Talkback with Petrie Hosken

Andy Burnham has officially succeeded Keir Starmer as Prime Minister. In his inaugural speech in Downing Street, Burnham said Britain needs to show the world it can regain stability. He promised a new political and economic model including measures to help people with the cost of living. His new cabinet has also been taking shape with John Healey appointed as Chancellor. Plus, Ed Miliband has been appointed Secretary of State among a number of other changes.How should Andy Burnham help with the cost of living and what could bring back hope to Britain? Political Correspondent at The Sunday Times in Scotland, John Boothman, and Former Director Of Comms for The Conservative Party, Amy Fisher, lay out the events of the day and give their takes on how the new PM can move forwards. You then give your hopes for this new government.

Andy Burnham will officially become our next Prime Minister on 20th July and already faces a demanding transition into his new role. Despite being cheered by Labour MPs, former leader Tony Blair warned him he is not going to be loved. Meanwhile, Tories demand a delay to Parliament’s long summer recess, calling it unacceptable for Burnham to avoid scrutiny on his unrevealed policies.Do you think in light of this change, MPs should forgo the summer recess? Political Editor at The Huffington Post UK, Kevin Schofield, and Firmer Director of Comms for The Conservative Party, Amy Fisher, reveal if they believe the break should be skipped or not, then Petrie get your thoughts.

The Leader of Reform UK, Nigel Farage, has been accused of exploiting the murder of Ann Widdicombe while a poll by YouGov has found that 6 in 10 voters believe Nigel Farage has behaved incorrectly over undeclared gifts from wealthy benefactors and only half of Reform UK voters back him. Are you ok with political donations or do you feel as though they should not be allowed? Former ITN Political Correspondent, Angus Walker, and Transport and Travel Journalist, Ed Wiseman, give their thoughts before you talkback and have your say.

An investigation has revealed a persistent UK speeding culture, with over 30,000 drivers caught exceeding 30mph in 20mph zones and 275,000 topping 40mph in 30mph areas last year. Shocking extreme cases include 89mph in a 20mph limit in Wales and a terrifying 161mph overall on the M6. Despite widespread 20mph rollouts to reduce fatalities, severe speeding continues. Petire is asking, are current speed limits out of date? Hear the thoughts from Motoring Journalist and Broadcaster, Steve Berry, who you may know as a former presenter of Top Gear. Before giving your own opinions on whether speed limits in the UK need changing.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.