Angela Rayner

Sir Keir Starmer urged to shake up his top team. Why do senior Labour MPs want Angela Rayner in a new role? How a potential reshuffle could be a boost for Labour. From Westminster, our Chief Political Correspondent Rachael Burford analyses Sir Keir Starmer’s options for his number two. In this episode:Why does Angela Rayner’s cause Sir Keir Starmer a headache?The new cabinet role Labour MPs want her to take onWhen might Sir Keir carry out a reshuffle?Could a reshuffle benefit Labour’s image?Follow us on Twitter or on Threads. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

<a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/news/politics/reshuffle-pressure-sir-keir-deputy-angela-rayner-minister-b1100496.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Sir Keir Starmer urged to shake up his top team</a>. Why do senior Labour MPs want Angela Rayner in a new role? How a potential reshuffle could be a boost for Labour. From Westminster, our Chief Political Correspondent Rachael Burford analyses Sir Keir Starmer’s options for his number two. In this episode: <ul><li>Why does Angela Rayner’s cause Sir Keir Starmer a headache?</li><li>The new cabinet role Labour MPs want her to take on</li><li>When might Sir Keir carry out a reshuffle?</li><li>Could a reshuffle benefit Labour’s image?</li></ul> Follow us<a href="https://twitter.com/EveningStandard" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank"> on Twitter</a> or<a href="https://www.threads.net/@evening.standard" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank"> on Threads</a>. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

What is Angela Rayner’s future in Labour?

On a small farm in Chinsali, in Zambia’s far northeast, girls are learning new farming techniques in the hopes of saving our planet.Ros Russell presents a special episode as part of the Let Girls Learn series, where the Evening Standard is hearing stories from around the globe that shine a light on innovations and solutions that are helping girls to fulfil their right to healthy, productive futures.You can learn more about Let Girls Learn on the Evening Standard website here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On a small farm in Chinsali, in Zambia’s far northeast, girls are learning new farming techniques in the hopes of saving our planet.Ros Russell presents a special episode as part of the Let Girls Learn series, where the Evening Standard is hearing stories from around the globe that shine a light on innovations and solutions that are helping girls to fulfil their right to healthy, productive futures.You can learn more about <a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/optimist/let-girls-learn" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Let Girls Learn on the Evening Standard website here.</a> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Leader Weekends: Let Girls Learn (Fighting Climate Change)

The Evening Standard's sports team takes over the podcast ahead of an extraordinary weekend of football. The Premier League kicks off without Harry Kane after Tottenham agreed a £100million deal with Bayern Munich. Meanwhile pressure's growing on Mikel Arteta at Arsenal following the club's multi-million pound player buys in the pre-season.  And in Australia, England face Columbia in the quarter finals of the Women's World Cup. But they'll have to do it without Lauren James who was sent off in their last 16 game against Nigeria. This episode is hosted by our chief football correspondent Dan Kilpatrick with the Evening Standard's Nizaar Kinsella in London and Simon Collings reporting from Australia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Evening Standard's sports team takes over the podcast ahead of an extraordinary weekend of football. The Premier League kicks off without Harry Kane after Tottenham agreed a £100million deal with Bayern Munich. Meanwhile pressure's growing on Mikel Arteta at Arsenal following the club's multi-million pound player buys in the pre-season.  And in Australia, England face Columbia in the quarter finals of the Women's World Cup. But they'll have to do it without Lauren James who was sent off in their last 16 game against Nigeria. This episode is hosted by our chief football correspondent Dan Kilpatrick with the Evening Standard's Nizaar Kinsella in London and Simon Collings reporting from Australia. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

The Premier League's back, and England in the Women's World Cup

Rail passengers on commuter routes into London could face hefty fare increases in the new year forecast to add hundreds of pounds to season tickets even while inflation is falling.It comes amid growing passenger criticism of services often hobbled by strikes, delays, cancellations and timetable cutbacks.Yearly national rail ticket price rises are normally closely linked to Retail Price Index inflation, as measured the previous July.But last year as inflation soared, ministers ditched the RPI formula - plus or minus one per cent - to avoid a massive 12.3 per cent increase.Instead, they pegged that fare rise to average earnings growth and came up with a ticket hike figure of 5.9 per cent, delayed from January until March.At the time, the Government insisted the new method of calculation was “for this year only” - and now faces a similar dilemma, with the RPI in June at 10.7 per cent, which has since fallen slightly.The Department for Transport says ministers seek to “strike a balance between supporting mainline passengers and keeping our railways running”, however officials are still weighing up how to levy the new year fare hikes.The Leader podcast’s joined by Christian Wolmar, transport journalist and presenter of the Calling All Stations podcast, who’s written an analysis on the subject for Thursday’s Evening Standard.So, is it still possible to find commuter season ticket bargains? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rail passengers on commuter routes into London could face hefty fare increases in the new year forecast to add hundreds of pounds to season tickets even while inflation is falling.It comes amid growing passenger criticism of services often hobbled by strikes, delays, cancellations and timetable cutbacks.Yearly national rail ticket price rises are normally closely linked to Retail Price Index inflation, as measured the previous July.But last year as inflation soared, ministers ditched the RPI formula - plus or minus one per cent - to avoid a massive 12.3 per cent increase.Instead, they pegged that fare rise to average earnings growth and came up with a ticket hike figure of 5.9 per cent, delayed from January until March.At the time, the Government insisted the new method of calculation was “for this year only” - and now faces a similar dilemma, with the RPI in June at 10.7 per cent, which has since fallen slightly.The Department for Transport says ministers seek to “strike a balance between supporting mainline passengers and keeping our railways running”, however officials are still weighing up how to levy the new year fare hikes.The Leader podcast’s joined by Christian Wolmar, transport journalist and presenter of the Calling All Stations podcast, who’s written an analysis on the subject for Thursday’s Evening Standard.So, is it still possible to find commuter season ticket bargains? Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Rail fare hikes: How much will you have to pay? 

