https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/politics-at-jack-and-sam-s--5966367
They're across the key interviews, the main stories and what the parties are saying. 

Send a WhatsApp to Jack and Sam on 07511867633]]>enPoliticsCopyright Sky Newshttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/dec4ad255bb0dea5e87a68fc0b0e5230.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/politics-at-jack-and-sam-s--5966367Thu, 26 Sep 2024 06:42:36 +0000Sky NewsSky Newsskynewspodcasts@sky.ukSky News’ Sam Coates and Politico’s Jack Blanchard with what you need to know about the day ahead in British politics. All in under 20 minutes and in your feed around 7.30am. They're across the key interviews, the main stories and what the parties...
They're across the key interviews, the main stories and what the parties are saying. 

Send a WhatsApp to Jack and Sam on 07511867633]]>yesepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/starmer-s-impossible-juggling-act--62112703  
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 conference

You can send a WhatsApp to Jack and Sam on 07511 867 633 or email them: jackandsam@sky.uk]]>vnid://episodes/62112703?media_id=47370173Thu, 26 Sep 2024 06:36:09 +0000Sky NewsSky 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...  
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 conference

You can send a WhatsApp to Jack and Sam on 07511 867 633 or email them: jackandsam@sky.uk]]>1184cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/starmer-warns-of-war--62099472
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: jackandsam@sky.uk         ]]>vnid://episodes/62099472?media_id=47359479Wed, 25 Sep 2024 06:36:25 +0000Sky NewsSky 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...
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: jackandsam@sky.uk         ]]>1179cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/keir-starmer-takes-the-stage--62087080
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: jackandsam@sky.uk]]>vnid://episodes/62087080?media_id=47349396Tue, 24 Sep 2024 06:29:26 +0000Sky NewsSky 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...
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: jackandsam@sky.uk]]>947cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/can-rachel-reeves-save-the-day--62073004  
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: jackandsam@sky.uk       ]]>vnid://episodes/62073004?media_id=47337027Mon, 23 Sep 2024 06:31:02 +0000Sky NewsSky 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...  
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: jackandsam@sky.uk       ]]>1181cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/government-of-self-service--62021497
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: jackandsam@sky.uk       

You can find and search the Westminster Accounts here: news.sky.com/westminsteraccounts]]>vnid://episodes/62021497?media_id=47294236Thu, 19 Sep 2024 06:22:54 +0000Sky NewsSky 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...
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: jackandsam@sky.uk       

You can find and search the Westminster Accounts here: news.sky.com/westminsteraccounts]]>1171cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-risk-of-all-out-war--62006050 
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: jackandsam@sky.uk       ]]>vnid://episodes/62006050?media_id=47281936Wed, 18 Sep 2024 06:27:12 +0000Sky NewsSky 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... 
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: jackandsam@sky.uk       ]]>1208cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/is-keir-starmer-in-trouble-over-frockgate--61893636  
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: jackandsam@sky.uk     ]]>vnid://episodes/61893636?media_id=47192523Tue, 17 Sep 2024 06:28:18 +0000Sky NewsSky 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...  
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: jackandsam@sky.uk     ]]>1158cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/can-keir-smash-the-gangs--61797167  
Today, Jack and Sam explain why the Prime Minister is visiting Giorgia Meloni in Italy whilst promising to “smash the gangs” and tackle illegal migration. 

As the Liberal Democrats continue their conference in Brighton – Jack and Sam dicuss their role in this parliament. 

And they have a run down of what to look out for in the week ahead.  

You can send a WhatsApp to Jack and Sam on 07511 867 633 or email them: jackandsam@sky.uk       
  
]]>vnid://episodes/61797167?media_id=47139094Mon, 16 Sep 2024 06:25:33 +0000Sky NewsSky 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.     Today, Jack and Sam explain why the Prime Minister is visiting Giorgia Meloni in Italy...  
Today, Jack and Sam explain why the Prime Minister is visiting Giorgia Meloni in Italy whilst promising to “smash the gangs” and tackle illegal migration. 

As the Liberal Democrats continue their conference in Brighton – Jack and Sam dicuss their role in this parliament. 

And they have a run down of what to look out for in the week ahead.  

You can send a WhatsApp to Jack and Sam on 07511 867 633 or email them: jackandsam@sky.uk       
  
]]>1158cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/did-the-tories-break-the-nhs--61355753 
👉 Tap here to follow Politics at Jack and Sam's wherever you get your podcasts 👈 
 
On the last day before recess in the Commons Jack and Sam discuss the toplines of the Darzi report, which paints a bleak picture of the state of the NHS, and what needs to change to reform our healthcare.  

Plus, they ask if Sir Keir Starmer has been too doom and gloom, scaring off investment for the country on the day he flies to the US to meet Joe Biden to finalise unconfirmed plans that could see Ukraine allowed to fire long-range missiles into Russia. 
 
You can now send a WhatsApp to Jack and Sam on 07511 867 633 or email them: jackandsam@sky.uk       
  ]]>vnid://episodes/61355753?media_id=46742437Thu, 12 Sep 2024 06:31:42 +0000Sky NewsSky 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.    👉 https://podfollow.com/politics-at-jack-and-sams 👈    On the last day before recess in the... 
👉 Tap here to follow Politics at Jack and Sam's wherever you get your podcasts 👈 
 
On the last day before recess in the Commons Jack and Sam discuss the toplines of the Darzi report, which paints a bleak picture of the state of the NHS, and what needs to change to reform our healthcare.  

Plus, they ask if Sir Keir Starmer has been too doom and gloom, scaring off investment for the country on the day he flies to the US to meet Joe Biden to finalise unconfirmed plans that could see Ukraine allowed to fire long-range missiles into Russia. 
 
You can now send a WhatsApp to Jack and Sam on 07511 867 633 or email them: jackandsam@sky.uk       
  ]]>1180cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-trump-v-harris-means-for-britain--61333311 
As Westminster wakes up after the first debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris, Jack and Sam look at what it tells us about US foreign policy under both candidates. 
 
Foreign secretary David Lammy and US secretary of state Anthony Blinken head to Kyiv and, will Keir Starmer be able to move on from the winter fuel allowance at PMQs?    

You can now send a WhatsApp to Jack and Sam on 07511 867 633 or email them: jackandsam@sky.uk       
  

]]>vnid://episodes/61333311?media_id=46725057Wed, 11 Sep 2024 06:24:28 +0000Sky NewsSky 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 Westminster wakes up after the first debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris, Jack... 
As Westminster wakes up after the first debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris, Jack and Sam look at what it tells us about US foreign policy under both candidates. 
 
Foreign secretary David Lammy and US secretary of state Anthony Blinken head to Kyiv and, will Keir Starmer be able to move on from the winter fuel allowance at PMQs?    

You can now send a WhatsApp to Jack and Sam on 07511 867 633 or email them: jackandsam@sky.uk       
  

]]>1195cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/starmer-s-first-test--61318122 
On the day of a big Commons vote on the future of winter fuel payments, Jack and Sam discuss whether this is really the first big test of the new government and how Rachel Reeves and Sir Keir Starmer are dealing with potential rebels.  
  
They also talk about the meeting today between the foreign secretary and the US secretary of state Anthony Blinken.   
  
And they have an update on the Conservative Party leadership race on the day one more contestant is knocked out. 

You can now send a WhatsApp to Jack and Sam on 07511 867 633 or email them: jackandsam@sky.uk]]>vnid://episodes/61318122?media_id=46713936Tue, 10 Sep 2024 06:29:19 +0000Sky NewsSky 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.    On the day of a big Commons vote on the future of winter fuel payments, Jack and Sam... 
On the day of a big Commons vote on the future of winter fuel payments, Jack and Sam discuss whether this is really the first big test of the new government and how Rachel Reeves and Sir Keir Starmer are dealing with potential rebels.  
  
They also talk about the meeting today between the foreign secretary and the US secretary of state Anthony Blinken.   
  
And they have an update on the Conservative Party leadership race on the day one more contestant is knocked out. 

You can now send a WhatsApp to Jack and Sam on 07511 867 633 or email them: jackandsam@sky.uk]]>1174cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rachel-reeves-v-the-rebels--61306872
Today, they explain the fallout ahead of Tuesday's controversial vote on scrapping winter fuel allowance for most pensioners. 

It's also the TUC Congress in Brighton this week - Jack and Sam explain what to look out for from the union and why the event matters even more this year.
 
You can now send a WhatsApp to Jack and Sam on 07511 867 633 or email them: jackandsam@sky.uk       
 ]]>vnid://episodes/61306872?media_id=46704586Mon, 09 Sep 2024 06:28:29 +0000Sky NewsSky 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.  Today, they explain the fallout ahead of Tuesday's controversial vote on scrapping winter...
Today, they explain the fallout ahead of Tuesday's controversial vote on scrapping winter fuel allowance for most pensioners. 

It's also the TUC Congress in Brighton this week - Jack and Sam explain what to look out for from the union and why the event matters even more this year.
 
You can now send a WhatsApp to Jack and Sam on 07511 867 633 or email them: jackandsam@sky.uk       
 ]]>1163cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/prepare-for-tory-skulduggery--61269829  
They examine the fallout over Dame Priti Patel's unsuccessful bid to become the next Conservative leader and what it means for the other candidates.

Jack and Sam also dive into the government's plans to do something about the sewage in our waterways, with proposals being set out to tackle the problem through legislation.

You can now send a WhatsApp message or voicenote to Jack and Sam on 07511 867 633 or email them: jackandsam@sky.uk       ]]>vnid://episodes/61269829?media_id=46671404Thu, 05 Sep 2024 06:26:11 +0000Sky NewsSky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard, two of the best-connected journalists in Westminster, are back with their daily guide to the day ahead in politics in under 20 minutes.    They examine the fallout over Dame...  
They examine the fallout over Dame Priti Patel's unsuccessful bid to become the next Conservative leader and what it means for the other candidates.

Jack and Sam also dive into the government's plans to do something about the sewage in our waterways, with proposals being set out to tackle the problem through legislation.

You can now send a WhatsApp message or voicenote to Jack and Sam on 07511 867 633 or email them: jackandsam@sky.uk       ]]>1203cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/did-politics-fail-grenfell--61258794
As the final report into the Grenfell Tower fire is published, Jack and Sam examine what the political response could be.

They also look ahead to what Sir Keir Starmer will face at his first Prime Minister's Questions of the autumn, and they have an update on the Conservative Party leadership contest as one contender is knocked out today.

You can now send a WhatsApp to Jack and Sam on 07511 867 633 or email them: jackandsam@sky.uk ]]>vnid://episodes/61258794?media_id=46662238Wed, 04 Sep 2024 06:28:21 +0000Sky NewsDid politics fail Grenfell? 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 final report into the Grenfell Tower fire is published,...
As the final report into the Grenfell Tower fire is published, Jack and Sam examine what the political response could be.

They also look ahead to what Sir Keir Starmer will face at his first Prime Minister's Questions of the autumn, and they have an update on the Conservative Party leadership contest as one contender is knocked out today.

You can now send a WhatsApp to Jack and Sam on 07511 867 633 or email them: jackandsam@sky.uk ]]>1137cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/keir-s-big-black-hole--61247620   
Today they discuss the fallout around the government’s decision to suspend 30 arms export licenses to Israel.  
 
With the budget just around the corner, Jack and Sam also explain what to look out for at today’s Treasury Questions in the Commons. And later, an update on the Conservative Party leadership contest. 
   
Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk       
  
👉 Tap here to follow Politics at Jack and Sam's wherever you get your podcasts 👈 
]]>vnid://episodes/61247620?media_id=46651992Tue, 03 Sep 2024 06:30:55 +0000Sky NewsSky 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.       Today they discuss the fallout around the government’s decision to suspend 30 arms...   
Today they discuss the fallout around the government’s decision to suspend 30 arms export licenses to Israel.  
 
With the budget just around the corner, Jack and Sam also explain what to look out for at today’s Treasury Questions in the Commons. And later, an update on the Conservative Party leadership contest. 
   
Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk       
  
👉 Tap here to follow Politics at Jack and Sam's wherever you get your podcasts 👈 
]]>1139cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/keir-starmer-s-education-revolution--61235560  
Today sees parliament return after summer recess so Jack and Sam tell you everything you need to know about the proper beginning of the new Labour government and what to look out for in the coming days. 
 
The Conservative Party leadership contest is also well under way – so they pick apart the many campaign launches happening this week. 
  
Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk      
]]>vnid://episodes/61235560?media_id=46643509Mon, 02 Sep 2024 06:24:59 +0000Sky NewsSky 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.     Today sees parliament return after summer recess so Jack and Sam tell you everything you...  
Today sees parliament return after summer recess so Jack and Sam tell you everything you need to know about the proper beginning of the new Labour government and what to look out for in the coming days. 
 
The Conservative Party leadership contest is also well under way – so they pick apart the many campaign launches happening this week. 
  
Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk      
]]>1189cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/keir-partners-with-the-king--60797682  
Today sees Ed Miliband unveil the much-discussed GB Energy, which they say will be in partnership with the Crown Estate. Also, Jack and Sam assess the chances of Tom Tugendhat taking over from Rishi Runak as leader of the opposition now he’s put his name forward, and react to US President Joe Biden’s address from the oval office explaining his decision to quit the 2024 presidential race. 
  
Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk    
]]>vnid://episodes/60797682?media_id=46275385Thu, 25 Jul 2024 06:30:01 +0000Sky NewsSky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard are here with their guide to the day ahead in politics.        Today sees Ed Miliband unveil the much-discussed GB Energy, which they say will be in partnership with the Crown...  
Today sees Ed Miliband unveil the much-discussed GB Energy, which they say will be in partnership with the Crown Estate. Also, Jack and Sam assess the chances of Tom Tugendhat taking over from Rishi Runak as leader of the opposition now he’s put his name forward, and react to US President Joe Biden’s address from the oval office explaining his decision to quit the 2024 presidential race. 
  
Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk    
]]>1290cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/starmer-and-the-seven-rebels--60784718  
Today sees Keir Starmer’s first PMQs since becoming Prime Minister and it comes after he suspended seven MPs who voted against the government over the two-child benefit cap. Also, James Cleverly announces he’s running to be leader of the Conservatives, and we (probably) learn later today who will become the new Welsh First Minister after Vaughan Gething’s resignation 
  
Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk      
]]>vnid://episodes/60784718?media_id=46262906Wed, 24 Jul 2024 06:30:02 +0000Sky NewsSky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard are here with their guide to the day ahead in politics.        Today sees Keir Starmer’s first PMQs since becoming Prime Minister and it comes after he suspended seven MPs who...  
Today sees Keir Starmer’s first PMQs since becoming Prime Minister and it comes after he suspended seven MPs who voted against the government over the two-child benefit cap. Also, James Cleverly announces he’s running to be leader of the Conservatives, and we (probably) learn later today who will become the new Welsh First Minister after Vaughan Gething’s resignation 
  
Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk      
]]>1268cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tale-of-two-leadership-contests--60773313
Labour sets out to tackle welfare, setting out their vision to get Britain working by addressing economic inactivity - could this be Sir Keir Starmer's biggest challenge yet? Or perhaps it's the first rebellion already on the cards for the new Prime Minister. 

Plus, while Kamala Harris has said she has enough delegates to secure the nomination to become the Democratic Party’s nominee for President - the Tories delay announcing their leader until November, meaning a long wait to find out who Rishi Sunak's successor will be. 

Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk   

]]>vnid://episodes/60773313?media_id=46252514Tue, 23 Jul 2024 06:32:21 +0000Sky NewsSky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard are here with their guide to the day ahead in politics. Labour sets out to tackle welfare, setting out their vision to get Britain working by addressing economic inactivity -...
Labour sets out to tackle welfare, setting out their vision to get Britain working by addressing economic inactivity - could this be Sir Keir Starmer's biggest challenge yet? Or perhaps it's the first rebellion already on the cards for the new Prime Minister. 

Plus, while Kamala Harris has said she has enough delegates to secure the nomination to become the Democratic Party’s nominee for President - the Tories delay announcing their leader until November, meaning a long wait to find out who Rishi Sunak's successor will be. 

Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk   

]]>1171cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/starmer-reacts-to-biden-quitting--60762875 
On the morning after Joe Biden announced he would withdraw from the US presidential race, Jack and Sam talk about all the developments across the pond. And with about a week and a half left of parliament sitting before summer recess, they discuss the prime minister's agenda for the week and look at how the chancellor is dealing with public finances.    

Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk     

]]>vnid://episodes/60762875?media_id=46242739Mon, 22 Jul 2024 06:39:37 +0000Sky NewsSky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard are here with their guide to the day ahead in politics.      On the morning after Joe Biden announced he would withdraw from the US presidential race, Jack and Sam talk about... 
On the morning after Joe Biden announced he would withdraw from the US presidential race, Jack and Sam talk about all the developments across the pond. And with about a week and a half left of parliament sitting before summer recess, they discuss the prime minister's agenda for the week and look at how the chancellor is dealing with public finances.    

Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk     

]]>1227cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/europe-comes-to-starmer--60726001 
On day 13 of Labour’s new government, PM Keir Starmer heads to meet the rest of the European Political Community, hosting over 40 leaders in Oxford, where he will announce plans that Britain will “help lead” EU-wide efforts to combat organised illegal migration.  
 
Plus, in the US, President Biden tests positive for Covid, and the UK Covid-19 Inquiry will publish its first report on findings from the first module on ‘resilience and preparedness’. 
 
Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk     
    
]]>vnid://episodes/60726001?media_id=46208306Thu, 18 Jul 2024 06:28:21 +0000Sky NewsSky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard are here with their guide to the day ahead in politics.      On day 13 of Labour’s new government, PM Keir Starmer heads to meet the rest of the European Political Community,... 
On day 13 of Labour’s new government, PM Keir Starmer heads to meet the rest of the European Political Community, hosting over 40 leaders in Oxford, where he will announce plans that Britain will “help lead” EU-wide efforts to combat organised illegal migration.  
 
Plus, in the US, President Biden tests positive for Covid, and the UK Covid-19 Inquiry will publish its first report on findings from the first module on ‘resilience and preparedness’. 
 
Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk     
    
]]>1318cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/starmer-s-first-king-s-speech--60715190  
Today is the first King's Speech of the Labour era, as Jack and Sam rattle through what to expect. Meanwhile, Sir Keir Starmer is hosting the Irish prime minister as part of his pledge to "reset EU relations" and Boris Johnson has made a surprise appearance at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee to talk Ukraine, days after the attempted assassination of Donald Trump. 

Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk   
]]>vnid://episodes/60715190?media_id=46197866Wed, 17 Jul 2024 06:31:17 +0000Sky NewsSky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard are here with their guide to the day ahead in politics.     Today is the first King's Speech of the Labour era, as Jack and Sam rattle through what to expect. Meanwhile, Sir...  
Today is the first King's Speech of the Labour era, as Jack and Sam rattle through what to expect. Meanwhile, Sir Keir Starmer is hosting the Irish prime minister as part of his pledge to "reset EU relations" and Boris Johnson has made a surprise appearance at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee to talk Ukraine, days after the attempted assassination of Donald Trump. 

Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk   
]]>1316cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/starmer-appoints-trump-staffer--60703401 
On day 11 of the new Labour government, Jack and Sam talk about Donald Trump's pick for vice president, they cover the government's strategic defence review, and what else might be in the King's Speech tomorrow. 
 
Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk]]>vnid://episodes/60703401?media_id=46187631Tue, 16 Jul 2024 06:29:03 +0000Sky NewsSky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard are here with their guide to the day ahead in politics.      On day 11 of the new Labour government, Jack and Sam talk about Donald Trump's pick for vice president, they cover... 
On day 11 of the new Labour government, Jack and Sam talk about Donald Trump's pick for vice president, they cover the government's strategic defence review, and what else might be in the King's Speech tomorrow. 
 
Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk]]>1200cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/keir-s-coming-home--60693475   
On day ten of the new Labour government, Jack and Sam cover the fallout from the attempted assassination of Donald Trump, preparations for the King’s Speech, and if one Tory beast has ambitions to be interim leader.

Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk      
]]>vnid://episodes/60693475?media_id=46177520Mon, 15 Jul 2024 06:30:24 +0000Sky NewsSky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard are here with their guide to the day ahead in politics.       On day ten of the new Labour government, Jack and Sam cover the fallout from the attempted assassination of Donald...   
On day ten of the new Labour government, Jack and Sam cover the fallout from the attempted assassination of Donald Trump, preparations for the King’s Speech, and if one Tory beast has ambitions to be interim leader.

Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk      
]]>1335cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/keir-scores-at-the-white-house--60660299  
They discuss what was on the agenda at the Biden and Starmer meeting including Ukraine, EU alignments and of course, if football's coming home. Plus, what Labour are doing to  overcrowding in UK prisons and if a sorrowful Rishi Sunak will quit as leader of the Tories. 

Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk   ]]>vnid://episodes/60660299?media_id=46146058Thu, 11 Jul 2024 06:35:05 +0000Sky NewsSky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard are here with their guide to the day ahead in politics.     They discuss what was on the agenda at the Biden and Starmer meeting including Ukraine, EU alignments and of course,...  
They discuss what was on the agenda at the Biden and Starmer meeting including Ukraine, EU alignments and of course, if football's coming home. Plus, what Labour are doing to  overcrowding in UK prisons and if a sorrowful Rishi Sunak will quit as leader of the Tories. 

Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk   ]]>1227cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/keir-meets-joe--60649212  
They discuss what's on the table at the prime minister's first NATO meeting and dinner with Joe Biden, whether the rumours are true that Labour could introduce digital ID cards, and what is really the new Government's number one priority. Plus, who is leading in the ongoing Tory leadership race. 
 
Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk   ]]>vnid://episodes/60649212?media_id=46135673Wed, 10 Jul 2024 06:24:45 +0000Sky NewsSky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard are here with their guide to the day ahead in politics.     They discuss what's on the table at the prime minister's first NATO meeting and dinner with Joe Biden, whether the...  
They discuss what's on the table at the prime minister's first NATO meeting and dinner with Joe Biden, whether the rumours are true that Labour could introduce digital ID cards, and what is really the new Government's number one priority. Plus, who is leading in the ongoing Tory leadership race. 
 
Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk   ]]>1215cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/starmer-flies-to-washington--60639624   
On the day new MPs are sworn in, Jack and Sam talk about the prime minister's meeting with metro mayors and his trip to the NATO summit in the US. They also discuss how Wes Streeting is approaching the junior doctor strikes. 
  
Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk
]]>vnid://episodes/60639624?media_id=46126839Tue, 09 Jul 2024 06:41:58 +0000Sky NewsSky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard are here with their guide to the day ahead in politics.      On the day new MPs are sworn in, Jack and Sam talk about the prime minister's meeting with metro mayors and his...   
On the day new MPs are sworn in, Jack and Sam talk about the prime minister's meeting with metro mayors and his trip to the NATO summit in the US. They also discuss how Wes Streeting is approaching the junior doctor strikes. 
  
Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk
]]>1105cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/starmer-tackles-the-s-list--60629570  
They discuss how the prime minister is tackling his first full week and talk about his government’s approach to home and foreign affairs, kicking off with the chancellor’s first big speech. And how will the Conservative Party choose a new leader? 
 
Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk   



]]>vnid://episodes/60629570?media_id=46117678Mon, 08 Jul 2024 06:47:03 +0000Sky NewsSky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard are here with their guide to the day ahead in politics.     They discuss how the prime minister is tackling his first full week and talk about his government’s approach to home...  
They discuss how the prime minister is tackling his first full week and talk about his government’s approach to home and foreign affairs, kicking off with the chancellor’s first big speech. And how will the Conservative Party choose a new leader? 
 
Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk   



]]>1086yesfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/keir-gets-going--60617023
This is a special Saturday edition of the podcast on day two of the new government. Jack and Sam talk about the prime minister's first cabinet meeting today and look at what is in his team's in-trays. They also discuss how the Conservative Party will regroup and elect a new leader.

Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk]]>vnid://episodes/60617023?media_id=46107073Sat, 06 Jul 2024 07:50:19 +0000Sky NewsSky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard with their guide to the day ahead in politics.    This is a special Saturday edition of the podcast on day two of the new government. Jack and Sam talk about the prime...
This is a special Saturday edition of the podcast on day two of the new government. Jack and Sam talk about the prime minister's first cabinet meeting today and look at what is in his team's in-trays. They also discuss how the Conservative Party will regroup and elect a new leader.

Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk]]>1113cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/labour-s-landslide-victory-can-it-get-any-worse-for-the-tories--60606233
And the results are in... Labour have won with a historic landslide majority. Jack and Sam look at what happened overnight, who the big winners and losers are, and if it can get any worse for Conservative party. 

Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk  ]]>vnid://episodes/60606233?media_id=46097468Fri, 05 Jul 2024 06:20:24 +0000Sky NewsSky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard are back following the election.    And the results are in... Labour have won with a historic landslide majority. Jack and Sam look at what happened overnight, who the big...
And the results are in... Labour have won with a historic landslide majority. Jack and Sam look at what happened overnight, who the big winners and losers are, and if it can get any worse for Conservative party. 

Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk  ]]>1113cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/last-minute-tightening--60584960 
This is the day before polling day. Jack and Sam look at Boris Johnson's return to the Conservative campaign and how missing postal votes could affect certain seats. 

They also talk about the final day of election campaigning for all the parties.  
 
Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk  


]]>vnid://episodes/60584960?media_id=46077878Wed, 03 Jul 2024 06:47:08 +0000Sky NewsSky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard are back with their guide to the election day ahead.     This is the day before polling day. Jack and Sam look at Boris Johnson's return to the Conservative campaign and how... 
This is the day before polling day. Jack and Sam look at Boris Johnson's return to the Conservative campaign and how missing postal votes could affect certain seats. 

They also talk about the final day of election campaigning for all the parties.  
 
Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk  


]]>995cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/labour-and-the-conservatives-look-to-the-future--60575073
This is day 41 of the campaign. Jack and Sam look at Labour’s preparation for government, the Conservative’s preparing for the election fallout, and the problem with some postal votes. 

Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk  ]]>vnid://episodes/60575073?media_id=46068078Tue, 02 Jul 2024 06:35:28 +0000Sky NewsSky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard with their guide to the election day ahead.   This is day 41 of the campaign. Jack and Sam look at Labour’s preparation for government, the Conservative’s preparing for the...
This is day 41 of the campaign. Jack and Sam look at Labour’s preparation for government, the Conservative’s preparing for the election fallout, and the problem with some postal votes. 

Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk  ]]>995cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/election-week-begins--60562544
This is day 40 of the campaign. Jack and Sam look at where the parties are now as the election approaches, with Labour’s attack ads and the Conservatives pushing back against Reform UK. Plus, the reaction to the first round of the French elections which has seen the far-right make significant headway. 

Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk  
]]>vnid://episodes/60562544?media_id=46056905Mon, 01 Jul 2024 06:26:48 +0000Sky NewsSky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard with their guide to the election day ahead.   This is day 40 of the campaign. Jack and Sam look at where the parties are now as the election approaches, with Labour’s attack...
This is day 40 of the campaign. Jack and Sam look at where the parties are now as the election approaches, with Labour’s attack ads and the Conservatives pushing back against Reform UK. Plus, the reaction to the first round of the French elections which has seen the far-right make significant headway. 

Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk  
]]>1248cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-last-weekend--60529668
This is day 37 of the campaign. Jack and Sam talk about the leaders’ final weekend, they discuss how Reform are continuing to be in the headlines, and following the Trump vs Biden debate, they look at the rest of the world, including the upcoming French election.

Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk]]>vnid://episodes/60529668?media_id=46034081Fri, 28 Jun 2024 06:37:46 +0000Sky NewsSky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard with their guide to the election day ahead.  This is day 37 of the campaign. Jack and Sam talk about the leaders’ final weekend, they discuss how Reform are continuing to be...
This is day 37 of the campaign. Jack and Sam talk about the leaders’ final weekend, they discuss how Reform are continuing to be in the headlines, and following the Trump vs Biden debate, they look at the rest of the world, including the upcoming French election.

Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk]]>971cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/one-week-to-go--60516198
This is day 36 of the campaign. Jack and Sam discuss, closing arguments - the morning after the final debate, junior doctor strikes, their impact and the Trump v Biden factor.

Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk]]>vnid://episodes/60516198?media_id=46023541Thu, 27 Jun 2024 06:29:21 +0000Sky NewsSky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard with their guide to the election day ahead.  This is day 36 of the campaign. Jack and Sam discuss, closing arguments - the morning after the final debate, junior doctor...
This is day 36 of the campaign. Jack and Sam discuss, closing arguments - the morning after the final debate, junior doctor strikes, their impact and the Trump v Biden factor.

Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk]]>1096cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-final-head-to-head--60500061This is day 35 of the campaign, Jack and Sam discuss the final head-to-head - how have the two leaders fared through the campaign? Gamblegate the story that won't die and Reform going big on Net Zero - parliament’s next big battle.

Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk]]>vnid://episodes/60500061?media_id=46012813Wed, 26 Jun 2024 06:37:31 +0000Sky NewsSky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard with their guide to the election day ahead.  This is day 35 of the campaign, Jack and Sam discuss the final head-to-head - how have the two leaders fared through the campaign?...This is day 35 of the campaign, Jack and Sam discuss the final head-to-head - how have the two leaders fared through the campaign? Gamblegate the story that won't die and Reform going big on Net Zero - parliament’s next big battle.

Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk]]>1096cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-japanese-pause--60498429
This is day 34 of the campaign. Jack and Sam discuss how the Labour and Convservative campaigns are taking a brief pause while the emperor of Japan is in town, in Scotland the Daily Record comes out for Labour for the first time in 14 years, and Ed Davey launches a new manifesto for social care.  

Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk  ]]>vnid://episodes/60498429?media_id=46000530Tue, 25 Jun 2024 06:25:01 +0000Sky NewsSky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard with their guide to the election day ahead.   This is day 34 of the campaign. Jack and Sam discuss how the Labour and Convservative campaigns are taking a brief pause while...
This is day 34 of the campaign. Jack and Sam discuss how the Labour and Convservative campaigns are taking a brief pause while the emperor of Japan is in town, in Scotland the Daily Record comes out for Labour for the first time in 14 years, and Ed Davey launches a new manifesto for social care.  

Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk  ]]>879cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/10-days-to-go--60462749
This is day 33 of the campaign. With 10 days remaining until election day Jack and Sam discuss Sunak and Starmer’s battle in The Sun, the fallout from Farage’s comments on the war in Ukraine, and the verdict from the Institute for Fiscal Studies on the party manifestos. 
 
Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk  
 ]]>vnid://episodes/60462749?media_id=45988429Mon, 24 Jun 2024 06:35:02 +0000Sky NewsSky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard with their guide to the election day ahead.   This is day 33 of the campaign. With 10 days remaining until election day Jack and Sam discuss Sunak and Starmer’s battle in The...
This is day 33 of the campaign. With 10 days remaining until election day Jack and Sam discuss Sunak and Starmer’s battle in The Sun, the fallout from Farage’s comments on the war in Ukraine, and the verdict from the Institute for Fiscal Studies on the party manifestos. 
 
Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk  
 ]]>1124cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/don-t-bet-on-rishi--60457841
Jack and Sam discuss the betting scandal clouding the Conservative campaign, last night’s Question Time, and Rachel Reeves opening up. 

Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk

In this episode, Jack and Sam discuss Craig Williams, the Conservative candidate for Montgomeryshire and Glyndŵr. The full list of candidates are:
Jeremy Brignell-Thorp (Green Party)
Oliver Lewis (Reform UK)
Glyn Preston (Liberal Democrats)
Elwyn Vaughan (Plaid Cymru - The Party of Wales)
Craig Williams (Conservative and Unionist Party)
Steve Witherden (Labour Party)  

They also mention Laura Saunders, the Conservative candidate for Bristol Noth West. The full list of candidates are:
Caroline Gooch (Liberal Democrats)
Darren Jones (Labour Party)
Scarlett O'Connor (Reform UK)
Mary Page (Green Party)
Laura Saunders (Conservative and Unionist Party)
Ben Smith (Social Democratic Party)]]>vnid://episodes/60457841?media_id=45963183Fri, 21 Jun 2024 06:29:30 +0000Sky NewsSky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard with their guide to the election day ahead. This is day 30 of the campaign. Jack and Sam discuss the betting scandal clouding the Conservative campaign, last night’s Question...
Jack and Sam discuss the betting scandal clouding the Conservative campaign, last night’s Question Time, and Rachel Reeves opening up. 

Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk

In this episode, Jack and Sam discuss Craig Williams, the Conservative candidate for Montgomeryshire and Glyndŵr. The full list of candidates are:
Jeremy Brignell-Thorp (Green Party)
Oliver Lewis (Reform UK)
Glyn Preston (Liberal Democrats)
Elwyn Vaughan (Plaid Cymru - The Party of Wales)
Craig Williams (Conservative and Unionist Party)
Steve Witherden (Labour Party)  

They also mention Laura Saunders, the Conservative candidate for Bristol Noth West. The full list of candidates are:
Caroline Gooch (Liberal Democrats)
Darren Jones (Labour Party)
Scarlett O'Connor (Reform UK)
Mary Page (Green Party)
Laura Saunders (Conservative and Unionist Party)
Ben Smith (Social Democratic Party)]]>1007cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tories-party-amid-poll-wipeout--60445176
This is day 29 of the campaign. Jack and Sam discuss all four main leaders facing an audience on primetime TV, who is missing from the Tories' party donors event, Bank of England interest rates and who the newspapers are going to endorse for No 10. 

Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk  ]]>vnid://episodes/60445176?media_id=45951911Thu, 20 Jun 2024 06:39:39 +0000Sky NewsSky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard with their guide to the election day ahead.   This is day 29 of the campaign. Jack and Sam discuss all four main leaders facing an audience on primetime TV, who is missing...
This is day 29 of the campaign. Jack and Sam discuss all four main leaders facing an audience on primetime TV, who is missing from the Tories' party donors event, Bank of England interest rates and who the newspapers are going to endorse for No 10. 

Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk  ]]>985cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/will-inflation-save-rishi-sunak--60432577
This is day 28 of the campaign. Jack and Sam discuss inflation, the SNP manifesto launch, and how Labour’s transition planning is going.  

Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk  ]]>vnid://episodes/60432577?media_id=45943587Wed, 19 Jun 2024 06:35:44 +0000Sky NewsSky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard with their guide to the election day ahead.   This is day 28 of the campaign. Jack and Sam discuss inflation, the SNP manifesto launch, and how Labour’s transition planning is...
This is day 28 of the campaign. Jack and Sam discuss inflation, the SNP manifesto launch, and how Labour’s transition planning is going.  

Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk  ]]>1106cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rishi-s-blank-cheque-warning--60419931
This is day 27 of the campaign. Jack and Sam discuss the Tories doubling down on blank cheque warnings, if Labour’s economic message is struggling to break through, and Nigel Farage heads to Clacton.   

Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk  ]]>vnid://episodes/60419931?media_id=45929441Tue, 18 Jun 2024 06:22:36 +0000Sky NewsSky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard with their guide to the election day ahead.   This is day 27 of the campaign. Jack and Sam discuss the Tories doubling down on blank cheque warnings, if Labour’s economic...
This is day 27 of the campaign. Jack and Sam discuss the Tories doubling down on blank cheque warnings, if Labour’s economic message is struggling to break through, and Nigel Farage heads to Clacton.   

Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk  ]]>1248cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/nigel-farage-launches-his-manifesto--60407444This is day 26 of the campaign. Jack and Sam discuss Reform’s manifesto launch, the Conservatives’ changing tack for the final two weeks of campaigning, and Labour’s plan for the first 100 days.  

Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk  ]]>vnid://episodes/60407444?media_id=45919211Mon, 17 Jun 2024 06:37:36 +0000Sky NewsSky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard with their guide to the election day ahead.   This is day 26 of the campaign. Jack and Sam discuss Reform’s manifesto launch, the Conservatives’ changing tack for the final two...This is day 26 of the campaign. Jack and Sam discuss Reform’s manifesto launch, the Conservatives’ changing tack for the final two weeks of campaigning, and Labour’s plan for the first 100 days.  

Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk  ]]>1091cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-day-a-poll-made-everyone-uneasy--60373021
This is day 23 of the campaign. Jack and Sam discuss the latest polling which shows Reform UK overtaking the Conservatives for the first time, the aftermath of Labour’s manifesto launch, and what the Lib Dems are up to in the so-called Tory Blue Wall. 

Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk  
]]>vnid://episodes/60373021?media_id=45896231Fri, 14 Jun 2024 06:43:45 +0000Sky NewsSky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard with their guide to the election day ahead.   This is day 23 of the campaign. Jack and Sam discuss the latest polling which shows Reform UK overtaking the Conservatives for...
This is day 23 of the campaign. Jack and Sam discuss the latest polling which shows Reform UK overtaking the Conservatives for the first time, the aftermath of Labour’s manifesto launch, and what the Lib Dems are up to in the so-called Tory Blue Wall. 

Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk  
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This is day 22 of the campaign. Jack and Sam discuss the fallout of last night’s Sky News leaders’ special event. They also talk about the Labour manifesto launch, Rishi Sunak in Italy for the G7, and Plaid Cymru’s manifesto launch too. 

Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk  
]]>vnid://episodes/60369628?media_id=45885236Thu, 13 Jun 2024 06:41:20 +0000Sky NewsSky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard with their guide to the election day ahead.   This is day 22 of the campaign. Jack and Sam discuss the fallout of last night’s Sky News leaders’ special event. They also talk...
This is day 22 of the campaign. Jack and Sam discuss the fallout of last night’s Sky News leaders’ special event. They also talk about the Labour manifesto launch, Rishi Sunak in Italy for the G7, and Plaid Cymru’s manifesto launch too. 

Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk  
]]>1102cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-day-of-the-biggest-clash-yet--60357951
This is day 21 of the campaign. Jack and Sam discuss the upcoming Sky News Leaders' special event between Sunak and Starmer, what the latest polling shows, and the Green party manifesto launch. 

Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk  ]]>vnid://episodes/60357951?media_id=45874362Wed, 12 Jun 2024 06:40:53 +0000Sky NewsSky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard with their guide to the election day ahead.   This is day 21 of the campaign. Jack and Sam discuss the upcoming Sky News Leaders' special event between Sunak and Starmer, what...
This is day 21 of the campaign. Jack and Sam discuss the upcoming Sky News Leaders' special event between Sunak and Starmer, what the latest polling shows, and the Green party manifesto launch. 

Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk  ]]>1091cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-day-of-the-tory-manifesto-launch--60346208
This is day 20 of the campaign. Jack and Sam discuss the Conservative manifesto launch, the Lib Dem and Labour positions on capital gains tax, and the Scottish five-way leaders' debate... featuring a soon-to-be-departing Tory leader there Douglas Ross. 

Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk  ]]>vnid://episodes/60346208?media_id=45862834Tue, 11 Jun 2024 06:36:46 +0000Sky NewsSky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard with their guide to the election day ahead.   This is day 20 of the campaign. Jack and Sam discuss the Conservative manifesto launch, the Lib Dem and Labour positions on...
This is day 20 of the campaign. Jack and Sam discuss the Conservative manifesto launch, the Lib Dem and Labour positions on capital gains tax, and the Scottish five-way leaders' debate... featuring a soon-to-be-departing Tory leader there Douglas Ross. 

Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk  ]]>954cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-day-rishi-resurfaces--60307892
This is day 19 of the campaign. Jack and Sam discuss Rishi Sunak’s attempted reset after the D-Day debacle, Labour’s plans for childcare, the Lib Dem’s manifesto launch, and the reaction to Emmanuel Macron’s shock election announcement in France.  

Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk  ]]>vnid://episodes/60307892?media_id=45852978Mon, 10 Jun 2024 06:30:03 +0000Sky NewsSky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard with their guide to the election day ahead.   This is day 19 of the campaign. Jack and Sam discuss Rishi Sunak’s attempted reset after the D-Day debacle, Labour’s plans for...
This is day 19 of the campaign. Jack and Sam discuss Rishi Sunak’s attempted reset after the D-Day debacle, Labour’s plans for childcare, the Lib Dem’s manifesto launch, and the reaction to Emmanuel Macron’s shock election announcement in France.  

Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk  ]]>1128cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-day-you-needed-to-turn-up-for--60307602
This is day 16 of the campaign. Jack and Sam discuss the Labour party meeting to agree on their manifesto, Rishi Sunak facing criticism over missing a D-Day commemoration with world leaders yesterday, and the next TV debate with seven parties going at each other.  

Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk  
]]>vnid://episodes/60307602?media_id=45826727Fri, 07 Jun 2024 06:35:29 +0000Sky NewsSky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard with their guide to the election day ahead.   This is day 16 of the campaign. Jack and Sam discuss the Labour party meeting to agree on their manifesto, Rishi Sunak facing...
This is day 16 of the campaign. Jack and Sam discuss the Labour party meeting to agree on their manifesto, Rishi Sunak facing criticism over missing a D-Day commemoration with world leaders yesterday, and the next TV debate with seven parties going at each other.  

Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk  
]]>993cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-day-big-election-choices-must-be-made--60296115
This is day 15 of the campaign. Jack and Sam discuss the Conservatives on tax and if they have their figures on Labour right, the latest on new likely manifesto pledges, and what next for Welsh First Minister Vaughan Gething after losing yesterday's vote of no confidence. 

Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk  
]]>vnid://episodes/60296115?media_id=45816267Thu, 06 Jun 2024 06:27:27 +0000Sky NewsSky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard with their guide to the election day ahead.   This is day 15 of the campaign. Jack and Sam discuss the Conservatives on tax and if they have their figures on Labour right, the...
This is day 15 of the campaign. Jack and Sam discuss the Conservatives on tax and if they have their figures on Labour right, the latest on new likely manifesto pledges, and what next for Welsh First Minister Vaughan Gething after losing yesterday's vote of no confidence. 

Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk  
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This is day 14 of the campaign. Jack and Sam discuss last night’s debate in Salford, the upcoming 80th anniversary of the D Day landings, and Welsh First Minister Vaughan Gething faces a motion of no confidence. 

Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk
]]>vnid://episodes/60281839?media_id=45803405Wed, 05 Jun 2024 06:46:41 +0000Sky NewsSky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard with their guide to the election day ahead.   This is day 14 of the campaign. Jack and Sam discuss last night’s debate in Salford, the upcoming 80th anniversary of the D Day...
This is day 14 of the campaign. Jack and Sam discuss last night’s debate in Salford, the upcoming 80th anniversary of the D Day landings, and Welsh First Minister Vaughan Gething faces a motion of no confidence. 

Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk
]]>1025cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-day-rishi-sunak-hopes-again-for-a-reset--60270626
This is day thirteen of the campaign. Jack and Sam discuss how the Tories want to put immigration on the agenda the day after Nigel Farage confirmed he's standing in Clacton. Does the new Reform leader change the campaign?

They also preview the first of the TV debates and another day where Labour selections will make headlines.

Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk  ]]>vnid://episodes/60270626?media_id=45792341Tue, 04 Jun 2024 06:25:22 +0000Sky NewsSky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard with their guide to the election day ahead.  This is day thirteen of the campaign. Jack and Sam discuss how the Tories want to put immigration on the agenda the day after...
This is day thirteen of the campaign. Jack and Sam discuss how the Tories want to put immigration on the agenda the day after Nigel Farage confirmed he's standing in Clacton. Does the new Reform leader change the campaign?

They also preview the first of the TV debates and another day where Labour selections will make headlines.

Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk  ]]>1122cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-day-we-talk-culture-wars-and-real-wars--60235760
This is day twelve of the campaign. Jack and Sam discuss the Conservatives' announcement on gender laws, what Labour are saying about the UK's nuclear deterrent and what to expect from the first TV debate of the campaign, involving Scottish political leaders.

Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk  ]]>vnid://episodes/60235760?media_id=45782732Mon, 03 Jun 2024 06:53:35 +0000Sky NewsSky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard with their daily guide to the election day ahead.  This is day twelve of the campaign. Jack and Sam discuss the Conservatives' announcement on gender laws, what Labour are...
This is day twelve of the campaign. Jack and Sam discuss the Conservatives' announcement on gender laws, what Labour are saying about the UK's nuclear deterrent and what to expect from the first TV debate of the campaign, involving Scottish political leaders.

Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk  ]]>988cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-day-trump-altered-british-politics--60221765
This is day 9 of the campaign. Jack and Sam discuss Donald Trump’s show-stealing convictions in the US, continued accusations of a purge of Labour’s left, and how the parties will be preparing for next week’s first TV debate. 

Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk]]>vnid://episodes/60221765?media_id=45759606Fri, 31 May 2024 06:24:54 +0000Sky NewsSky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard with their daily guide to the election day ahead.  This is day 9 of the campaign. Jack and Sam discuss Donald Trump’s show-stealing convictions in the US, continued...
This is day 9 of the campaign. Jack and Sam discuss Donald Trump’s show-stealing convictions in the US, continued accusations of a purge of Labour’s left, and how the parties will be preparing for next week’s first TV debate. 

Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk]]>965cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-day-labour-finds-a-bit-taxing--60217296
This is day 8 of the campaign. Jack and Sam discuss Labour trying to settle its position on taxation, the claims that Sir Keir Starmer is purging the left of his party and a day which has a double dose of Nigel Farage.

Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk]]>vnid://episodes/60217296?media_id=45748909Thu, 30 May 2024 07:00:08 +0000Sky NewsSky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard with their daily guide to the election day ahead. This is day 8 of the campaign. Jack and Sam discuss Labour trying to settle its position on taxation, the claims that Sir...
This is day 8 of the campaign. Jack and Sam discuss Labour trying to settle its position on taxation, the claims that Sir Keir Starmer is purging the left of his party and a day which has a double dose of Nigel Farage.

Email Jack and Sam: jackandsam@sky.uk]]>1058cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-week-we-eat-humble-pie-for-missing-the-election-announcement--60178786
On this week's episode, Jack and Sam talk about their "epic fail" and reveal how they missed the biggest political story of the year - that Rishi Sunak would call a general election for July 4.

Now the campaign wheels are in motion, Jack and Sam discuss what's in store over the next few weeks leading up to the vote, and whether we'll see the return of some familiar faces as candidates after a mass exodus of Conservative MPs.

Also in this episode, from campaign plane rides and party manifestos to TV debates, Jack and Sam unpack how Rishi Sunak and Keir Starmer are hoping to steer the narrative of what could be the most consequential election in 14 years. 

Email with your thoughts and rate how their predictions play out: jackandsam@sky.uk or jackandsam@politico.co.uk      ]]>vnid://episodes/60178786?media_id=45714450Sun, 26 May 2024 17:00:14 +0000Sky NewsTwo of Westminster's best-connected journalists, Sky News's Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard, guide you through their top predictions for the next seven days in British politics.    On this week's episode, Jack and Sam talk about their "epic...
On this week's episode, Jack and Sam talk about their "epic fail" and reveal how they missed the biggest political story of the year - that Rishi Sunak would call a general election for July 4.

Now the campaign wheels are in motion, Jack and Sam discuss what's in store over the next few weeks leading up to the vote, and whether we'll see the return of some familiar faces as candidates after a mass exodus of Conservative MPs.

Also in this episode, from campaign plane rides and party manifestos to TV debates, Jack and Sam unpack how Rishi Sunak and Keir Starmer are hoping to steer the narrative of what could be the most consequential election in 14 years. 

Email with your thoughts and rate how their predictions play out: jackandsam@sky.uk or jackandsam@politico.co.uk      ]]>1963cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-week-rishi-sunak-hopes-for-an-economic-win--60088630
This week the government will be hoping to see the rate of inflation hit the Bank of England's 2% target as Rishi Sunak aims to claim a victory for some of his decisions in No 10.

Plus, it’s a significant week for public inquiries. We get the long-awaited final report from the Infected Blood Inquiry, Paula Vennells will be questioned about her role as CEO at the Post Office and Cabinet Secretary Simon Case will appear at the COVID hearing.

Meanwhile, Vaughan Gething, the new first minister of Wales, has been under pressure after he accepted a £200,000 donation for his leadership campaign from a company owned by a man twice convicted of environmental offences. Will he be facing a vote of no confidence? 

Email with your thoughts and rate how their predictions play out: jackandsam@sky.uk or jackandsam@politico.co.uk         ]]>vnid://episodes/60088630?media_id=45644034Sun, 19 May 2024 16:30:04 +0000Sky NewsTwo of Westminster's best-connected journalists, Sky News' Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard, guide you through their top predictions for the next seven days in British politics.   This week the government will be hoping to see the rate of...
This week the government will be hoping to see the rate of inflation hit the Bank of England's 2% target as Rishi Sunak aims to claim a victory for some of his decisions in No 10.

Plus, it’s a significant week for public inquiries. We get the long-awaited final report from the Infected Blood Inquiry, Paula Vennells will be questioned about her role as CEO at the Post Office and Cabinet Secretary Simon Case will appear at the COVID hearing.

Meanwhile, Vaughan Gething, the new first minister of Wales, has been under pressure after he accepted a £200,000 donation for his leadership campaign from a company owned by a man twice convicted of environmental offences. Will he be facing a vote of no confidence? 

