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Today, we catch up with three newly-elected parliamentarians about their first terms.
Adam is joined by Rosie Wrighting, Labour MP for Kettering, Ben Obese-Jecty, Conservative MP for Huntingdon and Pippa Heylings, Liberal Democrat MP for South Cambridgeshire.
Adam finds out how their election campaigns went, what missteps they’ve made in Parliament so far and what really goes on behind the scenes in the House of Commons.
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Today, we discuss Gisèle Pelicot, whose ex-husband has been jailed for 20 years after drugging and raping her, and inviting dozens of strangers to also abuse her over nearly a decade.
Dominique Pelicot, 72, was found guilty of all charges.
He was on trial with 50 other men, all of whom were found guilty of at least one charge, although their jail terms were less than what prosecutors had demanded. Outside the courtroom, Gisèle gave her "profound gratitude" to supporters and said she believes in a "better future" for women.
Adam is joined by Newsnight’s Victoria Derbyshire, BBC Paris correspondent Andrew Harding, and BBC online journalist Laura Gozzi to discuss today’s convictions and the impact of the trial for women’s movements across the world.
If you have been affected by the issues in this story, help and support is available via the BBC Action Line - https://www.bbc.co.uk/actionline/
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You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Jack Maclaren with Anna Harris, Gemma Roper and Nancy Geddes. The technical producer was Mike Regaard. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.
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Today we look at Nigel Farage’s meeting with Elon Musk.
Adam and Chris discuss the significance of the Reform leader’s trip to Mar A Lago to meet Elon Musk and whether he’ll be allowed to donate to them under election spending rules. They also talk about the WASPI women who have been campaigning for compensation over pension changes as they say they were not were not properly informed of the rise in state pension age.
And, Adam speaks to Professor of Comparative Democratic Institutions at the University of Oxford Ben Ansell to reflect on the year of elections.
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Today, we look at the assassination of a Russian general in Moscow.
Lt Gen Igor Kirillov was at the entrance to a residential block on Tuesday morning when a device hidden in an electric scooter exploded and killed him. Ukraine has claimed responsibility for the attack. Adam is joined by James Waterhouse, BBC Ukraine Correspondent and Chris Steele - the former head of the Russia Desk at MI6, Author of “Unredacted: Russia, Trump and the Fight for Democracy” and a director of Orbis Business Intelligence.
And, Sara Sharif's father and stepmother have been sentenced to life in prison for her murder. Adam speaks to the Children's Commissioner Dame Rachel de Souza about how to keep children safe.
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Today, we look at the naming of the alleged Chinese spy with links to Prince Andrew.
Sources have told the BBC that Prince Andrew will not be at Sandringham with the rest of the Royal Family for Christmas this year after the alleged spy was named as businessman Yang Tengbo. Mr Yang has responded in a statement saying it was “entirely untrue” that he was a spy.
Prince Andrew previously said in a statement that he had "ceased all contact" with the Chinese businessman, with all meetings having been "through official channels" and "nothing of a sensitive nature ever discussed".
Adam speaks to BBC Home and Legal Correspondent Dominic Casciani and Charles Parton, former UK diplomat to China and RUSI associate fellow.
And, the government has set out its plan for devolution. Joe Pike tells Adam about Angela Rayner’s plans for more mayors and abolishing district councils.
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It’s the last weekend edition of Newscast of the year, and the government have decided to do their media round on migration.
Laura’s been speaking to the Yvette Cooper, and her Conservative counterpart Chris Philp to find out how the main parties want to tackle the issue.
Paddy, and Henry convene to chew through how migration has, and continues to be, a dominant issue in British politics - and how it could shape the future of Westminster.
And, as we hurtle towards Christmas, we discuss our favourite news moments of the year (and eat Italian biscuits).
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In this continental edition, Laura speaks to Paddy from Rome, where she’s been talking to the Home Secretary, Yvette Cooper, who will meet her Italian counterpart for diplomacy on migration.
She’s also been asking her about the connection between Prince Andrew and an alleged Chinese spy. The Duke of York’s judgement is being questioned after the government advised him to cease all contact with the enigmatic individual known only to the public as ‘H6’.