There is fresh turmoil among London’s Conservatives as the party launches a probe into its electoral operations in the capital.Voters will likely go to the polls both nationally and in London in 2024. Now the internal review, news of which was broken by LBC, comes just weeks after Susan Hall’s selection as the Conservatives’ London mayoral candidate.The investigation will focus on the “structures, processes, and organisation of the Conservative Party in London”, but senior Tories also want party chairman Greg Hands to ensure the inquiry covers the selection process to choose their London mayoral candidate.However, Richard Barnes, the former Conservative deputy mayor of London, told LBC that the probe risked “totally undermining her position”.It comes after the Conservatives’ surprise by-election win, by 495 votes, last month in Boris Johnson’s former constituency of Uxbridge and South Ruislip.For the latest, The Leader podcast is joined by Evening Standard political editor Nicholas Cecil. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There is fresh turmoil among London’s Conservatives as the party launches a probe into its electoral operations in the capital.Voters will likely go to the polls both nationally and in London in 2024. Now the internal review, news of which was broken by LBC, comes just weeks after Susan Hall’s selection as the Conservatives’ London mayoral candidate.The investigation will focus on the “structures, processes, and organisation of the Conservative Party in London”, but senior Tories also want party chairman Greg Hands to ensure the inquiry covers the selection process to choose their London mayoral candidate.However, Richard Barnes, the former Conservative deputy mayor of London, told LBC that the probe risked “totally undermining her position”.It comes after the Conservatives’ surprise by-election win, by 495 votes, last month in Boris Johnson’s former constituency of Uxbridge and South Ruislip.For the latest, The Leader podcast is joined by Evening Standard political editor Nicholas Cecil. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Investigation into Tories’ London election strategy

New UN climate chief Professor Jim Skea issues warning to world leaders in exclusive interview. Politicians “will be judged” on delivery of net zero strategy. Leaders urged to “stick to” shift from petrol and diesel cars to EVs. Our Political Editor Nicholas Cecil explains the warnings issued by new IPCC Chair Professor Jim Skea, that climate change is happening faster than experts predicted.  In this episode:Warning climate change is happening faster than expectedHow opening new oil reserves leads to “very difficult choices” for future governmentsJust Stop Oil ‘keep fossil fuels on the agenda’ but risk ‘alienating’ publicHow cities have more power to make change than governmentsWill leaders listen to Professor Skea’s warnings?Follow us on Twitter or on Threads. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

<a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/news/politics/net-zero-strategy-un-climate-change-professor-jim-skea-b1099325.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">New UN climate chief Professor Jim Skea issues warning to world leaders in exclusive interview</a>. Politicians “will be judged” on delivery of net zero strategy. Leaders urged to “stick to” shift from petrol and diesel cars to EVs. Our Political Editor Nicholas Cecil explains the warnings issued by new IPCC Chair Professor Jim Skea, that climate change is happening faster than experts predicted.  In this episode: <ul><li>Warning climate change is happening faster than expected</li><li>How opening new oil reserves leads to “very difficult choices” for future governments</li><li>Just Stop Oil ‘keep fossil fuels on the agenda’ but risk ‘alienating’ public</li><li>How cities have more power to make change than governments</li><li>Will leaders listen to Professor Skea’s warnings?</li></ul> Follow us<a href="https://twitter.com/EveningStandard" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank"> on Twitter</a> or<a href="https://www.threads.net/@evening.standard" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank"> on Threads</a>. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Exclusive: World leaders urged to stop Earth burning

There’s just weeks to go until London’s expanded Ultra Low Emission Zone is brought into force.So, how ready is the capital for the biggest - and most expensive - set of rules impacting motorists since the Congestion Charge? It comes after hundreds of doctors urged politicians to toughen their stance on plans to tackle toxic air, saying they witness the “devastating health consequences” of pollution every day in the consulting room.Now, London’s getting ready for the city-wide, £12,50 daily charge for owners whose vehicles do not meet exhaust emissions requirements from 29 August.Critics say it will unfairly penalise poorer motorists living in outer London, who cannot rely on suburban public transport.So, what further measures do cities like London need to take for to cut toxic air - and reduce deaths and illness linked to pollution?To discover more, The Leader podcast is joined by Oliver Lord, head of UK for the Clean Cities Campaign. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There’s just weeks to go until London’s expanded Ultra Low Emission Zone is brought into force.So, how ready is the capital for the biggest - and most expensive - set of rules impacting motorists since the Congestion Charge? It comes after hundreds of doctors urged politicians to toughen their stance on plans to tackle toxic air, saying they witness the “devastating health consequences” of pollution every day in the consulting room.Now, London’s getting ready for the city-wide, £12,50 daily charge for owners whose vehicles do not meet exhaust emissions requirements from 29 August.Critics say it will unfairly penalise poorer motorists living in outer London, who cannot rely on suburban public transport.So, what further measures do cities like London need to take for to cut toxic air - and reduce deaths and illness linked to pollution?To discover more, The Leader podcast is joined by Oliver Lord, head of UK for the Clean Cities Campaign. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Ulez countdown: Toxic air is London’s big public health risk

Kraft Heinz

Rafael Oliveira is International Markets President at Kraft Heinz, which has operations in more than 50 countries. Now based in London, he started life in Rio de Janeiro where he says the democracy of the beach taught him how to negotiate with people from different backgrounds. To hear the full How to be a CEO episode, click this link. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rafael Oliveira is International Markets President at Kraft Heinz, which has operations in more than 50 countries. Now based in London, he started life in Rio de Janeiro where he says the democracy of the beach taught him how to negotiate with people from different backgrounds. <a href="https://pod.fo/e/18ede5" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">To hear the full How to be a CEO episode, click this link.</a> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Leader Weekends: How to be a CEO (Kraft Heinz’s Rafael Oliveira)

