam, Chris, Paddy and Alex look at a week in the life of Keir Starmer, from the row over Sue Gray's pay to the PM's trip to Italy.

Adam Fleming, Alex Forsyth, Nick Watt and Vicki Young bring you a recap of the Labour Party conference and a look ahead to the challenges facing the prime minister both internationally and at home.

Adam Fleming, Chris Mason and Alex Forsyth discuss how the UK has responded to crisis in the Middle East, a possible bill on assisted dying, and the Tory leadership contenders' pitches to conference.

Adam Fleming and Chris Mason are joined by the Spectator’s political editor, Katy Balls and Times columnist, Patrick Maguire. They talk about workers’ rights, hints of tax rises, and the Tory leadership race.

Adam Fleming, Chris Mason, Paddy O'Connell and Stephanie Flanders discuss disquiet from ministers over spending cuts, David Lammy's trip to China, and if everything is still to play for in the US election?

Adam, Alex, Jo and Matt discuss what changes to the fiscal rules mean for the budget, a possible new ban on disposable vapes, and why a proposed law on assisted dying could be a tricky issue for MPs.

Adam, Alex, Ben and Nick discuss how people are reacting to Labour’s first Budget, what’s happening in America as they count down to the US election, and how Rishi Sunak will be remembered as his time as leader of the Conservative party comes to an end.

Adam Fleming, Chris Mason, Alex Forsyth and Nick Watt discuss what Donald Trump winning back the White House means for the UK, Kemi Badenoch’s first week as leader of the opposition and the tuition fees rise.

Adam Fleming, Chris Mason, Stephanie Flanders and Lucy Fisher discuss tensions in the government over the proposed assisted dying bill, Rachel Reeves' plans to shake up pension megafunds and who's in Donald Trump's top team.

Adam, Alex, Chris and Henry discuss Ukraine firing British and US missiles on Russia, what the International Criminal Court’s arrest warrant for Benjamin Netanyahu means for Britain’s relationship with Israel, and Newscast remembers John Prescott, who has died at the age of 86.

Adam, Alex, Chris and Nick discuss the government's new plan to tackle migration and a deal with Iraq that aims to stop people smuggling gangs. Plus, Westminster prepares to vote on the assisted dying bill.

Adam Fleming and Chris Mason are joined by Tim Shipman, the Sunday Times chief political commentator, to discuss Labour's new milestone targets, their plans to tackle immigration, and Michel Barnier's resignation.

Adam Fleming, Alex Forsyth, Chris Mason and Faisal Islam discuss what a row about Kemi Badenoch’s dislike of sandwiches can tell us about her management style, the government’s new reforms to the planning system and the chancellor's trip to Brussels.

Adam, Alex, Chris and Faisal discuss newly announced plans for a nationwide review of grooming gang evidence, the possibility of economic growth and Brexit is back on the agenda.

Adam Fleming, Chris Mason, Vicki Young and James Landale discuss Donald Trump’s first week back in office, including his first major speech at the World Economic Forum, Britain’s trade relationship with the EU, and the government’s plans to say no to NIMBYism through planning reforms.

Adam, Alex, Chris and Faisal discuss Peter Mandelson's attempts to win over Donald Trump, Rachel Reeves's latest plans for growth, and Kemi Badenoch rows with Priti Patel over her record on immigration.

Adam Fleming, Laura Kuenssberg, Chris Mason and Faisal Islam reunite in the BBC Radio Theatre to discuss the past and future of Brexit. Could another outcome have been possible? Could Theresa May have survived Brexit as PM? And is the Brexit debate starting to heat up again?