Email with your thoughts and rate how their predictions play out: jackandsam@sky.uk or jackandsam@politico.co.uk         ]]>2618cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-week-rishi-sunak-questions-if-we-d-be-safe-under-labour--59990310
As fierce fighting continues in the Kharkiv region in Ukraine with Russia claiming it has control of more villages and Israel saying it will proceed with an assault on Rafah, Jack and Sam discuss how foreign affairs may take priority this week.

How should MPs hold each other to account? It's a question that's plagued the Commons for years -and this week, MPs will be asked to debate and vote on proposals for how to deal with MPs accused - but not convicted - of serious offences. But will it cause more party problems than it's worth?

And - there's a rare appearance from Sue Gray in Northern Ireland, as part of the COVID inquiry, plus why football could prove to be a new dividing line within the Conservative Party.

Email with your thoughts and rate how their predictions play out: jackandsam@sky.uk]]>vnid://episodes/59990310?media_id=45575599Sun, 12 May 2024 18:31:48 +0000Sky NewsTwo of Westminster's best-connected journalists, Sky News' Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard, guide you through their top predictions for the next seven days in British politics.  As fierce fighting continues in the Kharkiv region in Ukraine...
As fierce fighting continues in the Kharkiv region in Ukraine with Russia claiming it has control of more villages and Israel saying it will proceed with an assault on Rafah, Jack and Sam discuss how foreign affairs may take priority this week.

How should MPs hold each other to account? It's a question that's plagued the Commons for years -and this week, MPs will be asked to debate and vote on proposals for how to deal with MPs accused - but not convicted - of serious offences. But will it cause more party problems than it's worth?

And - there's a rare appearance from Sue Gray in Northern Ireland, as part of the COVID inquiry, plus why football could prove to be a new dividing line within the Conservative Party.

Email with your thoughts and rate how their predictions play out: jackandsam@sky.uk]]>2282cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-week-that-rishi-sunak-looks-on-the-bright-side--59850392 
Following the local and mayoral elections, Jack and Sam discuss how Rishi Sunak will try to get back onto the front foot and whether the Conservative rebels will continue to plot against him.    
 
They also predict that the country will come out of recession and look forward to a new SNP leader in Scotland following the resignation of Humza Yousaf.
 
Email with your thoughts and rate how their predictions play out: jackandsam@sky.uk or jackandsam@politico.co.uk        ]]>vnid://episodes/59850392?media_id=45502907Sun, 05 May 2024 18:28:01 +0000Sky NewsTwo of Westminster's best-connected journalists, Sky News's Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard, guide you through their top predictions for the next seven days in British politics.   Following the local and mayoral elections, Jack and Sam... 
Following the local and mayoral elections, Jack and Sam discuss how Rishi Sunak will try to get back onto the front foot and whether the Conservative rebels will continue to plot against him.    
 
They also predict that the country will come out of recession and look forward to a new SNP leader in Scotland following the resignation of Humza Yousaf.
 
Email with your thoughts and rate how their predictions play out: jackandsam@sky.uk or jackandsam@politico.co.uk        ]]>2150cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-week-the-local-elections-might-throw-up-a-surprise--59682925
The local and mayoral elections are trundling towards us, with Westminster set for the fallout. But don't expect Rishi Sunak to name the date of the general election anytime soon, despite rumours that some MPs are on manoeuvres - hear why on this episode. 

Plus, how will Labour use their predicted successes? And where will the other parties fall?

To find a full list of mayoral candidates in each election, you can use the postcode search here.

Heading north, Holyrood is also poised for an explosive week, with no confidence votes being put down against First Minister Humza Yousaf, and the Scottish government itself.

Jack and Sam look how those votes could play out this week, and why former SNP leadership hopeful turned Alba MSP Ash Regan holds all the power.

They also discuss deputy foreign secretary Andrew Mitchell's big week, and why Monday could throw up a major hot button issue in the House of Commons.

Email with your thoughts and rate how their predictions play out: jackandsam@sky.uk ]]>vnid://episodes/59682925?media_id=45432905Sun, 28 Apr 2024 17:21:33 +0000Sky NewsTwo of Westminster's best-connected journalists, Sky News's Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard, guide you through their top predictions for the next seven days in British politics.  The local and mayoral elections are trundling towards us, with...
The local and mayoral elections are trundling towards us, with Westminster set for the fallout. But don't expect Rishi Sunak to name the date of the general election anytime soon, despite rumours that some MPs are on manoeuvres - hear why on this episode. 

Plus, how will Labour use their predicted successes? And where will the other parties fall?

To find a full list of mayoral candidates in each election, you can use the postcode search here.

Heading north, Holyrood is also poised for an explosive week, with no confidence votes being put down against First Minister Humza Yousaf, and the Scottish government itself.

Jack and Sam look how those votes could play out this week, and why former SNP leadership hopeful turned Alba MSP Ash Regan holds all the power.

They also discuss deputy foreign secretary Andrew Mitchell's big week, and why Monday could throw up a major hot button issue in the House of Commons.

Email with your thoughts and rate how their predictions play out: jackandsam@sky.uk ]]>2214cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-week-rishi-tries-to-save-his-skin--59575651   
This week, they react to MP Mark Menzies' resignation from the Conservative Party after facing allegations of misusing campaign funds, and look at what it might mean for the next election. 

Also this week, Rishi Sunak is packing his bags for Europe. Jack and Sam discuss what's on the trip's agenda, including highly anticipated announcements on the defence of Ukraine as well as the UK's wider defence and warfare strategy.   

Mr Sunak's Rwanda plan could finally pass through parliament too, more than five months after he unveiled the emergency laws. Jack and Sam reveal the final stage will be far from straightforward though, with MPs told to expect a long night in the Commons.   

Plus, Angela Rayner is standing in for Keir Starmer at PMQs this week, the first time she's been in the Commons since police announced they were investigating allegations see may broken electoral law over information she gave about her living situation a decade ago. Jack and Sam discuss how she'll deal with the mounting pressure.   

Email with your thoughts and rate how their predictions play out: jackandsam@sky.uk or jackandsam@politico.co.uk      ]]>vnid://episodes/59575651?media_id=45360700Sun, 21 Apr 2024 19:11:02 +0000Sky NewsTwo of Westminster's best-connected journalists, Sky News's Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard, guide you through their top predictions for the next seven days in British politics.      This week, they react to MP Mark Menzies' resignation from...   
This week, they react to MP Mark Menzies' resignation from the Conservative Party after facing allegations of misusing campaign funds, and look at what it might mean for the next election. 

Also this week, Rishi Sunak is packing his bags for Europe. Jack and Sam discuss what's on the trip's agenda, including highly anticipated announcements on the defence of Ukraine as well as the UK's wider defence and warfare strategy.   

Mr Sunak's Rwanda plan could finally pass through parliament too, more than five months after he unveiled the emergency laws. Jack and Sam reveal the final stage will be far from straightforward though, with MPs told to expect a long night in the Commons.   

Plus, Angela Rayner is standing in for Keir Starmer at PMQs this week, the first time she's been in the Commons since police announced they were investigating allegations see may broken electoral law over information she gave about her living situation a decade ago. Jack and Sam discuss how she'll deal with the mounting pressure.   

Email with your thoughts and rate how their predictions play out: jackandsam@sky.uk or jackandsam@politico.co.uk      ]]>2463cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-week-after-iran-s-attack-on-israel--59458338  
With Parliament returning after the Easter break, this week Jack and Sam discuss the government’s response to Iran’s unprecedented drone and missile attack against Israel – and how it will get across that it supports Israel’s right to self-defence but also wants a de-escalation of tensions. 
  
They also discuss where the claims about deputy Labour leader Angela Rayner’s tax affairs go from here. 
  
They look forward to the final stages of the Conservative’s Rwanda Bill; the fallout from the Westminster honeytrap scandal; and a vote on anti-smoking laws are all up for debate this week. 

Email with your thoughts and rate how their predictions play out: jackandsam@sky.uk or jackandsam@politico.co.uk       ]]>vnid://episodes/59458338?media_id=45283641Sun, 14 Apr 2024 17:18:33 +0000Sky NewsTwo of Westminster's best-connected journalists, Sky News's Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard, guide you through their top predictions for the next seven days in British politics.     With Parliament returning after the Easter break, this week...  
With Parliament returning after the Easter break, this week Jack and Sam discuss the government’s response to Iran’s unprecedented drone and missile attack against Israel – and how it will get across that it supports Israel’s right to self-defence but also wants a de-escalation of tensions. 
  
They also discuss where the claims about deputy Labour leader Angela Rayner’s tax affairs go from here. 
  
They look forward to the final stages of the Conservative’s Rwanda Bill; the fallout from the Westminster honeytrap scandal; and a vote on anti-smoking laws are all up for debate this week. 

Email with your thoughts and rate how their predictions play out: jackandsam@sky.uk or jackandsam@politico.co.uk       ]]>2504cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-week-britain-faced-up-to-big-threats--59154118
This week, Jack and Sam discuss why defence and security - both domestic and foreign - will be a big focus as they look at reaction to Friday's terror attack in Russia and claims that China has been behind cyber attacks targeting MPs and peers, threatening British democracy.  

Plus, there's Rishi Sunak's final appearance before the Easter break as he faces questions from the liaison committee on topics including global issues, the economy and public services. 

Email with your thoughts and rate how their predictions play out: jackandsam@sky.uk or jackandsam@politico.co.uk
]]>vnid://episodes/59154118?media_id=45068296Sun, 24 Mar 2024 18:55:01 +0000Sky NewsTwo of Westminster's best-connected journalists, Sky News's Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard, guide you through their top predictions for the next seven days in British politics.   This week, Jack and Sam discuss why defence and security -...
This week, Jack and Sam discuss why defence and security - both domestic and foreign - will be a big focus as they look at reaction to Friday's terror attack in Russia and claims that China has been behind cyber attacks targeting MPs and peers, threatening British democracy.  

Plus, there's Rishi Sunak's final appearance before the Easter break as he faces questions from the liaison committee on topics including global issues, the economy and public services. 

Email with your thoughts and rate how their predictions play out: jackandsam@sky.uk or jackandsam@politico.co.uk
]]>2036cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-week-rishi-sunak-faces-down-his-party--59079591
This week, Jack and Sam discuss the building pressure around Rishi Sunak’s premiership, and how the ongoing tensions between the prime minister and Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch may spill into events this week.

Plus, they address the weekend rumours about Penny Mordaunt as a potential leadership rival.

There's a big moment for shadow chancellor Rachel Reeves, as she delivers a speech at a major event for the world of banking. Will her plans for the nation, should Labour win the election, impress the finance sector?

And – which shadow cabinet member do we see most often grilled by Kay Burley and the other breakfast shows while nursing our morning cuppa? Sky’s Izzy Loseff has crunched the numbers, and Jack and Sam tell you what it says about who the Labour leader trusts to deliver his message.

Email with your thoughts and rate how their predictions play out: jackandsam@sky.uk or jackandsam@politico.co.uk      ]]>vnid://episodes/59079591?media_id=44998737Sun, 17 Mar 2024 18:16:34 +0000Sky NewsTwo of Westminster's best-connected journalists, Sky News' Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard, guide you through their top predictions for the next seven days in British politics.  This week, Jack and Sam discuss the building pressure around...
This week, Jack and Sam discuss the building pressure around Rishi Sunak’s premiership, and how the ongoing tensions between the prime minister and Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch may spill into events this week.

Plus, they address the weekend rumours about Penny Mordaunt as a potential leadership rival.

There's a big moment for shadow chancellor Rachel Reeves, as she delivers a speech at a major event for the world of banking. Will her plans for the nation, should Labour win the election, impress the finance sector?

And – which shadow cabinet member do we see most often grilled by Kay Burley and the other breakfast shows while nursing our morning cuppa? Sky’s Izzy Loseff has crunched the numbers, and Jack and Sam tell you what it says about who the Labour leader trusts to deliver his message.

Email with your thoughts and rate how their predictions play out: jackandsam@sky.uk or jackandsam@politico.co.uk      ]]>2233cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-week-the-government-decides-who-is-an-extremist--58989641
This week, Jack and Sam discuss Communities Secretary Michael Gove's plan to change the definition of extremism and how important it really is. The current counter-extremism strategy is overdue an update, but the proposed new language seems broad.  

Plus, the fallout from last week's budget - Jack and Sam explore the political landscape as it continues to reverberate through Westminster.  

And with Ramadan beginning this week and no ceasefire in Gaza, how will the UK's support of a 'maritime corridor' for aid shape up? 