Donald Trump

Donald Trump has pleaded not guilty to charges of orchestrating a plot to overturn his 2020 election loss - in what prosecutors call an effort to undermine American democracy. It’s the third time the former president's pleaded not guilty in a court in four months, and faces federal charges with a possible 20-year jail term attached, while pushing on with hopes of becoming Republican candidate in the 2024 White House race.Trump once more slammed the legal process as politically-motivated after the short arraignment at a Washington DC court hearing.It took place half a mile from the Capitol, the building his supporters stormed on 6 January 2021 in a bid to stop Congress from certifying defeat to Joe Biden.For the latest, The Leader podcast is joined from parliament by Evening Standard deputy political editor Jitendra Joshi.We discuss legal icebergs ahead, the intersection with campaigning for the Republican presidential nomination and how a Trump re-match against Biden could shape up. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Donald Trump has pleaded not guilty to charges of orchestrating a plot to overturn his 2020 election loss - in what prosecutors call an effort to undermine American democracy. It’s the third time the former president's pleaded not guilty in a court in four months, and faces federal charges with a possible 20-year jail term attached, while pushing on with hopes of becoming Republican candidate in the 2024 White House race.Trump once more slammed the legal process as politically-motivated after the short arraignment at a Washington DC court hearing.It took place half a mile from the Capitol, the building his supporters stormed on 6 January 2021 in a bid to stop Congress from certifying defeat to Joe Biden.For the latest, The Leader podcast is joined from parliament by Evening Standard deputy political editor Jitendra Joshi.We discuss legal icebergs ahead, the intersection with campaigning for the Republican presidential nomination and how a Trump re-match against Biden could shape up. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

What’s next for trial of Donald Trump?

Evening Standard investigation reveals cocaine seizures in London soared over 1,500 per cent in the past decade.Usage has become so prevalent that there’s even cocaine traces in the capital’s waste water amid a “glut” of the Class A drug.Metropolitan Police data shows officers seized over a ton of powdered cocaine with an estimated street value of £105 million last year - the most on record.Experts say the drug, once a preserve of the wealthy and middle classes, is now so common it is viewed as more “socially acceptable” despite links to violent crime, heart attacks, stroke and depression - coupled with its smuggling journey of violence and misery to the UK.So who’s fuelling London’s cocaine boom, are police struggling to get a grip on the menace - and is it time for a rethink in drugs strategy?The Leader podcast is joined by Evening Standard crime correspondent Anthony France.We discuss violent gang links to the drug trade, county lines connections, how smugglers are busted and cocaine’s pervasiveness despite the health risks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Evening Standard investigation reveals cocaine seizures in London soared over 1,500 per cent in the past decade.Usage has become so prevalent that there’s even cocaine traces in the capital’s waste water amid a “glut” of the Class A drug.Metropolitan Police data shows officers seized over a ton of powdered cocaine with an estimated street value of £105 million last year - the most on record.Experts say the drug, once a preserve of the wealthy and middle classes, is now so common it is viewed as more “socially acceptable” despite links to violent crime, heart attacks, stroke and depression - coupled with its smuggling journey of violence and misery to the UK.So who’s fuelling London’s cocaine boom, are police struggling to get a grip on the menace - and is it time for a rethink in drugs strategy?The Leader podcast is joined by Evening Standard crime correspondent Anthony France.We discuss violent gang links to the drug trade, county lines connections, how smugglers are busted and cocaine’s pervasiveness despite the health risks. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Cocaine busts in London record high

Released at 4pm on the day of recording, the Leader podcast brings you the latest news, analysis and interviews from the Evening Standard.  Our journalists, editors and columnists will take you through the day’s events, helping you understand what’s happening during these extraordinary times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Released at 4pm on the day of recording, the Leader podcast brings you the latest news, analysis and interviews from the Evening Standard.  Our journalists, editors and columnists will take you through the day’s events, helping you understand what’s happening during these extraordinary times. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

The Leader | Evening Standard daily

When will the UK come out of coronavirus lockdown? The government has extended restrictions for a further three weeks, but given no hint of an exit plan. Demands for Downing Street to reveal a strategy have grown stronger after Germany became the latest country to detail how it will lift self-isolation rules starting from next week. The Evening Standard’s political editor Joe Murphy says Boris Johnson’s continued absence could be one of the reasons why the UK is delaying.New York’s governor, Andrew Cuomo, has said from Friday the public will be ordered to wear face masks in public - and he's willing to impose civil penalties for anyone breaking the rules. However, messaging from the scientific community on the efficacy of face masks appears divided. The Leader podcast speaks to Dr Babak Javid from Cambridge and Tsinghua Universities - should the UK follow New York and enforce the wearing of face masks? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When will the UK come out of coronavirus<a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/news/uk/how-long-coronavirus-lockdown-last-a4415731.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank"> lockdown</a>? The government <a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/news/uk/coronavirus-uk-live-latest-updates-covid19-cases-toll-a4415656.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">has extended restrictions for a further three weeks</a>, but given no hint of an exit plan. Demands for Downing Street to reveal <a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/comment/comment/evening-standard-comment-we-need-a-clear-process-for-extending-lockdown-buy-a-rainbow-of-hope-a4416001.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">a strategy</a> have grown stronger after Germany became the latest country to detail how it will lift self-isolation rules starting from next week. The Evening Standard’s political editor Joe Murphy says Boris Johnson’s continued absence could be one of the reasons why the UK is delaying.New York’s governor, Andrew Cuomo, has said <a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/news/health/new-york-residents-ordered-wear-masks-face-coverings-public-a4415926.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">from Friday the public will be ordered to wear face masks</a> in public - and he's willing to impose civil penalties for anyone breaking the rules. However, messaging from the scientific community on the efficacy of face masks appears divided. The Leader podcast speaks to Dr Babak Javid from Cambridge and Tsinghua Universities - should the UK follow New York and enforce the wearing of face masks? Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

