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  • 44. What did we learn from the Budget?

    24:07||Season 2, Ep. 44
    This week on Political Business, Kevin and Nathan examine the latest UK budget: Was it a deliberately low-drama event that kept markets steady but deferred major decisions on welfare, defence and growth? They also assess Kemi Badenoch’s opposition response, the politics of social-media clips, and the pressure building around the government’s 10-year plan.

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  • 43. The Pre-Budget Podcast, Jackdaw and Consolidation of the Right

    24:48||Season 2, Ep. 43
    Join our post-Budget event here: https://2ggf3w.share-eu1.hsforms.com/2wzbV-VahTsCzQMLlLucS5w?utm_campaign=525337827-AB%20Budget%20Campaign&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-_jgSgfWUmjeky24VF8UX8tmpzbqYr0l5HEPoULVrdTsvFh_9tIQcR8mM2WNpoWPlFBnxuLuuUSB9HCnGU0hfY53fU9HaZJer1usWgfu58Fm-A1TCs&_hsmi=148004229&utm_content=148004229&utm_source=hs_emailOn this episode of Political Business, Nathan and Kevin make a comprehensive assessment of the upcoming UK budget, government decisions on energy, and the political landscape, including polling insights and strategic moves. They break down what to expect and the implications for the economy and politics.Key Topics Covered: UK budget expectations and key focus areasGovernment's energy policy and Jackdaw gas field decisionPolitical strategy and polling insights post-conferenceImplications of budget decisions on the economy and politicsThe role of media and messaging in budget perception
  • 42. What Will Be in the Budget?

    19:48||Season 2, Ep. 42
    Join our post-Budget event here: https://2ggf3w.share-eu1.hsforms.com/2wzbV-VahTsCzQMLlLucS5w?utm_campaign=525337827-AB%20Budget%20Campaign&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-_jgSgfWUmjeky24VF8UX8tmpzbqYr0l5HEPoULVrdTsvFh_9tIQcR8mM2WNpoWPlFBnxuLuuUSB9HCnGU0hfY53fU9HaZJer1usWgfu58Fm-A1TCs&_hsmi=148004229&utm_content=148004229&utm_source=hs_emailOn the latest episode of Political Business, Kevin and Nathan assess how conference season has left the state of each of the main parties in Westminster. Plus, the team's best assessment of what we'll hear in the Chancellor's Budget at the end of October.
  • 41. Conservative Conference: What Next for the Tories?

    40:04||Season 2, Ep. 41
    Leader of the Opposition Kemi Badenoch takes the stage at the Conservative Party Conference in Birmingham, setting out her pitch to party members and plans to boost faltering poll ratings. In this special episode of Political Business, hosts Nathan Parsad-Wyatt and Kevin McKeever report live from the conference floor to analyse Badenoch's speech, key policy announcements, and reactions from across local government and industry. Plus, hear Sir James Cleverly's pitch to London as he bids to become the party's 2028 Mayoral Candidate.
  • 40. How the Green Party Wants to Do Business in London... with James McAsh

    21:17||Season 2, Ep. 40
    In this special episode of Political Business recorded from Green Party Conference in Brighton, Kevin is joined by the party's leader of Southwark Council, James McAsh. The pair explore the evolving landscape of local politics, the role of green policies, and the importance of cross-party collaboration through the insights of a Green Party leader. Discover how new leadership, strategic priorities, and coalition-building are shaping the future of Southwark and beyond.
  • 39. Labour Conference: Inside Andy Burnham’s Speech + Wes Streeting Interview

    30:47||Season 2, Ep. 39
    Prime Minister Andy Burnham takes the stage at the Labour Party Conference in Liverpool, setting out a bold 10-year vision for the UK. In this special episode of Political Business, hosts Nathan Parsad-Wyatt and Kevin McKeever report live from the conference floor to analyse Burnham’s landmark speech, key policy announcements, and reactions from across local government and industry. Plus hear Kevin's interview with Defence Secretary Wes Streeting.
  • 38. Are the Liberal Democrats Being Serious Enough for Business? | Burnham Meets Trump

    48:23||Season 2, Ep. 38
    In this episode of Political Business, Lowick Hedry's Associate Director, Stephen Gregory, speaks with Liberal Democrat London Mayoral Candidate, Sarah Olney, and Leader of South Cambridgeshire District Council, Bridget Smith, live from the party's conference in Brighton. This episode also explores the recent international and domestic political events, including UK Prime Minister's UN visit, UK party conferences, and the strategic insights from political leaders. It offers a detailed analysis of political diplomacy, party dynamics, and future campaign strategies. 🔔 Subscribe to Political Business, or listen wherever you get your podcasts.