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In this week’s Royal T, Camilla Tominey, Victoria Ward and American commentator Kinsey Schofield discuss Prince Harry’s planned visit to the UK to promote next year’s Invictus Games, after his demands for state-funded security fell through.They compare his security claims to global celebrities such as Harry Styles, who goes running freely around London.They also discuss the High Court legal bomb that will drop next Tuesday regarding the Prince’s privacy lawsuit against the Daily Mail Group. The ruling will land exactly as the Duke takes the stage for his first Invictus Games engagement of his visit.They reflect on Prince William’s attempt to pull down the shutters and the King’s quiet offer of residence as they explain how Meghan is desperately trying to escape her “villain era”, leveraging royal mystique to save her crashing brand.We want to hear from you! Email us at thedailyt@telegraph.co.uk or find @dailytpodcast on TikTok, Instagram and X► Sign up to our most popular newsletter, From the Editor. Look forward to receiving free-thinking comment and the day's biggest stories, every morning. telegraph.co.uk/fromtheeditorStudio Operator: Meghan SearleProducers: Emma Williams and Georgia CoanVideo Producer: Will WaltersSocial Media Producer: Conor ClarkEditor: Camilla TomineyHighlights:Will Meghan, Archie and Lillibet join Prince Harry on his UK visit for his Invictus Games engagement?Kinsey Schofield gives her perspective on Prince Harry's security row and whether Meghan needs her connection to the royal family for future success

In today’s episode of The Daily T, Camilla Tominey and Tim Stanley expose the growing political vacuum as Andy Burnham intervenes in the deportation case of the Rochdale grooming gang leader Shabir Ahmed - as outgoing Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is seemingly nowhere to be seen in the debate.The pair also break down the exclusive report from Camilla Turner, The Telegraph’s Sunday Political Editor, into the secret dossier codenamed Project Fish, which alleges that Russian spies viewed Lord Peter Mandelson as a ‘privileged contact’.For some comic relief, Camilla and Tim also speak to comedian and impressionist Matt Forde on the great characters and voices in Westminster today, and what he’ll miss most about Starmer as he exits No 10.We want to hear from you! Email us at thedailyt@telegraph.co.uk or find @dailytpodcast on TikTok, Instagram and X► Sign up to our most popular newsletter, From the Editor. Look forward to receiving free-thinking comment and the day's biggest stories, every morning. telegraph.co.uk/fromtheeditorStudio Operator: Meghan SearleProducers: Emma Williams and Georgia CoanVideo Producer: Will WaltersSocial Media Producer: Conor ClarkEditor: Camilla TomineyHighlights:Keir Starmer faces another humiliation as Andy Burnham wades into the deportation case of Shabir AhmedMatt Forde gives us his impressions and character breakdowns of Westminster's key players

In today’s episode of The Daily T, Camilla Tominey and Tim Stanley dissect the combative Commons scenes as Kemi Badenoch challenged Sir Keir Starmer over his government’s defence record and spending priorities.The pair investigate the £4.6bn “black hole” in Andy Burnham’s defence investment plans, with Reform UK demanding a general election should he raise taxes to bridge the gap.Plus, they explore new data on Britain’s significant wealth contraction and unpack the latest YouGov polling on voting intentions, two years on from the 2024 general election.► For the latest defence news and updates on major global conflicts, follow Ukraine: The Latest and Iran: The Latest podcasts from The Telegraph.We want to hear from you! Email us at thedailyt@telegraph.co.uk or find @dailytpodcast on TikTok, Instagram and X► Sign up to our most popular newsletter, From the Editor. Look forward to receiving free-thinking comment and the day's biggest stories, every morning. telegraph.co.uk/fromtheeditorStudio Operator: Meghan SearleProducers: Emma Williams and Georgia CoanVideo Producer: Will WaltersSocial Media Producer: Conor ClarkEditor: Camilla TomineyHighlights:Keir Starmer faces criticism of defence spending plan at PMQsWhat are the real challenges facing PM-in-waiting Andy Burnham?

In today’s episode of The Daily T, Camilla Tominey and Tim Stanley examine the long-awaited and much-scrutinised defence investment plan, introduced by Sir Keir Starmer.Despite the outgoing Prime Minister and the Chancellor sharing carefully choreographed mutual congratulations, military experts, senior political figures and Donald Trump were among those to condemn the £15bn package.Meanwhile, Camilla and Tim speak to Baron Ben Houchen of High Leven, the Mayor of Tees Valley, about Andy Burnham’s credentials as Labour leader and why his grand plans for devolution are not feasible.► For the latest defence news and updates on major global conflicts, follow Ukraine: The Latest and Iran: The Latest podcasts from The Telegraph.We want to hear from you! Email us at thedailyt@telegraph.co.uk or find @dailytpodcast on TikTok, Instagram and X► Sign up to our most popular newsletter, From the Editor. Look forward to receiving free-thinking comment and the day's biggest stories, every morning. telegraph.co.uk/fromtheeditorStudio Operator: Meghan SearleProducers: Georgia Coan and Emma WilliamsVideo Producer: Will WaltersSocial Media Producer: Conor ClarkExecutive Producer: Charlotte SeligmanEditor: Camilla TomineyHighlights:Why Keir Starmer's defence investment plan (DIP) falls shortMayor Tees Valley Ben Houchen explains why Andy Burnham's plans to devolve more powers from Westminster to the regions aren't feasible

