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Reform UK leader, Nigel Farage, stunned Westminster by announcing his resignation as an MP, triggering a Clacton by-election where he intends to run again. He's claimed he is stepping down to clear his name amid a furious row over undisclosed financial donations and escalating standards investigations.
Some praise his defiant political gamble to secure a fresh mandate, but do you think it is just a publicity stunt? Political Editor at The Huffington Post UK, Kevin Schofield, gives the political angle and Constitutional Law Expert, Dr Craig Prescott, outlines the legality of the situation. Petrie then speaks to you and finds out if you this this is a good action or just a distraction.
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An investigation has revealed that the Reform UK leader, Nigel Farage received extensive, undisclosed financial support from a convicted fraudster called George Cottrell. Cottrell reportedly funded Farage’s private security, drivers, social media staff, and London accommodation before his 2024 election. This surfaces alongside an ongoing parliamentary standards probe into an unrelated £5 million donation.
Is this all a witch hunt, or do you believe Farage deserves criticism? CEO of Unlock Democracy, Tom Brake goes through the investigation and gives his opinions before you get your chance to talk back.
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As Andy Burnham prepares for Labour leadership, addressing internal gender dynamics has become a top priority. Female Labour MPs have criticized a persistent boys' club culture within the party and called for the next PM to commit to a 50/ 50 gender split. Speaking to the women’s parliamentary Labour party, Burnham promised to stamp out this behaviour, pledging that anyone caught undermining female colleagues would be immediately sacked.
Do you think politics should have an equal gender split? Petrie gets your responses after speaking to Political Correspondent at The Sunday Times in Scotland, John Boothman.
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New research shows that antisocial behaviour is forcing tens of thousands of Britons to move house. 15% of households have said antisocial behaviour is so bad in their area that they have considered moving home, while six per cent said antisocial behaviour had driven them out of their homes.
Is antisocial behaviour out of control? Petrie gets your feelings after talking to Broadcaster, Clare Muldoon.
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Andy Burnham has made his first major policy speech since launching his bid to become Prime Minister. He used his first major address since returning to Westminster to set out his future plans. He said he will take power out of the centre with an expansion of the PM’s office to Manchester in what he called Number 10 North.
Do you think Burnham will deliver on all of his promises? Petrie speaks to Former Newspaper Editor and Political Commentator, David Wooding, before hearing if you feel like he can be successful or not.
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As the extreme June heatwave shatters records in the UK and in Europe, pets are facing life-threatening dangers. Unlike humans, animals struggle to cool down, risking fatal heatstroke, severe dehydration, and painfully scorched paws. So what should we do to support our furry friends, what should we avoid? Plus how are you dealing with the soaring temperatures?
Veterinary Surgeon, Steve Leonard, talks about heat for your pets, and then Travel Journalist, Ed Wiseman, gives his experiences before we hear yours.
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23rd June marks exactly 10 years since the historic Brexit referendum, and British politics remains defined by unprecedented volatility. Over the last decade we have witnessed intense institutional friction, rapid-fire prime ministerial successions, and a fundamental reshaping of the UK’s democratic fabric.
What would you vote for if they held the referendum again today? Would it be any different than what you voted 10 years ago? Petrie discusses this with Professor of Government at the Institute of Contemporary British History, Sir Vernon Bodganor, Former Director of Comms for the Conservative Party, Amy Fisher, and then you.
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Following months of mounting pressure, PM Keir Starmer officially announced his resignation outside 10 Downing Street. As his departure was triggered by Andy Burnham’s recent Makerfield by-election triumph, Burnham immediately launched his leadership bid, becoming the frontrunner to succeed Starmer as Prime Minister.
With this resignation, the U.K is set to have 7 Prime Ministers in 10 years, and so Petrie wants to know do you think the country is ungovernable? Do we demand too much too quickly? After a quick roundup of all the latest events, we hear what you have to say.
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The UK Law Commission is reviewing homicide laws, proposing a landmark shift to split murder into first and second degree categories. Under the proposed reforms, first-degree murder would be reserved strictly for intentional killings, retaining the mandatory life tariff. Second-degree murder would apply to cases where the offender only intended to cause serious harm, or where partial defences like diminished responsibility apply. This would introduce discretionary sentencing to reflect an offender's true culpability.
Petrie speaks on this firstly to Criminal Law, Criminal Procedure and Evidence Lecturer, Stephanie Roberts. Former Political Editor, Vincent Moss, then gives his views and then finally Criminal Defence Attorney in California, Joseph Tully weighs in.
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Keir Starmer has delayed major cuts to disability benefits after a massive rebellion by his own Labour MPs. The government has dropped a strict new test that would have made it much harder for people to get Personal Independence Payments, with major changes expected later in the year. Meanwhile, the Conservatives are launching a review into the sickness and disability benefits in their bid to make the system fair and affordable again.