Email with your thoughts and rate how their predictions play out: jackandsam@sky.uk or jackandsam@politico.co.uk     ]]>vnid://episodes/58989641?media_id=44914965Sun, 10 Mar 2024 17:51:39 +0000Sky NewsTwo of Westminster's best-connected journalists, Sky News's Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard, guide us through their predictions of how British politics will play out over the next seven days.        This week, Jack and Sam discuss...
This week, Jack and Sam discuss Communities Secretary Michael Gove's plan to change the definition of extremism and how important it really is. The current counter-extremism strategy is overdue an update, but the proposed new language seems broad.  

Plus, the fallout from last week's budget - Jack and Sam explore the political landscape as it continues to reverberate through Westminster.  

And with Ramadan beginning this week and no ceasefire in Gaza, how will the UK's support of a 'maritime corridor' for aid shape up? 

Email with your thoughts and rate how their predictions play out: jackandsam@sky.uk or jackandsam@politico.co.uk     ]]>2033cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-week-of-the-budget--58907212
This week – Jack and Sam do their best to predict what Chancellor Jeremy Hunt has up his sleeve for his second, and possibly final, budget statement on Wednesday. They discuss if national insurance or income tax could be cut and what language Mr Hunt might use about money for public services.

Away from the budget – is the toxic mood of Westminster likely to ease at all this week as George Galloway makes a return to the Commons?

Plus, the Rwanda bill in the Lords and Super Tuesday in the US.

Email with your thoughts and rate how their predictions play out: jackandsam@sky.uk or jackandsam@politico.co.uk]]>vnid://episodes/58907212?media_id=44842207Sun, 03 Mar 2024 19:05:35 +0000Sky NewsTwo of Westminster's best-connected journalists, Sky News's Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard, guide us through their predictions of how British politics will play out over the next seven days. This week – Jack and Sam do their best to...
This week – Jack and Sam do their best to predict what Chancellor Jeremy Hunt has up his sleeve for his second, and possibly final, budget statement on Wednesday. They discuss if national insurance or income tax could be cut and what language Mr Hunt might use about money for public services.

Away from the budget – is the toxic mood of Westminster likely to ease at all this week as George Galloway makes a return to the Commons?

Plus, the Rwanda bill in the Lords and Super Tuesday in the US.

Email with your thoughts and rate how their predictions play out: jackandsam@sky.uk or jackandsam@politico.co.uk]]>2272cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/introducing-electoral-dysfunction--58890018
Beth Rigby. Jess Philips. Ruth Davidson.

With polls suggesting trust in politicians is low, three political powerhouses unite to unravel the spin and explain what’s really going on in Westminster and beyond.

Every week, they will examine our political leaders and their policies – how they’re written, and how they’re sold to voters – as we prepare for a general election. 

With so much at stake, they will work out which politicians are coming out on top and who is having an Electoral Dysfunction – and what it all actually means for you.

Here's the trailer. For more, follow Electoral Dysfunction now wherever you listen to podcasts.]]>vnid://episodes/58890018?media_id=44824921Fri, 01 Mar 2024 19:00:02 +0000Sky NewsToday, something different – we're bringing you the trailer of an exciting new podcast from Sky called Electoral Dysfunction. Beth Rigby. Jess Philips. Ruth Davidson. With polls suggesting trust in politicians is low, three political powerhouses...
Beth Rigby. Jess Philips. Ruth Davidson.

With polls suggesting trust in politicians is low, three political powerhouses unite to unravel the spin and explain what’s really going on in Westminster and beyond.

Every week, they will examine our political leaders and their policies – how they’re written, and how they’re sold to voters – as we prepare for a general election. 

With so much at stake, they will work out which politicians are coming out on top and who is having an Electoral Dysfunction – and what it all actually means for you.

Here's the trailer. For more, follow Electoral Dysfunction now wherever you listen to podcasts.]]>855cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-week-politics-gets-even-more-toxic--58815997
This week Jack and Sam discuss whether Sir Lindsay Hoyle will be forced to bow out as Speaker of the House following his opposition day blunder over the Gaza ceasefire vote. As the SNP continues to push for another debate day with a meaningful vote, will he survive the political pressure coming at him from all sides?

Plus, Jack and Sam look at increasingly tense public protests over Gaza, the growing safety risk facing MPs, how the Conservative Party will handle outspoken MPs accused of stoking racial divides and what the fallout will be after the Rochdale by-election on Thursday.

Email with your thoughts and rate how their predictions play out: jackandsam@sky.uk or jackandsam@politico.co.uk]]>vnid://episodes/58815997?media_id=44754710Sun, 25 Feb 2024 18:29:54 +0000Sky NewsTwo of Westminster's best-connected journalists, Sky News's Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard, guide us through their predictions of how British politics will play out over the next seven days. This week Jack and Sam discuss whether Sir...
This week Jack and Sam discuss whether Sir Lindsay Hoyle will be forced to bow out as Speaker of the House following his opposition day blunder over the Gaza ceasefire vote. As the SNP continues to push for another debate day with a meaningful vote, will he survive the political pressure coming at him from all sides?

Plus, Jack and Sam look at increasingly tense public protests over Gaza, the growing safety risk facing MPs, how the Conservative Party will handle outspoken MPs accused of stoking racial divides and what the fallout will be after the Rochdale by-election on Thursday.

Email with your thoughts and rate how their predictions play out: jackandsam@sky.uk or jackandsam@politico.co.uk]]>2472cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-week-britain-hits-back-over-navalny--58722871
It's looking to be another big week for foreign affairs. Jack and Sam discuss what Britain can actually do after the death of Alexei Navalny. Plus, what the fall of Avdiivka means for the war in Ukraine ahead of the two-year anniversary of the invasion this week.

Meanwhile, after a tumultuous recess week, MPs are back. It's looking like a busy week ahead for Lord Cameron too, starting at the Munich Security Conference – but where was Rishi Sunak?

Plus, what can we expect from parliament's newest members? Gen Kitchen and Damian Egan, who last Friday morning were elected the Labour MPs for Wellingborough and Kingswood respectively, will be sworn into the Commons.

Email with your thoughts and rate how their predictions play out: jackandsam@sky.uk or jackandsam@politico.co.uk]]>vnid://episodes/58722871?media_id=44680519Sun, 18 Feb 2024 18:33:04 +0000Sky NewsTwo of Westminster's best-connected journalists, Sky News's Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard, guide us through their predictions of how British politics will play out over the next seven days. It's looking to be another big week for foreign...
It's looking to be another big week for foreign affairs. Jack and Sam discuss what Britain can actually do after the death of Alexei Navalny. Plus, what the fall of Avdiivka means for the war in Ukraine ahead of the two-year anniversary of the invasion this week.

Meanwhile, after a tumultuous recess week, MPs are back. It's looking like a busy week ahead for Lord Cameron too, starting at the Munich Security Conference – but where was Rishi Sunak?

Plus, what can we expect from parliament's newest members? Gen Kitchen and Damian Egan, who last Friday morning were elected the Labour MPs for Wellingborough and Kingswood respectively, will be sworn into the Commons.

Email with your thoughts and rate how their predictions play out: jackandsam@sky.uk or jackandsam@politico.co.uk]]>2094cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-week-rishi-sunak-could-face-double-disaster--58646630
As it’s Commons recess, they’re not together as they record the podcast – Sam is in a sauna in Finland and Jack is in his mum's spare room in Stockport.

On this episode, what will the Tories’ mood be on Friday morning as they digest the by-election results from Wellingborough and Kingswood?

Meanwhile, the spotlight is on Labour after comments made by the party’s candidate for the Rochdale by-election, which takes place later this month. You can find a full list of the candidates here.

And could it feel like a bleak week for the economy with the prospect of inflation rising and the latest GDP figures possibly suggesting a recession at the end of last year.

Email with your thoughts and rate how their predictions play out: jackandsam@sky.uk or jackandsam@politico.co.uk]]>vnid://episodes/58646630?media_id=44605560Sun, 11 Feb 2024 14:55:01 +0000Sky NewsA different week for Sky News’ Sam Coates and Politico’s Jack Blanchard as they preview and predict the biggest moments for British politics in the week ahead. As it’s Commons recess, they’re not together as they record the podcast – Sam is in a...
As it’s Commons recess, they’re not together as they record the podcast – Sam is in a sauna in Finland and Jack is in his mum's spare room in Stockport.

On this episode, what will the Tories’ mood be on Friday morning as they digest the by-election results from Wellingborough and Kingswood?

Meanwhile, the spotlight is on Labour after comments made by the party’s candidate for the Rochdale by-election, which takes place later this month. You can find a full list of the candidates here.

And could it feel like a bleak week for the economy with the prospect of inflation rising and the latest GDP figures possibly suggesting a recession at the end of last year.

Email with your thoughts and rate how their predictions play out: jackandsam@sky.uk or jackandsam@politico.co.uk]]>1932cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-week-ministers-try-to-avert-war--58566865
This week, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak visits Northern Ireland following the plans to restart Stormont and the swearing-in of Michelle O'Neill as the first nationalist first minister. After two years without a working government, how will the new dynamic with the new leadership look?

Back in London, Rishi Sunak and the Home Office will need to deal with the spiralling political debate surrounding a chemical attack in Clapham last week, and how effectively the asylum system works.

Plus, with more air strikes by the United States in the Middle East over the weekend, is Whitehall worried about sleepwalking into a war with Iran?

And finally, the parties are warming up for an election - the Labour Party is approaching its deadline for submitting manifesto policies, and the Tories have a new faction backed by former PM Liz Truss. Jack and Sam look at how that might shape up.

Email with your thoughts and rate how their predictions play out: jackandsam@sky.uk or jackandsam@politico.co.uk]]>vnid://episodes/58566865?media_id=44531614Sun, 04 Feb 2024 19:46:12 +0000Sky NewsTwo of Westminster's best-connected journalists, Sky News's Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard, guide us through their predictions of how British politics will play out over the next seven days. This week, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak visits...
This week, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak visits Northern Ireland following the plans to restart Stormont and the swearing-in of Michelle O'Neill as the first nationalist first minister. After two years without a working government, how will the new dynamic with the new leadership look?

Back in London, Rishi Sunak and the Home Office will need to deal with the spiralling political debate surrounding a chemical attack in Clapham last week, and how effectively the asylum system works.

Plus, with more air strikes by the United States in the Middle East over the weekend, is Whitehall worried about sleepwalking into a war with Iran?

And finally, the parties are warming up for an election - the Labour Party is approaching its deadline for submitting manifesto policies, and the Tories have a new faction backed by former PM Liz Truss. Jack and Sam look at how that might shape up.

Email with your thoughts and rate how their predictions play out: jackandsam@sky.uk or jackandsam@politico.co.uk]]>2339cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-week-rishi-takes-on-the-plot--58478771
This week, the prime minister will be railing against the small group of ex-ministers and special advisers who are plotting to bring him down before the election. The campaign to oust Rishi Sunak has been bubbling below the surface since before Christmas, but Jack and Sam predict the movement to dominate the week ahead in Westminster.

And, the Conservatives are not the only party with pre-election problems. Latest polls suggest the SNP will be trumped by Scottish Labour at the general election and will lose control of Holyrood in 2026. Jack and Sam discuss how Nicola Sturgeon will fare at her second appearance at the COVID inquiry this week.

Plus, as Labour puts out its "party of stability" message again this week - with announcements on financial service and life sciences - Jack and Sam run through the party's own psychodramas.

Email with your thoughts and rate how their predictions play out: jackandsam@sky.uk or jackandsam@politico.co.uk]]>vnid://episodes/58478771?media_id=44451441Sun, 28 Jan 2024 18:25:12 +0000Sky NewsTwo of Westminster's best-connected journalists, Sky News' Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard, guide us through their predictions of how British politics will play out over the next seven days. This week, the prime minister will be railing...
This week, the prime minister will be railing against the small group of ex-ministers and special advisers who are plotting to bring him down before the election. The campaign to oust Rishi Sunak has been bubbling below the surface since before Christmas, but Jack and Sam predict the movement to dominate the week ahead in Westminster.

And, the Conservatives are not the only party with pre-election problems. Latest polls suggest the SNP will be trumped by Scottish Labour at the general election and will lose control of Holyrood in 2026. Jack and Sam discuss how Nicola Sturgeon will fare at her second appearance at the COVID inquiry this week.

Plus, as Labour puts out its "party of stability" message again this week - with announcements on financial service and life sciences - Jack and Sam run through the party's own psychodramas.

