Can Burnham Deliver?

Can Burnham Deliver?

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. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

What Are You Doing To Keep Cool?

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. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

A Decade Of Brexit

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. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Is The U.K. Ungovernable?

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. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Homicide Law Reform

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. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.