And the developing situation in Syria has caused a rift in the Labour front bench, as some of their members revisit their own party’s role in blocking UK military action against then Syrian President Bashar al-Assad in 2013. Paddy and Laura discuss what is really going on behind the scenes.
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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Laura Kuenssberg and Paddy McConnell. It was made by Chris Gray with Rufus Gray. The technical producer was Hannah Montgomery. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.
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Adam, Chris, Alex and Faisal discuss why sandwiches have become the hot topic in Westminster, what the UK’s future relationship with the EU could look like, and planning reforms.
You can now listen to Newscast on a smart speaker. If you want to listen, just say "Ask BBC Sounds to play Newscast”. It works on most smart speakers. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Jack Maclaren with Anna Harris. The technical producer was Hannah Montgomery. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.
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Today, NHS England medical director Prof Sir Stephen Powis has said a sharp rise in flu cases “are adding to our 'quad-demic' worries”.
What is a quad-demic and how worried is the NHS? Adam is joined by BBC health editor Hugh Pym and Nick Hulme, the Chief Executive of East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust, to discuss the rise in hospital flu cases as well as problems caused by Covid, RSV and Norovirus, and how hospitals will cope with the strain. Plus, Keir Starmer has doubled down on his housebuilding targets, promising “builders not blockers” for the planning system. Alex explains the jigsaw puzzle of planning regulations, local government and politics.
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Today, we’re looking at Luigi Mangione, the 26-year-old Ivy League graduate accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
As he fights a extradition to New York, Sumi Somaskanda and Caitríona Perry join Adam to discuss the case, and the social media obsession with the case.
Also, Chris and Alex Chalk, former Conservative justice secretary, are on talking about Labour’s announcement that they will inject £2.3 billion towards making more capacity in the prisons system.
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Today, we look at what a new government in Syria means for the Middle East and why Israel has launched airstrikes on key military targets.
The BBC’s Diplomatic Correspondent, James Landale tells Adam about the historic relationship between Syria and Israel and why Israel has decided to launch strikes now. And, BBC Monitoring’s Jihadist Media expert Mina Al-Lami explains how an opportunistic IS might seek to capitalise on abandoned weapons stashes and wider instability in the region.
Plus, the Chancellor, Rachel Reeves has again warned against government waste. She’s launched a spending review, promising to identify "efficiency savings" across government departments. Chief Political Correspondent Henry Zeffman joins Adam to explain how the review might shake up the political landscape in 2025.
You can now listen to Newscast on a smart speaker. If you want to listen, just say "Ask BBC Sounds to play Newscast”. It works on most smart speakers. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Jack Maclaren with Anna Harris and Maddie Drury. The technical producer was Mike Regaard. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.
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Today, we look at what the end of Bashar al-Assad’s regime means for Syria.
As huge crowds gather at a notorious Damascus prison looking for prisoners held under the Assad regime Adam speaks to Lina Sinjab, the BBC’s Middle East Correspondent. He is also joined by chief Jihadist media specialist for BBC monitoring, Mina Al-Lami, who profiles the rebel group’s leader and legacy.
And, the Kremlin say Bashar Al-Assad has been given asylum in Moscow after fleeing from Syria. Adam speaks to Russia editor Steve Rosenberg about how the fall of the Russian-supported regime is a blow to the country’s prestige.
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After more than a decade of civil war, rebel forces in Damascus say they've ended Bashar al-Assad’s rule.
His ally Russia says he’s left the country.
Laura and Paddy are joined by Joe Pike to discuss the latest developments - and assess what impact it might have on the wider Middle East.
Plus, Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner tells Laura Labour’s planning reforms will end development chaos. But what will the impact be on local communities? You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere You can now listen to Newscast on a smart speaker. If you want to listen, just say "Ask BBC Sounds to play Newscast”. It works on most smart speakers.
Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Laura Kuenssberg and Paddy O’Connell. It was made by Ben Mundy with Bella Saltiel. The technical producer was Michael Regaard. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.
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Just as France enters a period of deep uncertainty, triggered by the fall of Michel Barnier's government, the country gets ready to reopen the Notre Dame cathedral.