Email with your thoughts and rate how their predictions play out: jackandsam@sky.uk or jackandsam@politico.co.uk]]>2381cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-week-the-tories-talk-about-tax-cuts--58393076
In the week after Rishi Sunak's Rwanda vote, Jack and Sam predict the Tories will try and move on to safer ground to talk about tax cuts and the economy, amid questions about how much longer Jeremy Hunt will remain chancellor.

Meanwhile Sir Keir Starmer will be trying to take the headlines with his own agenda with a speech focussing on crime.

Rwanda isn't forgotten, though – Jack and Sam talk about what's next for the policy that has divided the Conservative Party.

Plus, there's even more pressure on Nicola Sturgeon after the COVID Inquiry revealed she had "deleted" all of her WhatsApp messages during the pandemic... Jack and Sam discuss what's next for the former first minister and the SNP.

Email with your thoughts and rate how their predictions play out: jackandsam@sky.uk or jackandsam@politico.co.uk]]>vnid://episodes/58393076?media_id=44377283Sun, 21 Jan 2024 18:04:47 +0000Sky NewsTwo of Westminster's best-connected journalists, Sky News's Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard, guide us through their predictions of how British politics will play out over the next seven days. In the week after Rishi Sunak's Rwanda vote,...
In the week after Rishi Sunak's Rwanda vote, Jack and Sam predict the Tories will try and move on to safer ground to talk about tax cuts and the economy, amid questions about how much longer Jeremy Hunt will remain chancellor.

Meanwhile Sir Keir Starmer will be trying to take the headlines with his own agenda with a speech focussing on crime.

Rwanda isn't forgotten, though – Jack and Sam talk about what's next for the policy that has divided the Conservative Party.

Plus, there's even more pressure on Nicola Sturgeon after the COVID Inquiry revealed she had "deleted" all of her WhatsApp messages during the pandemic... Jack and Sam discuss what's next for the former first minister and the SNP.

Email with your thoughts and rate how their predictions play out: jackandsam@sky.uk or jackandsam@politico.co.uk]]>2027cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-week-the-post-office-delivers-answers--58297240
This week the Post Office will be expected to deliver answers when its chief executive faces the Commons business committee to discuss the Horizon scandal.

Foreign Secretary Lord Cameron said of UK action in the Red Sea: “We will be prepared to back words with actions”. How will that go down when the prime minister is in the Commons on Monday afternoon.

And, standby for the return of the Rwanda Bill to parliament – Sam and Jack run through the amendments to watch out for.

Plus, their predictions on the World Economic Forum in Davos and what will happen when the deadline for restoring power-sharing in Northern Ireland passes this week.

On the Horizon scandal, the Post Office said: "We fully share the aims of the current public inquiry, set up to establish what went wrong in the past, and the accountability for it." Fujitsu, the company behind the IT system, said: "Fujitsu is fully committed to supporting the Inquiry in order to understand what happened and to learn from it. Out of respect for the Inquiry process, it would be inappropriate for Fujitsu to comment further at this time."

Email with your thoughts and rate how their predictions play out: jackandsam@sky.uk or jackandsam@politico.co.uk]]>vnid://episodes/58297240?media_id=44290476Sun, 14 Jan 2024 18:28:58 +0000Sky NewsTwo of Westminster's best-connected journalists, Sky News' Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard, guide us through their predictions of how British politics will play out over the next seven days. This week the Post Office will be expected to...
This week the Post Office will be expected to deliver answers when its chief executive faces the Commons business committee to discuss the Horizon scandal.

Foreign Secretary Lord Cameron said of UK action in the Red Sea: “We will be prepared to back words with actions”. How will that go down when the prime minister is in the Commons on Monday afternoon.

And, standby for the return of the Rwanda Bill to parliament – Sam and Jack run through the amendments to watch out for.

Plus, their predictions on the World Economic Forum in Davos and what will happen when the deadline for restoring power-sharing in Northern Ireland passes this week.

On the Horizon scandal, the Post Office said: "We fully share the aims of the current public inquiry, set up to establish what went wrong in the past, and the accountability for it." Fujitsu, the company behind the IT system, said: "Fujitsu is fully committed to supporting the Inquiry in order to understand what happened and to learn from it. Out of respect for the Inquiry process, it would be inappropriate for Fujitsu to comment further at this time."

Email with your thoughts and rate how their predictions play out: jackandsam@sky.uk or jackandsam@politico.co.uk]]>2093cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-week-the-election-campaign-goes-up-a-gear--58223339
This week: As well as election fever ramping up as MPs return to Westminster, they look at what else is in store for Rishi Sunak. For starters, there’s a potential Tory backlash looming on government plans for more oil and gas exploration in the North Sea. Plus, ministers and rival factions of Tory MPs will start more talks over the controversial Rwanda bill.

And, Jack and Sam discuss some of the biggest international issues facing Parliament – with Lord Cameron of Chipping Norton appearing at the Foreign Affairs select committee on Tuesday

Email with your thoughts and rate how their predictions play out: jackandsam@sky.uk or jackandsam@politico.co.uk]]>vnid://episodes/58223339?media_id=44221313Sun, 07 Jan 2024 18:45:02 +0000Sky NewsTwo of Westminster's best-connected journalists, Sky News's Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard, guide us through their predictions of how British politics will play out over the next seven days. This week: As well as election fever ramping up...
This week: As well as election fever ramping up as MPs return to Westminster, they look at what else is in store for Rishi Sunak. For starters, there’s a potential Tory backlash looming on government plans for more oil and gas exploration in the North Sea. Plus, ministers and rival factions of Tory MPs will start more talks over the controversial Rwanda bill.

And, Jack and Sam discuss some of the biggest international issues facing Parliament – with Lord Cameron of Chipping Norton appearing at the Foreign Affairs select committee on Tuesday

Email with your thoughts and rate how their predictions play out: jackandsam@sky.uk or jackandsam@politico.co.uk]]>2190cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-week-we-try-to-predict-all-of-2024--58070700
They start with the likely British election – looking at how Rishi Sunak and Sir Keir Starmer might play their cards, with predictions on the election date and what might happen with the Tory leadership.

Plus, Jack and Sam look at elections in the US, Taiwan, and across Europe – and how they might impact domestic politics.

And some familiar voices lend their predictions too; including Liberal Democrat leader Ed Davey, the SNP's Stephen Flynn, Sky News's Kay Burley, and Politico's Rosa Prince.

Email with your thoughts and rate how their predictions play out: jackandsam@sky.uk or jackandsam@politico.co.uk]]>vnid://episodes/58070700?media_id=44086208Sat, 23 Dec 2023 07:00:02 +0000Sky NewsTwo of Westminster's best-connected journalists, Sky News's Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard, usually guide us through their predictions of how British politics will play out over the next seven days, but in this episode they attempt to...
They start with the likely British election – looking at how Rishi Sunak and Sir Keir Starmer might play their cards, with predictions on the election date and what might happen with the Tory leadership.

Plus, Jack and Sam look at elections in the US, Taiwan, and across Europe – and how they might impact domestic politics.

And some familiar voices lend their predictions too; including Liberal Democrat leader Ed Davey, the SNP's Stephen Flynn, Sky News's Kay Burley, and Politico's Rosa Prince.

Email with your thoughts and rate how their predictions play out: jackandsam@sky.uk or jackandsam@politico.co.uk]]>2018cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-week-before-christmas-recess--58036207
Although Westminster is in Christmas party season the politics continues unbowed, with Parliament still sitting on Monday and Tuesday of this week.

This week: what the Prime Minister might get ask by the Liaison Committee on Tuesday, Wednesday’s inflation figures and what Michael Gove might be saying about where new homes get built.

Email with your thoughts and rate how their predictions play out: jackandsam@sky.uk or jackandsam@politico.co.uk]]>vnid://episodes/58036207?media_id=44054518Sun, 17 Dec 2023 18:45:02 +0000Sky NewsTwo of Westminster's best-connected journalists, Sky News's Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard, guide us through their predictions of how British politics will play out over the next seven days. Although Westminster is in Christmas party season...
Although Westminster is in Christmas party season the politics continues unbowed, with Parliament still sitting on Monday and Tuesday of this week.

This week: what the Prime Minister might get ask by the Liaison Committee on Tuesday, Wednesday’s inflation figures and what Michael Gove might be saying about where new homes get built.

Email with your thoughts and rate how their predictions play out: jackandsam@sky.uk or jackandsam@politico.co.uk]]>1775cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-week-mps-vote-on-rishi-s-rwanda-legislation--57965039
It’s looking like a tough week ahead for Rishi Sunak. Jack and Sam look to Tuesday’s crucial vote as the Prime Minister attempts to get his landmark Rwanda legislation through parliament.

On top of that, Rishi Sunak will also be giving evidence at the COVID inquiry's final session of the year. Jack and Sam take us through what we can expect from his testimony.

Plus Keir Starmer is due to give a big speech on Tuesday to mark the fourth anniversary of the 2019 general election.


Email with your thoughts and rate how their predictions play out: jackandsam@sky.uk or jackandsam@politico.co.uk]]>vnid://episodes/57965039?media_id=43987978Sun, 10 Dec 2023 19:24:56 +0000Sky NewsTwo of Westminster's best-connected journalists, Sky News's Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard, guide us through their predictions of how British politics will play out over the next seven days. It’s looking like a tough week ahead for Rishi...
It’s looking like a tough week ahead for Rishi Sunak. Jack and Sam look to Tuesday’s crucial vote as the Prime Minister attempts to get his landmark Rwanda legislation through parliament.

On top of that, Rishi Sunak will also be giving evidence at the COVID inquiry's final session of the year. Jack and Sam take us through what we can expect from his testimony.

Plus Keir Starmer is due to give a big speech on Tuesday to mark the fourth anniversary of the 2019 general election.


Email with your thoughts and rate how their predictions play out: jackandsam@sky.uk or jackandsam@politico.co.uk]]>2383cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-week-boris-johnson-s-at-the-covid-inquiry--57893032
With Boris Johnson due to give evidence to the COVID inquiry this week, Jack and Sam take us through what he'll be probed on and what to expect.

They're joined by Rachel Johnson, journalist and sister of the former prime minister, who shares her views on how the inquiry is progressing and the potential takeaways from her brother's testimony.

Plus, what can we expect this week on an update to the Rwanda migration policy, and Foreign Secretary David Cameron’s next trip abroad.

Email with your thoughts and rate how their predictions play out: jackandsam@sky.uk or jackandsam@politico.co.uk]]>vnid://episodes/57893032?media_id=43922337Sun, 03 Dec 2023 19:16:50 +0000Sky NewsTwo of Westminster's best-connected journalists, Sky News's Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard, guide us through their predictions of how British politics will play out over the next seven days. With Boris Johnson due to give evidence to the...
With Boris Johnson due to give evidence to the COVID inquiry this week, Jack and Sam take us through what he'll be probed on and what to expect.

They're joined by Rachel Johnson, journalist and sister of the former prime minister, who shares her views on how the inquiry is progressing and the potential takeaways from her brother's testimony.

Plus, what can we expect this week on an update to the Rwanda migration policy, and Foreign Secretary David Cameron’s next trip abroad.

Email with your thoughts and rate how their predictions play out: jackandsam@sky.uk or jackandsam@politico.co.uk]]>2213cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-week-rishi-and-the-king-go-to-dubai--57811392
On this episode, after a government U-turn on measures to help Britain get to Net Zero, Rishi Sunak and the King both head to Dubai for climate conference COP28. Jack and Sam analyse the tone the PM may strike.

They explore the potential fallout from Matt Hancock’s upcoming appearance in front of the COVID inquiry - what might we learn from his turn in the chair? 

Legal migration stats have caused jitters in the Tory party - how will new Home Secretary James Cleverly respond this week? 

Plus - what does Rishi Sunak want out of this week’s investment summit?
 
Email with your thoughts and rate how their predictions play out: jackandsam@sky.uk or jackandsam@politico.co.uk]]>vnid://episodes/57811392?media_id=43844593Sun, 26 Nov 2023 18:40:58 +0000Sky NewsTwo of Westminster's best-connected journalists, Sky News's Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard, guide us through their predictions of how British politics will play out over the next seven days. On this episode, after a government U-turn on...
On this episode, after a government U-turn on measures to help Britain get to Net Zero, Rishi Sunak and the King both head to Dubai for climate conference COP28. Jack and Sam analyse the tone the PM may strike.

They explore the potential fallout from Matt Hancock’s upcoming appearance in front of the COVID inquiry - what might we learn from his turn in the chair? 

Legal migration stats have caused jitters in the Tory party - how will new Home Secretary James Cleverly respond this week? 