UK Coronavirus lockdown extended - now we need an exit plan

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex sent shockwaves around the world when they announced their desire to step back from ‘senior’ roles in the royal family. It has since emerged that Prince Harry defied both the Queen and Prince Charles in releasing the statement when he did. The move is dramatic, unprecedented, and controversially-timed with the Duchess of Cambridge’s birthday. Was it the right thing to do? The Evening Standard’s royal editor, Robert Jobson joins The Leader podcast to discuss the on the timeline that led to an historic announcement – and the earthquake it’s sent through Buckingham PalaceRe-launching a new Royal brand:There has been much media speculation about the Duchess of Sussex’s role in the couple’s decision. Evening Standard columnist Anne McElvoy met Meghan Markle recently, and joins The Leader podcast with her impressions – was she a rebel desperate to escape ‘the firm’?Royals in America:Harry and Meghan have said they plan to balance their time between the UK and North America. Much has been made of a possible move to Canada, perhaps Toronto. However the Evening Standard’s US correspondent David Gardner says it seems the royal couple have another major coastal city in mind – and it’s even further away. Listen to the podcast to find out where it is, and how George Clooney and Oprah Winfrey might have had a hand in the Sussex’s decision.Subscribe to find us every week day from 4pm.TRANSCRIPT:David Marsland  Thanks for listening to The Leader and before we start, thanks to the Publisher Podcast Awards who've just shortlisted us in their best news and current affairs category, they're following the leader and you can too by subscribing through your podcast provider. Now, from the Evening Standard in London, this is The Leader.Hi, I'm David Marsland. This is the inside story of how Harry defied the Queen to say he and Meghan acquitting the Royal family.Robert Jobson  What was clear, very clear is that she told Harry that he did not want him going public about any of these possible future plans until they've been fully discussed. Well, he didDavid Marsland  Our Royal editor Robert Johnson on the timeline that led to an historic announcement and the earthquake it sent through Buckingham Palace. Also,Anne McElvoy  The presence of Meghan Markel, the Duchess of Sussex in the equation is clearly a catalyst for something that's been very dramatic. But I don't think it's fair to say he's been led by his wife,David Marsland  Standard columnist and senior editor of The Economist Anne McElvoy speaks to The Leader about her meeting with Meghan last year. Were there any signs of what was to come? And...David Gardner  Meghan has been discussing the move with her celebrity friends. People like George Clooney, Oprah Winfrey, they've been very critical about the kind of treatment to that Meghan and Harry have had at the hands of the British mediaDavid Marsland  From LA or US correspondent David Gardner and how the couple appear to be planning to build a base and perhaps a... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex sent shockwaves around the world when they announced their desire to<a href=" https://www.standard.co.uk/news/uk/harry-meghan-step-back-senior-members-royal-family-a4329931.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank"> step back from ‘senior’ roles in the royal family</a>. It has since emerged that Prince Harry <a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/news/uk/prince-harry-queen-meghan-markle-defied-plans-senior-royals-a4330341.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">defied both the Queen</a> and Prince Charles in releasing the statement when he did. The move is dramatic, unprecedented, and controversially-timed with the Duchess of Cambridge’s birthday. Was it the right thing to do? The Evening Standard’s royal editor, Robert Jobson joins <a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/comment/comment/evening-standard-comment-harry-and-meghan-right-intentions-wrong-plan-a4330366.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">The Leader</a> podcast to discuss the on the timeline that led to an historic announcement – and the earthquake it’s sent through Buckingham Palace<a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/lifestyle/london-life/how-meghan-markle-prince-harry-will-build-their-new-brand-a4330346.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Re-launching a new Royal brand:</a>There has been much media speculation about the Duchess of Sussex’s role in the couple’s decision. Evening Standard columnist Anne McElvoy met Meghan Markle recently, and joins The Leader podcast with her impressions – was she a rebel desperate to escape ‘the firm’?Royals in America:Harry and Meghan have said they plan to balance their time between the UK and North America. Much has been made of a possible move to Canada, perhaps Toronto. However the Evening Standard’s US correspondent David Gardner says it seems the royal couple have another major coastal city in mind – and it’s even further away. Listen to the podcast to find out where it is, and how George Clooney and Oprah Winfrey might have had a hand in the Sussex’s decision.Subscribe to find us every week day from 4pm.TRANSCRIPT:David Marsland  Thanks for listening to The Leader and before we start, thanks to the Publisher Podcast Awards who've just shortlisted us in their best news and current affairs category, they're following the leader and you can too by subscribing through your podcast provider. Now, from the Evening Standard in London, this is The Leader.Hi, I'm David Marsland. This is the inside story of how Harry defied the Queen to say he and Meghan acquitting the Royal family.Robert Jobson  What was clear, very clear is that she told Harry that he did not want him going public about any of these possible future plans until they've been fully discussed. Well, he didDavid Marsland  Our Royal editor Robert Johnson on the timeline that led to an historic announcement and the earthquake it sent through Buckingham Palace. Also,Anne McElvoy  The presence of Meghan Markel, the Duchess of Sussex in the equation is clearly a catalyst for something that's been very dramatic. But I don't think it's fair to say he's been led by his wife,David Marsland  Standard columnist and senior editor of The Economist Anne McElvoy speaks to The Leader about her meeting with Meghan last year. Were there any signs of what was to come? And...David Gardner  Meghan has been discussing the move with her celebrity friends. People like George Clooney, Oprah Winfrey, they've been very critical about the kind of treatment to that Meghan and Harry have had at the hands of the British mediaDavid Marsland  From LA or US correspondent David Gardner and how the couple appear to be planning to build a base and perhaps a... Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Meghan and Harry defied the Queen to ‘quit’ royal family. What happens now?