Should benefits make way to provide more funding to defence? Petrie speaks with Disability Campaigner, Rachel Morris, before hearing if you think it's fair to make adjustments in this way.
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Elon Musk has become the world's first trillionaire after the record-breaking stock market debut of his company SpaceX. According to Bloomberg, Musk’s estimated net worth sits at about $1.11trillion.
With his in mind, Petrie is asking you what should the mega rich do with their money? What would you do if you were a trillionaire? Associate Professor of Mathematics, Richard Elwes, lays out just how much money $1.1trillion dollars really is. Then you get to have some fun and reveal what you would do with that vast sum of money.
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The 2026 World Cup starts with the very first game in Mexico City, where Mexico plays South Africa. This big tournament is happening across 3 countries: the USA, Canada, and Mexico. But this World Cup has been facing a number of issues; fans are angry because tickets cost too much, hotel workers in America are threatening to strike and a referee from Somalia has not been allowed to enter the US.
Are you excited for this world cup? Sport Journalist, Steve Forbes, sets the scene of what to expect over the coming weeks before Petrie speaks to Transport Journalist, Ed Wiseman, and also hears if you're looking forward to the tournament this summer.
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Belfast has been on high alert following a brutal knife attack in the Northern Ireland city. Protesters have gathered and some have been starting fires throughout. This follows multiple similar incidents across the country, so Petrie wants to know if you feel that Britain is now a tinderbox?
We hear your instant reactions following hearing from Broadcast Journalist with U105 in Belfast, Caoimhe Quinn, who details the latest developments in the city at the time of the show.
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A new Gen Z trend appears to be admitting that you have no friends. Social media videos can be seen that normalise, and occasionally glamourise, the act of being alone and staying in. The popularity of these posts coincide with rising reports of loneliness among young people.
Petrie wants to know; do you think that having no friends is lonely or bliss? How many friends do you have? What do you think is the perfect number of friends to have? She discusses this with Author & Journalist, Andrew Hosken, before hearing your responses.
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The Hologic Global Women’s Health Index is painting a worrying picture for women in Britain. The survey of over 76,000 women and girls worldwide found that those in the UK are some of the angriest in Europe and showing that anger levels have risen sharply, with a 47% increase on the previous year.
Why are women more in pain and more angry? What is it that makes you anxious? What really grinds your gears? Petrie hears your responses after speaking with Feminist Cultural Historian and Author, Dr Elinor Cleghorn.
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Reckless e-bike riding has forced the Netherlands to test a strict 12mph speed limit on cycle paths. Now, the UK is facing the same problem. British safety groups want tougher laws as official data shows that over 15,000 people are injured in bicycle and e-scooters crashes, with around 80 cyclists killed or seriously hurt every year.
Petrie is asking if you think we need to bring in stricter laws for cyclists and should they have a speed limit? Executive Director at The Parliamentary Advisory for Transport Safety, Jamie Hassall, gives a professional deep dive before you get to talk back and give your opinions.
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A King’s speech has set out the government’s legislative agenda, but will it be Keir Starmer’s leadership that will implement it? Wes Streeting’s allies say that the Health secretary is about to resign and is going to mount a formal challenge for the leadership of the Labour Party. What did you make of The King's speech?
Former Newspaper Editor and Political Commentator, Paul Connew, gives an update on the state of the leader of the country, going over all the political events of the day. You then speak to Petrie and let her know how you're feeling about the Prime Minister's position as events continue to unfold.
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At the time of the show, Prime Minister Keir Starmer continues his fight for political survival. Four members of his government, including Home Office minister Jess Phillips, have so far resigned in protest; many Labour MPs are calling for him to quit following the disastrous set of elections for the Labour party last week.
Deputy Political Editor of The Sun, Ryan Sabey, gets Petrie up to speed on the latest befoe she askes you, what can Leir Starmer do to save himself at this point?
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At time of broadcast, Prime Minister Keir Starmer continues to fight for his political survival after a disastrous set of local elections. In a defiant make-or-break speech, Starmer admitted his early messaging was too gloomy but vowed to prove doubters wrong. Meanwhile, the number of Labour MPs calling for Starmer to resign is growing.
Do you think his time is up? Or should he stay? We hear your thoughts after Author and Political Commentator, Jennifer Nadel, lays out all of the information we have thus far.
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Welsh nurseries have been advised to report children for “racist incidents” in guidance backed by the Labour Government. The Welsh Labour Government has endorsed new guidance for childcare providers and those caring for toddlers to report racist incidents to the police if they constitute hate crimes.
Petrie is asking you, can toddlers be racist? Child Psychologist and Broadcaster, Dr Russell Hurn, explains why he thinks this guidance has been brought into place, then we hear if you think it's necessary or not.
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