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Director of The Academy of Ideas Baroness Claire Fox kicks off todays show by delving into the mornings top headlines as we are met with even more stories of Banks shutting down accounts of individuals due to their political opinions on subject matters like transgenderism and basic biological facts with most high street banks signed up to Stonewall diversity schemes. Former Secretary of AState and Chair of The NHS Confederation Rt Hon Stephen Dorrell discusses the strengths and weaknesses of our national health service as the nation celebrates its 75th birthday - but will it reach 100 without major improvements that are necessary? Former Scotland Yard Superintendent Nusrit Mehtab returns to The Independent Republic to discuss Home Office plans overhaul to tackle scourge of rogue police following a succession of shocking scandals that have exposed flaws in the police vetting process, ministers will publish 'radical' changes to make it easier to weed out rogue cops. Barrister Sarah Philimore joins shortly after to discuss further the bank's war against free speech as Metro Bank and RBS come under fire for cancelling individuals accounts due to political beliefs. And Deputy Comment Editor at The Telegraph closes the show for her weekly takedown of the morning's headlines as Bernard Jenkin's wife's lockdown birthday party is set to be investigated by police, and euro President Ursula von der Leyen is now the frontrunner to lead NATO at the end of next year. 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.