And, US President-elect Donald Trump is using the event to return to the geopolitical stage.
Laura and Paddy discuss the Macron-Trump relationship.
Plus, they hear from Newscasters, as thousands of people are left without power following Storm Darragh. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere You can now listen to Newscast on a smart speaker. If you want to listen, just say "Ask BBC Sounds to play Newscast”. It works on most smart speakers.
Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Laura Kuenssberg and Paddy O’Connell. It was made by Ben Mundy with Clare Williamson. The technical producer was Michael Regaard. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.
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Adam and Chris are joined by the journalist and author Tim Shipman, who lifts the lid on what’s going on inside the Labour government now, after some staff rejigging.
They also talk through Starmer’s ‘milestones’ announcement, and how the civil service could be reshaped.
And, could Reform be a real threat to both Labour and the Conservatives?
Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Jack Maclaren with Anna Harris . The technical producer was Ben Andrews. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.
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Today, the prime minister set out his ‘Plan for Change’ with six milestones focused on the economy, the NHS, climate, preschool education, policing and housebuilding.
Adam and Henry unpick what Keir Starmer said and ask whether these targets could become a challenge in the future.
And, the Secretary of State for Business and Trade Jonathan Reynolds MP speaks to Adam about how these milestones will work in practice.
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Today, we look at the vote of no-confidence in the government headed by Prime Minister Michel Barnier in France.
It means Barnier has become the shortest-serving French prime minister since 1958.
Adam speaks to Marion Solletty - Executive Editor for France at POLITICO, and Shahin Vallée, former economic adviser to Emmanuel Macron, and senior research fellow at the German Council for Foreign Relations.
And, after six hours of martial law, South Korea’s president reversed his decision resulting in calls for the president to resign, or for his impeachment. Su Min Hwang former head of the BBC Korean Service helps Adam to unpack an extraordinary night for the country.
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Today, we look at the President of South Korea Yoon Suk Yeol declaring martial law.
Protestors gathered outside the parliament building after the President gave the military extra power to “eradicate the despicable pro-North Korean anti-state forces”. Adam speaks to BBC Asia and Pacific Editor Micky Bristow and Dr Edward Howell, the Korea Foundation Fellow with the Asia-Pacific Programme at Chatham House.
And, after the strong reaction to Jaguar’s latest advertising campaign, the new concept cars were finally unveiled in Miami on Monday night. Business Editor Simon Jack and the UK editor of Campaign magazine Maisie McCabe discuss whether the cars live up the advert and what the long-term impact could be for Jaguar.
You can now listen to Newscast on a smart speaker. If you want to listen, just say "Ask BBC Sounds to play Newscast”. It works on most smart speakers. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Jack Maclaren with Gemma Roper and Bella Saltiel. The technical producer was Jonny Hall. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.
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Today, we look at Gregg Wallace’s apology for suggesting allegations against him came from "a handful of middle-class women of a certain age".
He stepped back from MasterChef last week after allegations were made that he had made inappropriate comments while working on the show. Wallace has denied behaviour of a sexually harassing nature. Culture and media editor Katie Razzall explains where it all leaves him, MasterChef, and the BBC.
Plus, Sumi Somaskanda, chief anchor for BBC World, joins James to explain why President Biden has pardoned his son. Plus, what this means for Biden’s legacy as he prepares to leave office.
You can now listen to Newscast on a smart speaker. If you want to listen, just say "Ask BBC Sounds to play Newscast”. It works on most smart speakers. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by James Cook. It was made by Jack Maclaren with Bella Saltiel and Maddie Drury. The technical producer was Johnny Hall. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.
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Today, we look at the milestones Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer will set out under what he calls a "plan for change" for Britain.
Paddy and Victoria are joined by Joe Pike, BBC politics and investigations correspondent, to discuss the resignation of Louise Haigh, who was serving as transport secretary, after it emerged she pleaded guilty to a fraud offence a decade ago. Does this resignation prompt questions for the government?
Plus, Master Chef presenter Gregg Wallace has spoken out on Sunday against allegations of historic misconduct, saying they have come from a "handful of middle-class women of a certain age".
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