In today’s episode of The Daily T, Camilla Tominey and Tim Stanley discuss Andy Burnham’s first significant speech since returning to Westminster as an MP. The former mayor of Greater Manchester set out his vision for Britain as part of his campaign to be the next prime minister and Labour leader.They dissect Burnham’s “Manchesterism” blueprint, and ask whether his call for cross-party collaboration is actually a front for “socialism via the back door”.We want to hear from you! Email us at thedailyt@telegraph.co.uk or find @dailytpodcast on TikTok, Instagram and X► Sign up to our most popular newsletter, From the Editor. Look forward to receiving free-thinking comment and the day's biggest stories, every morning. telegraph.co.uk/fromtheeditorStudio Operator: Meghan SearleProducers: Georgia Coan and Emma WilliamsVideo Producer: Will WaltersSocial Media Producer: Conor ClarkExecutive Producer: Charlotte SeligmanEditor: Camilla TomineyHighlights:Why Andy Burnham's "Manchesterism" blueprint is a dangerous new form of socialismBurnham's plans for devolution could spell disaster and a lack of political accountability

In the latest episode of the Weekend T, Telegraph Opinion writers Poppy Coburn and Michael Deacon take a look at some comical and controversial news stories from the week.They discuss the heatwave – and what is acceptable to wear in it – how Andy Burnham could become more unpopular than Sir Keir Starmer, why attending university is a big regret, and how one woman has started a war with sunbed hoggers in Tenerife.We want to hear from you! Email us at thedailyt@telegraph.co.uk or find @dailytpodcast on TikTok, Instagram and X► Sign up to our most popular newsletter, From the Editor. Look forward to receiving free-thinking comment and the day's biggest stories, every morning. telegraph.co.uk/fromtheeditorStudio Operator: James EnglandProducers: Juliet Bacon and David LeveneVideo Producer: Will WaltersSocial Media Producer: Nada AggourExecutive Producer: Charlotte SeligmanHighlights:Starmer out as Prime MinisterHeatwaves causing havoc at schoolsShould saving a sun-lounger with a towel be outlawed?

In this week’s Royal T, Camilla Tominey and Hannah Furness dissect King Charles’ tax bill as the first monarch to publicly disclose his personal tax payments, alongside figures also released from Kensington Palace on Prince William’s personal tax bill. They also discuss the announcement that Buckingham Palace will no longer serve as a royal residence for King Charles and Queen Camilla, as the landmark moves to become the administrative headquarters of the British Royal family.Camilla and Hannah also discuss this historic shift to radical transparency from the royals with former Home Affairs minister Norman Baker, who explains why he doesn’t think the disclosure goes far enough in revealing the royal family’s use of public money.Assistant Producer: Erin PriceProducers: Georgia Coan, Emma Williams and David LeveneVideo Producer: Will WaltersSocial Media Producer: Nada AggourExecutive Producer: Charlotte SeligmanEditor: Camilla TomineyHighlights:King Charles & Prince William's tax bills revealedThe real reason why the royals will never move back into Buckingham Palace

In today’s episode of The Daily T, Camilla Tominey and Tim Stanley speak to Katherine Birbalsingh – dubbed Britain’s strictest headteacher for her work at Michaela Community School in north-west London – about the row that has broken out between Bridget Phillipson and Kemi Badenoch following the Conservative leader’s fiery attack on the Education Secretary.Ms Birbalsingh agrees with Ms Badenoch that Ms Phillipson is a “class warrior” and believes that while her intentions come from a “good place”, her policies will actually have a negative effect and harm poor school pupils.Elsewhere, Camilla and Allister Heath discuss the latest developments over the Labour leadership and why Andy Burnham, the lead contender to replace Sir Keir Starmer, might betray Brexit if he wins the keys to No 10.Remember, you can get your tickets to The Big Debate: How to make Brexit a success, hosted by Sunday Telegraph Editor Allister Heath on Monday, June 29th at telegraph.co.uk/brexitdebateWe want to hear from you! Email us at thedailyt@telegraph.co.uk or find @dailytpodcast on TikTok, Instagram and X► Sign up to our most popular newsletter, From the Editor. Look forward to receiving free-thinking comment and the day's biggest stories, every morning. telegraph.co.uk/fromtheeditorAssistant Producer: Erin PriceProducers: Georgia Coan and Emma WilliamsVideo Producer: Will WaltersSocial Media Producer: Nada AggourExecutive Producer: Charlotte SeligmanEditor: Camilla TomineyHighlightsIs Bridget Phillipson harming poor school pupils with her education policies?Allister Heath explains why Andy Burnham could be about to betray Brexit is he's elected as Labour leader and Prime Minister

In his first PMQs since announcing his resignation, Keir Starmer faced a fiery attack from Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch, attacking many of his cabinet members. Camilla and Tim react to the action in parliament and discuss the “coronation” of Andy Burnham, examining the mounting evidence against his leadership - from his resurfaced controversial videos to his shifting stance on calling a general election. Plus, former Defence Secretary Ben Wallace joins the podcast to dissect the state of Britain’s military, the failures of the defence investment plan, and whether Burnham has the conviction to restore Britain’s standing on the world stage.We want to hear from you! Email us at thedailyt@telegraph.co.uk or find @dailytpodcast on TikTok, Instagram and X► Sign up to our most popular newsletter, From the Editor. Look forward to receiving free-thinking comment and the day's biggest stories, every morning. telegraph.co.uk/fromtheeditorStudio Operator: Chris JanuaryAssistant Producer: Erin PriceProducers: Georgia Coan, Emma Williams and David Levene Video Producer: Will WaltersSocial Media Producer: Nada AggourExecutive Producer: Charlotte SeligmanEditor: Camilla TomineyHighlightsWas Kemi Badenoch’s brutal PMQ takedown the final insult to Starmer’s leadership?Ben Wallace on why the defence investment plan is failing