Plus - what does Rishi Sunak want out of this week’s investment summit?
 
Email with your thoughts and rate how their predictions play out: jackandsam@sky.uk or jackandsam@politico.co.uk]]>2282cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-week-of-the-autumn-statement--57712760
In this episode, they look ahead to the Chancellor Jeremy Hunt’s Autumn Statement – the last big fiscal event of the year – and there’s a lot of talk about tax cuts. But who will be the winners and losers? Jack and Sam speak to Sky’s economics and data editor Ed Conway about what we should look out for.

Plus, how far will the prime minister Rishi Sunak go to stop the boats? Could going with the Tory right’s solution mean ignoring human rights laws?

And they’ll go over how much of the cabinet reshuffle they correctly predicted last time – and how the repercussions of it might still be felt this week.

Email with your thoughts and rate how their predictions play out: jackandsam@sky.uk or jackandsam@politico.co.uk]]>vnid://episodes/57712760?media_id=43760595Sun, 19 Nov 2023 18:44:29 +0000Sky NewsTwo of Westminster's best-connected journalists, Sky News's Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard, guide us through their predictions of how British politics will play out over the next seven days. In this episode, they look ahead to the...
In this episode, they look ahead to the Chancellor Jeremy Hunt’s Autumn Statement – the last big fiscal event of the year – and there’s a lot of talk about tax cuts. But who will be the winners and losers? Jack and Sam speak to Sky’s economics and data editor Ed Conway about what we should look out for.

Plus, how far will the prime minister Rishi Sunak go to stop the boats? Could going with the Tory right’s solution mean ignoring human rights laws?

And they’ll go over how much of the cabinet reshuffle they correctly predicted last time – and how the repercussions of it might still be felt this week.

Email with your thoughts and rate how their predictions play out: jackandsam@sky.uk or jackandsam@politico.co.uk]]>2401cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-week-rishi-sunak-has-a-suella-braverman-conundrum--57605232
In this episode, they look ahead to what could be the biggest week of Rishi Sunak's premiership so far. The prime minister is set to resolve a conundrum about the future of his home secretary, Suella Braverman, which could potentially trigger a cabinet reshuffle.

Plus, the Supreme Court is set to announce its judgment of the legality of the government's Rwanda policy – not to mention monthly inflation figures and Liz Truss.

Email with your thoughts and rate how their predictions play out: jackandsam@sky.uk or jackandsam@politico.co.uk]]>vnid://episodes/57605232?media_id=43666862Sun, 12 Nov 2023 19:51:33 +0000Sky NewsTwo of Westminster's best-connected journalists, Sky News's Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard, guide us through their predictions of how British politics will play out over the next seven days. In this episode, they look ahead to what could...
In this episode, they look ahead to what could be the biggest week of Rishi Sunak's premiership so far. The prime minister is set to resolve a conundrum about the future of his home secretary, Suella Braverman, which could potentially trigger a cabinet reshuffle.

Plus, the Supreme Court is set to announce its judgment of the legality of the government's Rwanda policy – not to mention monthly inflation figures and Liz Truss.

Email with your thoughts and rate how their predictions play out: jackandsam@sky.uk or jackandsam@politico.co.uk]]>2113cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-week-parliament-is-back-with-the-king-s-speech--57521480
On this episode, they look ahead to the King's Speech - the first since Charles became monarch and Rishi Sunak became prime minister. And they share some expert intel from Sky's royal commentator Alistair Bruce, the man who leads the sovereign procession and sets the pace for the King.

And the King's speech means that Parliament is back after a break. What are MPs going to be focusing their attention on?

Plus, the COVID inquiry continues after a dramatic week, with testimony from Sir Mark Sedwill, the former chief whip, Lord Lister, who was Boris Johnson' s aide, and Priti Patel, the former home secretary.

Email with your thoughts and rate how their predictions play out: jackandsam@sky.uk or jackandsam@politico.co.uk]]>vnid://episodes/57521480?media_id=43594940Sun, 05 Nov 2023 18:59:05 +0000Sky NewsTwo of Westminster's best-connected journalists, Sky News' Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard, guide us through their predictions of how British politics will play out over the next seven days. On this episode, they look ahead to the King's...
On this episode, they look ahead to the King's Speech - the first since Charles became monarch and Rishi Sunak became prime minister. And they share some expert intel from Sky's royal commentator Alistair Bruce, the man who leads the sovereign procession and sets the pace for the King.

And the King's speech means that Parliament is back after a break. What are MPs going to be focusing their attention on?

Plus, the COVID inquiry continues after a dramatic week, with testimony from Sir Mark Sedwill, the former chief whip, Lord Lister, who was Boris Johnson' s aide, and Priti Patel, the former home secretary.

Email with your thoughts and rate how their predictions play out: jackandsam@sky.uk or jackandsam@politico.co.uk]]>2246cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-week-of-dominic-cummings-return--57433204
On this episode, they look at where the UK’s response to the war in Gaza may go next, as more senior Labour figures call for a ceasefire between the two sides.

Plus, Dominic Cummings returns to Whitehall this week, as he gives evidence to the COVID Inquiry. Jack and Sam take you through what Boris Johnson’s former advisor might say.

And what exactly is Rishi Sunak trying to achieve with his much-heralded AI summit? POLITICO’s senior technology correspondent Vincent Manancourt joins Jack and Sam to discuss.

Email with your thoughts and rate how their predictions play out: jackandsam@sky.uk or jackandsam@politico.co.uk]]>vnid://episodes/57433204?media_id=43503909Sun, 29 Oct 2023 19:54:59 +0000Sky NewsWant to know what the week ahead looks like in politics? Two of Westminster's best-connected journalists - Sky News' Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard - bring their predictions of how British politics will play out over the next seven days....
On this episode, they look at where the UK’s response to the war in Gaza may go next, as more senior Labour figures call for a ceasefire between the two sides.

Plus, Dominic Cummings returns to Whitehall this week, as he gives evidence to the COVID Inquiry. Jack and Sam take you through what Boris Johnson’s former advisor might say.

And what exactly is Rishi Sunak trying to achieve with his much-heralded AI summit? POLITICO’s senior technology correspondent Vincent Manancourt joins Jack and Sam to discuss.

Email with your thoughts and rate how their predictions play out: jackandsam@sky.uk or jackandsam@politico.co.uk]]>2071cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-week-of-the-rishi-versary--57343180
It's been a year since Rishi Sunak took over from Liz Truss in Number 10. But following two by-election defeats last week, Downing Street doesn't seem to be in the mood for a party.

Could we see another Rishi reset?

The prime minister returned from Israel this week, where he met with leaders to discuss the war with Hamas and humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

Former diplomat Tom Fletcher, who was the British ambassador to Lebanon from 2011 until 2015, joins Jack and Sam to share insights into how to deal with an international crisis.

He also talks about the conversations former diplomats are having about the UK's future role in foreign policy.

Plus, Jack and Sam talk about shadow chancellor Rachel Reeves's new book, as she hopes to be the first female chancellor of the exchequer.

Email with your thoughts and rate how their predictions play out: jackandsam@sky.uk or jackandsam@politico.co.uk]]>vnid://episodes/57343180?media_id=44064121Sun, 22 Oct 2023 17:42:17 +0000Sky NewsSky News' Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard guide you through the week's big moments in British politics - with their analysis and predictions. It's been a year since Rishi Sunak took over from Liz Truss in Number 10. But following two...
It's been a year since Rishi Sunak took over from Liz Truss in Number 10. But following two by-election defeats last week, Downing Street doesn't seem to be in the mood for a party.

Could we see another Rishi reset?

The prime minister returned from Israel this week, where he met with leaders to discuss the war with Hamas and humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

Former diplomat Tom Fletcher, who was the British ambassador to Lebanon from 2011 until 2015, joins Jack and Sam to share insights into how to deal with an international crisis.

He also talks about the conversations former diplomats are having about the UK's future role in foreign policy.

Plus, Jack and Sam talk about shadow chancellor Rachel Reeves's new book, as she hopes to be the first female chancellor of the exchequer.

Email with your thoughts and rate how their predictions play out: jackandsam@sky.uk or jackandsam@politico.co.uk]]>2178cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-week-israel-went-to-war--57225426
This time, they discuss how the government here will respond to an Israeli ground invasion into Gaza. And how ministers might react to threats against the Jewish community at home.

Plus, what delegates at the SNP conference will be saying about the looming Westminster election. The Times' Scottish political editor Kieran Andrews joins Jack and Sam from the conference.

And there's a preview of this week's by-elections in Tamworth and Mid Bedfordshire.
Email with your thoughts and rate how their predictions play out: jackandsam@sky.uk or jackandsam@politico.co.uk]]>vnid://episodes/57225426?media_id=43326355Sun, 15 Oct 2023 17:58:38 +0000Sky NewsTwo of Westminster's best-connected journalists - Sky News' Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard - are back with their predictions of how British politics will play out over the next week. This time, they discuss how the government here will...
This time, they discuss how the government here will respond to an Israeli ground invasion into Gaza. And how ministers might react to threats against the Jewish community at home.

Plus, what delegates at the SNP conference will be saying about the looming Westminster election. The Times' Scottish political editor Kieran Andrews joins Jack and Sam from the conference.

And there's a preview of this week's by-elections in Tamworth and Mid Bedfordshire.
Email with your thoughts and rate how their predictions play out: jackandsam@sky.uk or jackandsam@politico.co.uk]]>2194cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-week-of-the-labour-party-conference--57153013
They look to what's in store at the Labour Party conference in Liverpool – including how Sir Keir Starmer will lay out his priorities ahead of a general election – and how what’s happening in the Middle East will be discussed by those at the conference.

Plus, Jack and Sam check back on their predictions from the last episode – including Rishi Sunak’s HS2 announcement and the Rutherglen and Hamilton West by-election.

Email with your thoughts and rate how their predictions play out: jackandsam@sky.uk or jackandsam@politico.co.uk]]>vnid://episodes/57153013?media_id=43252688Sun, 08 Oct 2023 17:55:01 +0000Sky NewsTwo of Westminster's best-connected journalists - Sky News' Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard - provide the essential guide to politics in the week ahead. They look to what's in store at the Labour Party conference in Liverpool – including...
They look to what's in store at the Labour Party conference in Liverpool – including how Sir Keir Starmer will lay out his priorities ahead of a general election – and how what’s happening in the Middle East will be discussed by those at the conference.

Plus, Jack and Sam check back on their predictions from the last episode – including Rishi Sunak’s HS2 announcement and the Rutherglen and Hamilton West by-election.

Email with your thoughts and rate how their predictions play out: jackandsam@sky.uk or jackandsam@politico.co.uk]]>2090cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-week-of-the-conservative-party-conference--57016328
They look to what's in store at the Conservative Party conference in Manchester and Thursday's Rutherglen and Hamilton West by-election.

Plus, co-author of the Conservatives' 2019 election manifesto Rachel Wolf joins Jack and Sam to discuss Rishi Sunak's conference speech and how some Tories might be posturing themselves for next leader.

Email with your thoughts and rate how their predictions play out: jackandsam@sky.uk or jackandsam@politico.co.uk]]>vnid://episodes/57016328?media_id=44063967Sun, 01 Oct 2023 17:42:52 +0000Sky NewsTwo of Westminster's best-connected journalists - Sky News' Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard - provide the essential guide to politics in the week ahead. They look to what's in store at the Conservative Party conference in Manchester and...
They look to what's in store at the Conservative Party conference in Manchester and Thursday's Rutherglen and Hamilton West by-election.

Plus, co-author of the Conservatives' 2019 election manifesto Rachel Wolf joins Jack and Sam to discuss Rishi Sunak's conference speech and how some Tories might be posturing themselves for next leader.

Email with your thoughts and rate how their predictions play out: jackandsam@sky.uk or jackandsam@politico.co.uk]]>2259cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/welcome-to-politics-at-jack-and-sam-s--56990411
They'll be across the key interviews, the stories and the entire political agenda in order to keep listeners ahead of the game in UK politics, straight from their homes each week.]]>vnid://episodes/56990411?media_id=43100853Fri, 29 Sep 2023 08:29:22 +0000Sky NewsTwo of Westminster's best-connected journalists Sky News’ Sam Coates and Politico’s Jack Blanchard provide the essential guide to politics in the week ahead. They'll be across the key interviews, the stories and the entire political agenda in order...
They'll be across the key interviews, the stories and the entire political agenda in order to keep listeners ahead of the game in UK politics, straight from their homes each week.]]>110cleantrailer