This week on Our Week, Untangled, Jordan and Kathryn unpack the biggest stories dominating UK politics and public life.
We begin with the political fallout following Keir Starmer's resignation and what comes next for the Labour Party. With Andy Burnham now firmly at the centre of British politics, we discuss how he could approach life in 10 Downing Street, the priorities he may set as Prime Minister, and the challenges awaiting the next government as Labour enters a new chapter.
Next, we turn to the UK heatwave, looking beyond the soaring temperatures to examine the strain placed on Britain's infrastructure. From rail services and roads to healthcare, water supplies and the electricity network, we discuss whether the country is prepared for increasingly frequent periods of extreme weather and what needs to change for the future.
To finish the episode, we explore the publication of King Charles III's financial accounts, breaking down what the figures reveal about the Royal Family's income, spending and taxation. We discuss how the Sovereign Grant works, the King's voluntary tax arrangements, and the continuing debate over royal finances and transparency.
We also discussed the upcoming Manchester Mayoralty Election. As of Sunday 28th June, the canditates are: Geraldine Coggins - Green Party, Bev Craig - Labour, Phil Eckersley - Conservative, Richard Kilpatrick - Liberal Democrats, Marlon West - Restore Britain
Our Week, Untangled: Two generations. One tangled week.
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