George Osborne

In today’s election special we bring you the latest from our newsroom, analyse the results and discuss the Prime Minister’s next steps after winning a massive Commons majority.Boris Johnson has led the Conservatives to victory, crushing Labour, breaking the ‘red wall’ and securing his position as Prime Minister. The Conservatives now have the largest majority of any government in the last 18 years, bigger even than Margaret Thatcher’s in 1983.Evening Standard Editor George Osborne, Londoner Editor Ayesha Hazarika and Associate Editor Julian Glover were following the election drama through the night, and join The Leader podcast for this special edition to offer their analysis of this seismic shift in the British political landscape.What does Boris Johnson’s enormous majority mean for Brexit and the UK economy? And what can Labour do now in the face of such a dramatic loss? Listen to the podcast to find out.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today’s election special we bring you the latest from our newsroom, analyse the results and discuss the Prime Minister’s next steps after winning a massive Commons majority.Boris Johnson has led the Conservatives to <a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/news/politics/boris-johnson-general-election-victory-speech-conservative-party-a4312646.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">victory</a>, <a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/news/politics/conservatives-win-general-election-majority-a4312556.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">crushing Labour</a>, breaking the ‘red wall’ and securing his position as Prime Minister. The Conservatives now have the largest <a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/news/politics/general-election-results-tracker-2019-map-a4311936.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">majority</a> of any government in the last 18 years, bigger even than Margaret Thatcher’s in 1983.Evening Standard Editor George Osborne, Londoner Editor Ayesha Hazarika and Associate Editor Julian Glover were following the election drama through the night, and join <a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/comment/comment/evening-standard-comment-a-big-boris-victory-here-s-how-to-keep-it-a4312831.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">The Leader</a> podcast for this special edition to offer their analysis of this seismic shift in the British political landscape.What does Boris Johnson’s enormous majority mean for Brexit and the UK economy? And what can Labour do now in the face of such a dramatic loss? Listen to the podcast to find out. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Election special: George Osborne on Boris, Brexit and the Tories’ big win - plus what now for Labour?

The biggest party of the year is taking place in London this evening, as The Evening Standard celebrates the most influential people in the city at the Progress 1000.In today’s episode our deputy editor Charlotte Ross and Associate Editor Julian Glover discuss what it takes to make it on to the Progress 1000 list.  We also speak with the Evening Standard’s Home Affairs editor Martin Bentham about the Taser stun guns that 10,000 Met officers are being equipped with – do they need them?Also, following an unprecedented, sold-out tour which raised £3 million for 80 theatres through the UK, Sir Ian McKellen’s 80th birthday theatre journey returned to London for 80 further performances and now it’s at the Harold Pinter Theatre.  All profits from the show will be donated to 10 charities which raise vital funds for a cross section of people involved in the arts. It’s directed by Sean Matthias. Our own critic Nick Curtis gave it five stars. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Acast and wherever you listen. Join the conversation on Twitter at #TheLeaderPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The biggest party of the year is taking place in London this evening, as The Evening Standard celebrates the most influential people in the city at the Progress 1000.In today’s episode our deputy editor Charlotte Ross and Associate Editor Julian Glover discuss what it takes to make it on to the Progress 1000 list.  We also speak with the Evening Standard’s Home Affairs editor Martin Bentham about the Taser stun guns that 10,000 Met officers are being equipped with – do they need them?Also, following an unprecedented, sold-out tour which raised £3 million for 80 theatres through the UK, Sir Ian McKellen’s 80th birthday theatre journey returned to London for 80 further performances and now it’s at the Harold Pinter Theatre.  All profits from the show will be donated to 10 charities which raise vital funds for a cross section of people involved in the arts. It’s directed by Sean Matthias. Our own critic Nick Curtis gave it five stars. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Acast and wherever you listen. Join the conversation on Twitter at <a href="www.twitter.com/hashtag/theleaderpodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">#TheLeaderPodcast</a> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

London’s Progress powerhouse

As NHS England announces a record 561 deaths with coronavirus in a single day, the government faces relentless pressure to fix its testing ‘fiasco’. On Thursday the UK Health Secretary Matt Hancock announced his five-point plan to “press the accelerator” on coronavirus tests. But is it enough, and can the government make good on their promises? The Evening Standard’s Health Editor joins The Leader podcast to discuss what the government’s plan means, and why increased testing is so vital.Big Issue MagazineA week ago, the government ordered local councils to house rough sleepers within 48 hours in response to the coronavirus crisis. But many are still living on the streets. Big Issue founder Lord Bird joins The Leader podcast to discuss why, despite the complexities that authorities now face, this could be the moment we end rough sleeping the UK for good. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As NHS England announces a record 561 deaths with coronavirus in a single day, the government faces relentless pressure to fix its testing ‘fiasco’. On Thursday the UK Health Secretary Matt Hancock announced his five-point plan to <a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/news/health/matt-hancock-coronavirus-tests-five-point-plan-a4405066.html?utm_medium=Social&amp;utm_source=Twitter#Echobox=1585825667 " rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">“press the accelerator” </a>on coronavirus tests. But is it enough, and can the government make good on their promises? The Evening Standard’s Health Editor joins The Leader podcast to discuss what the government’s plan means, and why increased testing is so vital.Big Issue MagazineA week ago, the government ordered local councils to house rough sleepers within 48 hours in response to the coronavirus crisis. But many are still living on the streets. <a href="https://www.bigissue.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Big Issue</a> founder Lord Bird joins The Leader podcast to discuss why, despite the complexities that authorities now face, this could be the moment we end rough sleeping the UK for good. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Record deaths in a day - NOW will UK fix the testing fiasco? Plus, how coronavirus ‘could end rough sleeping’

