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EMQs: Keir Starmer’s problem with ministers

Al Carns revealed in the wake of his resignation he only met Keir Starmer in an official capacity once. On this week’s EMQs, Ed Balls and George Osborne break down how unusual this is for a PM and why it may explain the problem at the heart of the Starmer operation.  Baroness Jan Royall, Chair of t…

The Andy Burnham we know

The pathway from Makerfield to Downing Street seems inevitable. Andy Burnham was sworn in to Parliament hours after Keir Starmer resigned and now seems set to be crowned as prime minister next month. But who is he? Ed Balls and George Osborne have known him for over 25 years, and speak to how the m…

EMQs: The reshuffle dilemma facing Andy Burnham

Should Andy Burnham appoint an entirely new Cabinet or resist the temptation for a full reshuffle? Ed Balls and George Osborne discuss whether constant ministerial churn is a hindrance to effective government, and who the new Prime Minister should keep in post to provide stability. They also revisi…

The two major challenges facing Andy Burnham

Andy Burnham is now prime minister-in-waiting and is laying out his vision for Britain. On Monday he outlined his approach to the economy, but is his vision any different to Keir Starmer’s? Ed Balls and George Osborne worry the speech lacks a theory of change, and sets him up for the same troubles …

EMQs: Are holiday taxes a threat to tourism?

The proposed holiday tax from the King’s speech is a subject of controversy in the hospitality sector, and on this week’s EMQs Ed Balls and George Osborne speak to these concerns. Does this drive away tourism? Or, can they follow in the footsteps of other European cities and help inject funding int…

Hebrews – An Encouragement to Stay Faithful to Jesus, Part 1

Reading: Hebrews 12Speaker: Sam Burton (Awaken) This Week’s Thoughts Hebrews 11 teaches that faith is ‘the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things that are not seen.’ Faith believes what God has revealed and trusts what God has promised. Faith listens to God, walks with God, fears G…

How Ann Widdecombe’s killing has reshaped British politics

The shocking killing of Ann Widdecombe has set a sombre tone in British politics in the last week. Ed Balls and George Osborne delve into the political implications of this tragedy, examining the changing police messaging and debating what the solution for protecting politicians should be. They als…

EMQs: Why don’t politicians apologise?

This week, Ed Balls and George Osborne hear from a current and former Member of Parliament. Former Tory minister Greg Clark asks if Andy Burnham’s pledge for ‘devolution in every postcode’ is attainable, while Starmer loyalist John Slinger puts forward his proposals for a ‘youth triple lock’ to imp…

Interview with Sam Burton and Sudden Sams BBQ from the American Royal

We sit down with Sam Burton. Pitmaster at Slaps BBQ. He has his own team and has cooked the American Royal for several years.

Will Burnham’s big and bold speech backfire?

The dust has settled on Andy Burnham’s conference speech, and the verdict is positive. However, there are lingering questions. Ed Balls and George Osborne, fresh off their Hot Take, set out to answer the most pressing ones. Is the PM moving too early on the triple lock? Has the National Care Servic…