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Ukraine in ‘mortal danger’ without aid: First Lady Zelenska with Laura in Kyiv Dec 09, 2023

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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest news stories from the BBC. Today, we look at the war in Ukraine.

In an exclusive interview Ukraine’s First Lady Olena Zelenska warns of “mortal danger” if financial support to her country isn’t continued.

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Today's Newscast was presented by Laura Kuenssberg and Paddy O’Connell. It was made by Chris Flynn with Bella Saltiel. The technical producer was Jonny Hall. The senior news editors are Jonathan Aspinwall and Sam Bonham.

What Next For Ofsted? Dec 08, 2023

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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest news stories from the BBC. Today, we look at what’s next for Ofsted.

This follows an inquest into the death of head teacher Ruth Perry which ruled that Ofsted contributed to her death. The BBC’s education editor Branwen Jeffreys, professor of Sociology of Education at UCL Institute of Education, Alice Bradbury, and executive principal of Passmores cooperative, Vic Goddard, join Adam to discuss the future of the schools regulator.

And the sports minister of Saudi Arabia has denied accusations of sportswashing after his country won the right the host the 2034 World Cup. The Athletic’s senior football news reporter Matt Slater breaks down why Saudi Arabia are investing in sport. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Today's Newscast was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Jack Maclaren with Joe Wilkinson and Natasa Simovic. The technical producer was Matt Hewitt. The senior news editors are Jonathan Aspinwall and Sam Bonham.

Sunak defends Rwanda plan Dec 07, 2023

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The prime minister has defended his Rwanda bill at a press conference in which he described the plan as the “toughest immigration law ever”.

But his own party is split over it.

It came the morning after the resignation of immigration minister Robert Jenrick, who said the new law wasn’t tough enough.

And former Prime Minister Boris Johnson finishes his evidence at the Covid inquiry after being asked about partygate, Eat Out to Help Out and his time in hospital.

Adam and Chris are is joined by Boris Johnson’s former advisor Will Walden, and Times radio presenter and former Labour advisor Ayesha Hazarika.

You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Today's Newscast was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Chis Gray with Gemma Roper. The senior news editors are Jonathan Aspinwall and Sam Bonham

Boris Johnson at Covid Inquiry + SURPRISE Government Resignation Dec 06, 2023

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Today on Newscast, the former Prime Minister Boris Johnson gives evidence to the Covid inquiry in the first of a two-day questioning of his government’s handling of the pandemic. Adam is joined by the BBC’s health reporter Jim Reed as well as Alex Thomas from the Institute for Government and The FT’s Lucy Fisher to unpack the key issues and what we’ve learnt from his evidence.

And, the government has published emergency Rwanda legislation which makes clear that in UK law, Rwanda is a safe country for asylum seekers. Immigration Minister Robert Jenrick resigns, arguing the bill doesn’t go far enough. Adam and his guests react to this breaking news.

You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Today's Newscast was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Jack Maclaren with Gemma Roper, Hanna Ward and Sam McLaren. The technical producer was Michael Regaard. The senior news editors are Jonathan Aspinwall and Sam Bonham.

Rwanda Plan Takes Flight? Dec 05, 2023

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The home secretary, James Cleverly has signed a new asylum treaty with the Rwandan government in an attempt to address the concerns of the Supreme Court.

Adam is joined by former home office advisor Claire Pearsall and the BBC’s West Africa correspondent Mayeni Jones to unpack what’s in the treaty and why it matters.

And what’s happening at COP28? The BBC’s climate editor Justin Rowlatt and former political strategist to the UNFCC Tom Rivett-Carnac explain what has been going on at the climate conference. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Today's Newscast was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Chris Gray with Sam McLaren, Gemma Roper and Joe Wilkinson. The technical producer was Mike Regaard. The senior news editors are Jonathan Aspinwall and Sam Bonham.

How much is too much legal migration? Dec 04, 2023

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The home secretary, James Cleverly, has announced a five-point plan aimed at delivering the “biggest ever cut” in net migration to the UK. James looks at how different sectors might be impacted.

We hear from Lord Bilimoria, Founder and Chairman of Cobra Beer, Crossbench Peer and Vice President of the CBI who thinks this is an “economically illiterate” plan. And Nadra Ahmed, Chair of the National Care Association, who insists this will only heighten staff shortages. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Today's Newscast was presented by James Cook. It was made by Jack Maclaren with Natasa Simovic, Sam McLaren and Teodora Agarici. The technical producer was Mike Regaard. The senior news editors are Jonathan Aspinwall and Sam Bonham.

Keir Starmer’s Maggie Thatcher Splash Dec 03, 2023

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The Labour leader has said the former Tory leader effected "meaningful change” in the Sunday Telegraph. Paddy’s been speaking to him about why.

Also, as we head into the winter, Laura has been talking to the Health Secretary Victoria Atkins about whether the NHS is ready.

Today's Newscast was presented by Laura Kuenssberg, Paddy O’Connell and Henry Zeffman. It was made by Chris Flynn with Beth Ashmead Latham. The technical producer was Ricardo McCarthy. The senior news editors are Jonathan Aspinwall and Sam Bonham.

What’s Boris Johnson going to say at the Covid inquiry? Dec 02, 2023

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Former PM Boris Johnson will appear at the Covid inquiry next week, and journalists are being told what to expect. Laura and Paddy talk about his media management.

They also look back at a week in which Rishi Sunak cancelled a meeting with the Greek PM. We hear from Greece’s former finance minister Yanis Varoufakis on the issue at the heart of it - the Pantheon Sculptures.

And former Australian PM Julia Gillard is on from COP28 in Dubai to talk about what’s happening there, and her climate legacy in Australia.

You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Today's Newscast was presented by Laura Kuenssberg and Paddy O’Connell. It was made by Chris Flynn with Clare Williamson and Gemma Roper. The technical producer was Matt Dean. The senior news editors are Jonathan Aspinwall and Sam Bonham.

Royal Ties Dec 01, 2023

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Buckingham Palace says it's considering all options, after the King and Princess of Wales were identified as two members of the Royal Family who allegedly discussed the skin colour of Prince Harry and Meghan's son. The names appeared in a Dutch translation of a book which the author insists was an error. Adam speaks to BBC Royal Correspondent Jonny Diamond.

And King Charles is currently is at a major climate gathering in Dubai, where he’s warned COP28 delegates that the world is far off track from meeting key climate targets. All that while wearing a very interesting tie. Former Irish President Mary Robinson joins the pod.

You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Today's Newscast was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Jack Maclaren with Gemma Roper, Sam McLaren and Natasa Simovic. The technical producer was Matthew Dean. The senior news editors are Jonathan Aspinwall and Sam Bonham.

Sadiq Khan on Alistair Darling, COP and Xmas Trees Nov 30, 2023

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Adam chats to Labour Mayor of London Sadiq Khan about Alistair Darling, COP28, Ulez and the Trafalgar Square Christmas tree.

And as Matt Hancock faces the Covid inquiry, Chris and former civil servant Jill Rutter give their analysis.

You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere

Today's Newscast was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Jack Maclaren with Gemma Roper. The senior news editors are Jonathan Aspinwall and Sam Bonham.

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