Rory Stewart

Rory Stewart writes in today’s Evening Standard that he ‘guarantees’ to reduce knife crime deaths in London if elected mayor – and has volunteered to resign if he fails. The Leader podcast speaks exclusively with the London Mayoral candidate to grill him on his claims. The Sandringham Summit:Prince Harry and Meghan Markle faced a crunch summit today with the Queen, the Prince of Wales, The Duke of Cambridge Prince William and other senior royals. The subject: Harry’s future in the royal family following his and Meghan’s shock ‘resignation’ last week, and who will pay for it.An exclusive report in the Evening Standard reveals that Justin Trudeau has privately assured the Queen that Canadian taxpayers will foot the bill for the Duke and Duchess’s security while in the country. The author of that report, Royal Editor Robert Jobson, joins The Leader podcast to discuss Harry and Meghan’s future, and how Trudeau’s promise will go down in Canada.Flybe collapse:Europe’s largest regional carrier Flybe is reportedly on the brink of collapse, leaving around 2,000 jobs at risk. Travel journalist Simon Calder joins The Leader podcast to discuss what this means for passengers.TRANSCRIPT:David Marsland  Welcome to The Leader the Evening Standards daily news, analysis and commentary podcast. It's released at 4pm every day, make sure you get it on time by subscribing through your preferred podcast provider. Now from the Evening Standard in London, this is The Leader.Hi, I'm David Marsland, Rory Stewart's spoken to the Leader about his ambitions to be London mayor and lay down a challenge to Boris Johnson. Rory Stewart  I can criticize Labour, I can criticize Conservatives. The only thing that I care about is sorting out London. So I can say to Boris Johnson deliver those 6,600 police officers. You said you're going to do it. We want them now. David Marsland  He speaks about his commitment to bring down knife crime in the city. And will he really resign if he can't. Also...Robert Jobson  The Queen is the queen of Canada and this is her grandson, a of the relm, the Prime Minister's said that he will make sure that he's safe.David Marsland  Royal editor Robert Johnson as Harry is summoned to meet the Queen over he and Megan's resignation from the family and our exclusive report on Canada offering to pay for the rebel couple security and...Simon Calder  it's been going through a pretty rough time in terms of the slump in Sterling after the Brexit vote which means that their costs which are in US dollars have increased David Marsland  Travel journalist Simon... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rory Stewart <a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/news/crime/thousands-more-officers-needed-to-cut-crime-says-rory-stewart-a4332886.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">writes in today’s Evening Standard</a> that he ‘guarantees’ to reduce knife <a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/comment/comment/rory-stewart-i-m-running-to-be-an-independent-mayor-and-together-we-can-fix-the-problems-of-this-a4254086.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">crime deaths in London if elected </a>mayor – and has volunteered to resign if he fails. The Leader podcast speaks exclusively with the London Mayoral candidate to grill him on his claims. The Sandringham Summit:Prince Harry and Meghan Markle <a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/news/uk/prince-harry-meghan-markle-sussexes-queen-live-a4332556.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">faced a crunch summit today</a> with the Queen, the Prince of Wales, The Duke of Cambridge Prince William and other senior royals. The subject: <a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/news/uk/prince-harry-meghan-markle-queen-summit-a4332531.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Harry’s future in the royal family</a> following his and Meghan’s shock ‘resignation’ last week, and who will pay for it.An exclusive report in the Evening Standard reveals that Justin Trudeau has privately assured the Queen that Canadian taxpayers will foot the bill for the Duke and Duchess’s security while in the country. The author of that report, Royal Editor Robert Jobson, joins The Leader podcast to discuss Harry and Meghan’s future, and how Trudeau’s promise will go down in Canada.Flybe collapse:Europe’s largest regional carrier <a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/topic/flybe" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Flybe</a> is reportedly <a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/business/flybe-report-collapse-2000-jobs-a4332536.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">on the brink of collapse</a>, leaving around 2,000 jobs at risk. Travel journalist Simon Calder joins The Leader podcast to discuss <a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/lifestyle/travel/flybe-administration-flights-cancelled-compensation-refund-information-a4332761.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">what this means</a> for passengers.TRANSCRIPT:David Marsland  Welcome to The Leader the Evening Standards daily news, analysis and commentary podcast. It's released at 4pm every day, make sure you get it on time by subscribing through your preferred podcast provider. Now from the Evening Standard in London, this is The Leader.Hi, I'm David Marsland, Rory Stewart's spoken to the Leader about his ambitions to be London mayor and lay down a challenge to Boris Johnson. Rory Stewart  I can criticize Labour, I can criticize Conservatives. The only thing that I care about is sorting out London. So I can say to Boris Johnson deliver those 6,600 police officers. You said you're going to do it. We want them now. David Marsland  He speaks about his commitment to bring down knife crime in the city. And will he really resign if he can't. Also...Robert Jobson  The Queen is the queen of Canada and this is her grandson, a of the relm, the Prime Minister's said that he will make sure that he's safe.David Marsland  Royal editor Robert Johnson as Harry is summoned to meet the Queen over he and Megan's resignation from the family and our exclusive report on Canada offering to pay for the rebel couple security and...Simon Calder  it's been going through a pretty rough time in terms of the slump in Sterling after the Brexit vote which means that their costs which are in US dollars have increased David Marsland  Travel journalist Simon... Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Rory Stewart interview exclusive; Prince Harry’s Sandringham summit with the Queen; & Flybe ‘bust’ fears

It’s been a big day for Boris Johnson - so much so that his leader’s speech at the Conservative Party Conference was only the second most important thing in his diary. Immediately after his address in Manchester, the Prime Minister published details of the Brexit deal he is offering the EU. In today’s episode of The Leader podcast Julian Glover dissects the Prime Minister’s big speech, how it relates to his brexit plan, and why Sajid Javid could now be next in line to Number 10 should the conservatives find themselves seeking a new leader.Also, Martin Bentham discusses Scotland Yard’s plans for new legal powers to stop Extinction Rebellion and other protesters bringing parts of the capital to a standstill. Visit Standard.co.uk for more news, comment and analysisGet in touch - use #TheLeaderPodcast on twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s been a big day for Boris Johnson - so much so that his leader’s speech at the Conservative Party Conference was only the second most important thing in his diary. Immediately after his address in Manchester, the Prime Minister published details of the Brexit deal he is offering the EU. In today’s episode of The Leader podcast Julian Glover dissects the Prime Minister’s big speech, how it relates to his brexit plan, and why Sajid Javid could now be next in line to Number 10 should the conservatives find themselves seeking a new leader.Also, Martin Bentham discusses Scotland Yard’s plans for new legal powers to stop Extinction Rebellion and other protesters bringing parts of the capital to a standstill. Visit <a href="http://Standard.co.uk" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Standard.co.uk</a> for more news, comment and analysisGet in touch - use #TheLeaderPodcast on twitter Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Tory conference feels like a sideshow to Brexit - but ignore it at your peril

