Talkback with Petrie Hosken

A King’s speech has set out the government’s legislative agenda, but will it be Keir Starmer’s leadership that will implement it? Wes Streeting’s allies say that the Health secretary is about to resign and is going to mount a formal challenge for the leadership of the Labour Party. What did you make of The King's speech?Former Newspaper Editor and Political Commentator, Paul Connew, gives an update on the state of the leader of the country, going over all the political events of the day. You then speak to Petrie and let her know how you're feeling about the Prime Minister's position as events continue to unfold.

At time of broadcast, Prime Minister Keir Starmer continues to fight for his political survival after a disastrous set of local elections. In a defiant make-or-break speech, Starmer admitted his early messaging was too gloomy but vowed to prove doubters wrong. Meanwhile, the number of Labour MPs calling for Starmer to resign is growing.Do you think his time is up? Or should he stay? We hear your thoughts after Author and Political Commentator, Jennifer Nadel, lays out all of the information we have thus far.

Welsh nurseries have been advised to report children for “racist incidents” in guidance backed by the Labour Government. The Welsh Labour Government has endorsed new guidance for childcare providers and those caring for toddlers to report racist incidents to the police if they constitute hate crimes. Petrie is asking you, can toddlers be racist? Child Psychologist and Broadcaster, Dr Russell Hurn, explains why he thinks this guidance has been brought into place, then we hear if you think it's necessary or not.

MET Police detectives are reportedly still pushing for prime suspect of the Madeline McCann case, Christian Brueckner, to stand trial in the UK.  Senior officers are building a case for the Crown Prosecution Service, aiming for an Old Bailey trial for abduction and murder before the 20th anniversary of Madeleine’s disappearance next year. However, a major hurdle remains: Germany’s constitution generally prohibits extraditing citizens to non-EU countries. Do you think it's time to draw a line under looking for Madeline? You give Petrie your answers after Former Met Police Officer, Graham Wettone, breaks down the intricacies of the case and these current reports.

BRITS think there will be widespread riots this summer, a poll reveals. They also think there will be widespread lawlessness as the cost of living crisis bites. 79% of Brits predict riots this summer. And 83% are braced for a rise in shoplifting because of soaring bills. Does this resonate with you? Are you worried about escalations this summer?Petrie speaks to Former Director of Comms for The Conservative Party, Amy Fisher, for her opinion before finding out if you feel like riots can be expected this summer.

Two Jewish men were stabbed in North West London, the latest of a series of antisemitic attacks in the area in recent weeks; this attack in Golders Green has been declared a terrorist incident. In light of these events and the plethora of others that have happened in recent memory across the country, Petrie is asking how do we stop the hate that seems to be sweeping the nation?Security Analyst and International Terrorism Expert, Duncan Gardham, goes over the events of the day that have led to this discussion, before we hear what you think has to be done.

The Tony Blair Institute has suggested that the government should introduce an "emergency handbrake" to cut the number of people who are receiving health and disability benefits. It says people diagnosed with conditions such as mild depression or ADHD should not be eligible for cash benefits as it argues such conditions should be classed as "non-work limiting" and therefore offer people support rather than money. Do you think mental health sufferers should be able to claim benefits?Petrie gets your opinions after getting the opinion of Broadcaster, Claire Muldoon.

King Charles has arrived in Washington DC for his US state visit; he will be sitting down with Donald Trump at the White House for bilateral talks followed by a grand dinner. The US president has reassured Buckingham Palace and said that the King will be very safe, after gunshots were fired at the White House Correspondents Dinner.With the state of the world, how do you think The King should deal with Trump? Petrie gets your opinions after first hearing the thoughts of Journalist, Ed Wiseman.