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Former Government Minister and MEP Ann Widdecombe kicks off today's show to tackle the morning's top headlines as Boris Johnson's allies say his latest lockdown police referral is a 'political stitch-up' and Suella Braverman is told she will not be sacked over speeding fine row. Independent Statistician Jamie Jenkins joins shortly after to discuss UK inflation falling to 8.7% as the IMF calls for Jeremy Hunt to scrap stamp duty to boost the economy. Director of The Bruges Group Robert Oulds returns to The Independent Republic to look ahead to new net migration figures set for release tomorrow from The Home Office as 'the blob' increases their attacks on the Home Secretary. Head of Comms & Public Affairs at the Centre For Policy Studies Emma Revell joins Mike to discuss new car tax plans that would see EVs 'pay per mile' after UK drivers say they are being treated like 'cash cows', and Chief Legal Counsel from the Free Speech Union Bryn Harris closes the show to discuss Top mathematicians around the country who are fighting back against a ‘politicised’ curriculum inundated with diversity guidance. All that and so much more, so tune in!
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Starmer's St George's Day Sulk
01:14:45|Keir Starmer causes division with a St George's Day tweet criticising 'plastic patriotism' as if he knows what patriotism is. Labour MP Graham Stringer says the PM is on the ropes now and Isabel Oakeshott calls the PM out for 'shit-stirring'. Reform UK's Zia Yusuf hits out at the PM and promises to make schools more patriotic whilst David Maddox dishes the insider dirt on Starmer's dying days in office.Wake up with Talk Breakfast in full on YouTube, DAB+ radio, Freeview 280, Fire TV, Samsung TV Plus or the Talk App on your TV from 6am every morning.
Starmer 'WILL RESIGN'
01:28:17|This morning the discussion with Ian Collins revolved around Labour MPs accusing The Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer of fostering a toxic No. 10 culture as the Mandelson vetting scandal deepened. Sacked official Sir Olly Robbins alleged relentless pressure, a dismissive approach to security checks, and secret diplomatic manoeuvring. With The Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper and The Energy & Net Zero Secretary Ed Miliband distancing themselves, critics warn Starmer’s authority is fraying before punishing local elections.Wake up with Talk Breakfast in full on YouTube, DAB+ radio, Freeview 280, Fire TV, Samsung TV Plus or the Talk App on your TV from 6am every morning.
Starmer Vs Robbins
01:11:28|Ian Collins unpacks the latest with The Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer as he faces intensifying pressure after reports he pushed Peter Mandelson’s appointment despite security warnings and procedural objections. Sacked Foreign Office chief Sir Olly Robbins is expected to tell MPs ministers knew the risks and he followed convention. The row has deepened Westminster turmoil, with opposition leaders demanding resignations and Labour figures questioning Starmer’s judgment, candour and authority.Wake up with Talk Breakfast in full on YouTube, DAB+ radio, Freeview 280, Fire TV, Samsung TV Plus or the Talk App on your TV from 6am every morning.
D-Day For Starmer
01:38:41|Talk Breakfast with Ian Collins examines the latest as reports of a private Rayner-Burnham meeting have intensified Westminster speculation as Sir Keir Starmer fights for political survival. Fresh disclosures suggest Starmer had earlier warnings about Mandelson-related security concerns, undermining Downing Street's defence ahead of Commons scrutiny. The row deepened after revelations Mandelson received top-secret intelligence access despite failed vetting, fuelling Labour nerves and leadership chatter.Wake up with Talk Breakfast in full on YouTube, DAB+ radio, Freeview 280, Fire TV, Samsung TV Plus or the Talk App on your TV from 6am every morning.
Labour Civil War?
31:05|On Talk Breakfast with Mark Dolan, he covered the biggest stories of the day, discussing The Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer's war with Whitehall over former Ambassador to the United States of America Peter Mandelson and whether Sir Keir can survive in his position as Prime Minister?Wake up with Talk Breakfast in full on YouTube, DAB+ radio, Freeview 280, Fire TV, Samsung TV Plus or the Talk App on your TV from 6am every morning.
Keir Starmer 'Has To RESIGN'
01:12:02|Sir Keir Starmer is facing intense political pressure after claims Peter Mandelson’s failed security vetting was overruled — sparking accusations the Prime Minister misled Parliament. Downing Street has attempted to shift blame onto Foreign Office officials, while senior civil servant Sir Olly Robbins has now exited his role amid the growing fallout.With Kemi Badenoch and other party leaders openly calling for Starmer to resign, tensions are rising across Westminster as ministers scramble to promise greater transparency over previously withheld documents. The row is rapidly becoming a defining test of trust and accountability at the heart of government.Wake up with Talk Breakfast in full on YouTube, DAB+ radio, Freeview 280, Fire TV, Samsung TV Plus or the Talk App on your TV from 6am every morning.
Epsom Fury
01:14:06|Ian Collins reacts as protesters in Surrey demanded fuller suspect details after Epsom’s church rape allegation, as police defended limited disclosures during an active investigation. Elsewhere, Labour faced mounting criticism over continued non-compliance with the Supreme Court’s biological-sex ruling across hospitals, councils, police forces and schools. Meanwhile, inspectors warned that overwhelmed forces are failing to arrest some online child-abuse suspects, potentially leaving children exposed to further harm.Wake up with Talk Breakfast in full on YouTube, DAB+ radio, Freeview 280, Fire TV, Samsung TV Plus or the Talk App on your TV from 6am every morning.
Slash Benefits To Fund Britain's War Chest?
01:00:50|Ian Collins unpacks the latest statement made by Labour grandees Lord Robertson and Lord Hutton demanding welfare cuts for defence, accusing The Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and The Chancellor of The Exchequer Rachel Reeves of dangerous dithering. Meanwhile, the IMF warned Iran’s energy shock will hit Britain hardest in the G7, squeezing growth, inflation and living standards. Across the pond President Donald Trump blasted The Energy Secretary Ed Miliband’s North Sea drilling ban as “crazy”, intensifying pressure over Britain’s energy security and net zero.Wake up with Talk Breakfast in full on YouTube, DAB+ radio, Freeview 280, Fire TV, Samsung TV Plus or the Talk App on your TV from 6am every morning.
Fear Of Being Called Racist Has To Stop
01:37:54|Ian Collins reacts to the first phase of the Southport inquiry finding that autism was wrongly used to excuse Axel Rudakubana’s violence, amid catastrophic institutional failures. Police, Prevent, schools and social services missed repeated warning signs, while ignored online harms and parental failings compounded risks. Abroad, Donald Trump deleted an AI Jesus image after attacking Pope Leo, as Britain and France rejected his Iran blockade.Wake up with Talk Breakfast in full on YouTube, DAB+ radio, Freeview 280, Fire TV, Samsung TV Plus or the Talk App on your TV from 6am every morning.