The BBC is under fire again, with the government apparently boycotting the Radio 4 Today programme, and critics accusing it of bias. The Evening Standard’s reporting BBC bosses are planning a big expansion of broadcasts outside of London to show the broadcaster’s listening to the whole of Britain, but with attacks also being lobbed at the license fee, is this now the time for a much wider modernisation programme? The Leader talks to our comments editor, Susannah Butter.Also, we reveal the extraordinary story of the late Standard film critic Alexander Walker who quietly amassed a huge art collection including works by Picasso and Hockney. Our arts correspondent Robert Dex tells us how when experts when to Mr Walker’s small flat in Maida Vale they discovered valuable pieces leaning on the kitchen sink, and propped up in a cupboard next to the vacuum cleaner. The entire collection is now to go on display at the British Museum.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The BBC is under fire again, with the government apparently boycotting the Radio 4 Today programme, and critics accusing it of bias. The <a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/news/uk/bbc-general-election-fight-back-midlands-north-a4314611.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Evening Standard’s reporting</a> BBC bosses are planning a big expansion of broadcasts outside of London to show the broadcaster’s listening to the whole of Britain, but with attacks also being lobbed at the license fee, is this now the time for a much wider modernisation programme? The Leader talks to our comments editor, Susannah Butter.Also, <a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/go/london/arts/alexander-walker-picasso-celmins-british-museum-a4314361.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">we reveal the extraordinary story</a> of the late Standard film critic Alexander Walker who quietly amassed a huge art collection including works by Picasso and Hockney. Our arts correspondent Robert Dex tells us how when experts when to Mr Walker’s small flat in Maida Vale they discovered valuable pieces leaning on the kitchen sink, and propped up in a cupboard next to the vacuum cleaner. The entire collection is now to go on display at the British Museum.  Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Why the BBC must reform; plus the secret art collection discovered in a small London flat

Boris Johnson is calling for the nuclear pact with Iran to be replaced with a new “Trump deal”. In an interview with the BBC, he says it’s time to “dial down” tension in the Middle East, after the US assassination of Iranian general Quasem Soleimani. The Evening Standard’s deputy political editor Nicholas Cecil’s covering the story and joins The Leader podcast. Harry and Meghan’s possible future home:Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are borrowing a $14 million mansion on Vancouver Island while their future is finalised. ES Magazine Editor-in-Chief Laura Weir wrote a piece in the Evening Standard today revealing why the destination is so desirable, and joins the podcast to discuss why the it could be the perfect place for the Sussexes to make a new life. BTS x Serpentine collaboration:Korean pop group BTS – the biggest boyband in the world – are releasing an art exhibition at the Serpentine Gallery in London, the Evening Standard’s Arts Correspondent Robert Dex joins The Leader podcast to explain the motive behind the unusual move.TRANSCRIPT:David Marsland  From the Evening Standard in London, this is The LeaderHi I'm David Marsland, Boris Johnson's told America and Iran to dial it down and make a dealNicholas Cecil  Mr. Johnson did praise Mr Trump as a great deal maker,David Marsland  Our deputy political editor Nicholas Cecile and the Prime Minister surprise intervention into US politics, also:Laura Weir  The ones I saw were pretty massive, you know, they're these amazing beautiful wooden structures often like mansions with, you know, various entrances for boats to more and platforms for people to dive off and BBQ gardens and terraces. David Marsland  We speak to ES magazine editor in chief Laura Weir about her time in the same area Harry and Megan are borrowing a $14 million mansion while their future is finalized. And:Robert Dex  It's a very unusual move and you can see why the serpentine said yes though.David Marsland  South Korea's BTS are the biggest boy band in the world, why are they collaborating with London's Serpentine on a massive art project? The Standard's Robert tax explains.Taken from the Evening Standard editorial column, this is The Leader. For the whole thing pick up the newspaper or head to standard.co.uk/comment. In a moment Nicholas Cecil on Boris Johnson's appeal to the US and Iran.David MarslandBoris Johnson's calling for the nuclear pact with Iran to be replaced with a new Trump deal. In an interview with the BBC he says it's time to dial down tension in the Middle East after the US assassination of Iranian General Qasem Soleimani. Our deputy political editor Nicholas Cecil is covering the story. Nicholas, this seems like quite a surprising intervention.Nicholas... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

<a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/news/politics/boris-johnson-no-reason-uk-notified-over-qasem-soleimani-killing-a4333576.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Boris Johnson</a> is calling for the nuclear pact with Iran to be replaced with a new “Trump deal”. In an interview with the BBC, he says it’s time to <a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/news/politics/boris-johnson-donald-trump-iran-dial-it-down-a4333961.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">“dial down”</a> tension in the Middle East, after the US assassination of Iranian general Quasem Soleimani. The Evening Standard’s deputy political editor Nicholas Cecil’s covering the story and joins <a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/comment/comment/evening-standard-comment-radical-or-realist-the-pm-shows-his-hand-korean-band-gets-arty-a4333956.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">The Leader</a> podcast. Harry and Meghan’s possible future home:Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are borrowing a $14 million mansion on Vancouver Island while their future is finalised. ES Magazine Editor-in-Chief Laura Weir wrote a piece in the Evening Standard today<a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/comment/comment/vancouver-will-be-perfect-for-harry-and-meghan-its-peaceful-pace-saved-me-too-when-i-was-in-a-bind-a4333791.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank"> revealing why the destination </a>is so desirable, and joins the podcast to discuss why the it could be the perfect place for the Sussexes to make a new life. BTS x Serpentine collaboration:Korean pop group BTS – the biggest boyband in the world – <a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/go/london/arts/bts-connect-exhibition-art-project-london-serpentine-a4333681.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">are releasing an art exhibition at the Serpentine Gallery</a> in London, the Evening Standard’s Arts Correspondent Robert Dex joins The Leader podcast to explain the motive behind the unusual move.TRANSCRIPT:David Marsland  From the Evening Standard in London, this is The LeaderHi I'm David Marsland, Boris Johnson's told America and Iran to dial it down and make a dealNicholas Cecil  Mr. Johnson did praise Mr Trump as a great deal maker,David Marsland  Our deputy political editor Nicholas Cecile and the Prime Minister surprise intervention into US politics, also:Laura Weir  The ones I saw were pretty massive, you know, they're these amazing beautiful wooden structures often like mansions with, you know, various entrances for boats to more and platforms for people to dive off and BBQ gardens and terraces. David Marsland  We speak to ES magazine editor in chief Laura Weir about her time in the same area Harry and Megan are borrowing a $14 million mansion while their future is finalized. And:Robert Dex  It's a very unusual move and you can see why the serpentine said yes though.David Marsland  South Korea's BTS are the biggest boy band in the world, why are they collaborating with London's Serpentine on a massive art project? The Standard's Robert tax explains.Taken from the Evening Standard editorial column, this is The Leader. For the whole thing pick up the newspaper or head to <a href="http://standard.co.uk/comment" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">standard.co.uk/comment</a>. In a moment Nicholas Cecil on Boris Johnson's appeal to the US and Iran.David MarslandBoris Johnson's calling for the nuclear pact with Iran to be replaced with a new Trump deal. In an interview with the BBC he says it's time to dial down tension in the Middle East after the US assassination of Iranian General Qasem Soleimani. Our deputy political editor Nicholas Cecil is covering the story. Nicholas, this seems like quite a surprising intervention.Nicholas... Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Boris tells Trump to 'dial it down' over Iran; Harry and Meghan’s possible future home; Plus BTS x Serpentine collaboration

