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Politics Weekly UK

Politics Weekly UK

By: The Guardian
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Guardian columnist John Harris, political editor Pippa Crerar, and policy editor Kiran Stacey analyse the week's politics news© 2026 Guardian News & Media Limited or its affiliated companies. All rights reserved. Political Science Politics & Government
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  • The defence secretary quits with ‘blistering’ criticism of Starmer

    The defence secretary quits with ‘blistering’ criticism of Starmer
    Jun 11 2026
    The defence secretary has resigned over the government’s military spending plans, in another major blow for Keir Starmer. In a scathing letter to the prime minister, John Healey said the long-awaited defence investment plan ‘falls well short of what is required for defence’ and that he would have to take decisions that ‘could make Britain less safe’. Nosheen Iqbal speaks to policy editor Kiran Stacey. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod
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    12 mins
  • Zelenskyy: Putin is ‘playing games’ with Trump

    Zelenskyy: Putin is ‘playing games’ with Trump
    Jun 9 2026
    The Ukrainian president says Vladimir Putin’s days are numbered. As the Russian president’s influence wanes and his war machine crumbles, Volodymyr Zelenskyy says it is important for Europe and the world to stick together. Pippa Crerar and Luke Harding speak with Zelenskyy on his most recent visit to London. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod
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    26 mins
  • Is Keir Starmer in his ‘legacy’ era?

    Is Keir Starmer in his ‘legacy’ era?
    Jun 8 2026
    Keir Starmer says he will fight on as prime minister, but behind the scenes he is said to be thinking about his legacy. He’s talking this week about tech companies and the shape of a social media ban, but he is also focussed on resetting the UK’s relations with EU and defence. Pippa and Kiran discuss what his legacy might be and the role Andy Burnham has to play. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod
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    17 mins
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