As more and more people self-isolate from the coronavirus, more businesses are struggling to stay open. The ones that can are planning ahead to avoid disrupting the economy any more than it already is.So is the new Chancellor Rishi Sunak who on Wednesday will announce the budget. Economist Stephen King joins The Leader podcast to explain why this will be one of the hardest budgets yet, especially for a brand new chancellor.Harry &amp; Meghan are outHarry and Meghan have officially bowed out of the Royal Family during the Commonwealth Service at Westminster Abbey. Have they made the right decision? The Evening Standard’s Royal Correspondent Robert Jobson says it’s a bittersweet moment for the couple, and the Queen.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As more and more people self-isolate from the <a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/topic/covid-19" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">coronavirus</a>, more businesses are struggling to stay open. The ones that can are planning ahead to avoid disrupting the economy any more than it already is.So is the new Chancellor Rishi Sunak who on Wednesday will announce <a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/comment/comment/amid-a-world-in-crisis-rishi-sunak-needs-to-be-a-wartime-chancellor-a4382296.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">the budget</a>. Economist Stephen King joins The Leader podcast to explain why this will be one of the hardest budgets yet, especially for a brand new chancellor.Harry &amp; Meghan are outHarry and Meghan have officially<a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/news/uk/meghan-markle-prince-harry-final-day-senior-royals-commonwealth-day-a4381927.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank"> bowed out</a> of the Royal Family during the <a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/insider/royalssociety/prince-harry-coronavirus-elbow-bump-craig-david-video-a4382591.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Commonwealth Service</a> at Westminster Abbey. Have they made the right decision? The Evening Standard’s Royal Correspondent Robert Jobson says it’s a bittersweet moment for the couple, and the Queen.  Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

How the new Chancellor should tackle coronavirus; & Harry & Meghan bow out as senior Royal's

Iran have vowed to respond with ‘harsh revenge’ after United States forces killed Iran’s most powerful military leader, General Qasem Soleimani, in the early hours of Friday morning. Leaders around the world have weighed in on the attack, with Joe Biden comparing President Donald Trump’s attack order to ‘dynamite in a tinder box’. UK Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab urged “all sides to de-escalate”. Donald Trump himself has responded with a mocking tweet aimed at Iran’s leadership. As the world waits to see how Iran will respond, The Leader podcast speaks to the Evening Standard’s US Correspondent David Gardner to ask: does Donald Trump have a plan?The Met Police Commissioner Cressida Dick has written in today’s Evening Standard announcing that more police will be dispatched to patrol London’s vibrant crime spots. Home Affairs editor Martin Bentham joins the Leader podcast to discuss Dame Cressida’s comments.Popular fashion store Next has given the high street some hope for fashion sales, Business Reporter Joanna Bourke explains why.TRANSCRIPT:David Marsland  The Leader is delivered to your podcast provider at 4pm every weekday, bringing you the best news analysis and commentary from one of the country's most trusted newsrooms, subscribe to make sure you get it on time. Now, from the Evening Standard in London, this is The Leader.Hi, I'm David Marsland. The US has killed one of Iran's top generals.David Gardner  Now what there's a suggestion that there may be cyber attacks, there may be terror attacks. There is also a suggestion that allies of the United States could be in some danger.David Marsland  We speak to our US correspondent David Gardner as the world waits to see how Iran responds and whether President Trump has a plan.Also Martin Bentham  very young people who've hardly started their lives have there lives brought to an end.David Marsland  The Standard's Home Affairs editor Martin Bentham as met police commissioner Cressida dick writes for the paper to announce more police will patrol London's violent crime hotspots, and...Joanna Bourkeso they posted a 5.2% full price sales riseDavid MarslandBusiness reporter Joanna Burke on how next is giving hope to the high street the day before London men's fashion week begins.David Marsland  Taken from the evening standards editorial column This is The Leader. For the whole thing pick up the newspaper had to standard.co.uk/comment. In a moment Iran says it will take crushing revenge over the death of a top General, does Donald Trump have a next move? Donald Trump  Our president will start a war with Iran because he has absolutely no ability to negotiate. He's weak and he's ineffective. So the only way he figures that he's going to get reelected and assures you sitting there is to start a war with Iran. David Marsland  Donald Trump in 2011, claiming... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Iran have vowed to respond with <a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/news/world/uk-risk-retaliation-iran-qasem-soleimani-a4325801.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">‘harsh revenge’</a> after United States forces killed Iran’s most powerful military leader, General Qasem Soleimani, in the early hours of Friday morning. Leaders around the world have weighed in on the attack, with Joe Biden comparing President Donald Trump’s attack order to ‘dynamite in a tinder box’. UK Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab urged “all sides to de-escalate”. Donald Trump himself has responded with a mocking tweet aimed at Iran’s leadership. As the world waits <a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/news/uk/us-iran-war-qasem-soleimani-a4325711.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">to see how Iran will respond</a>, <a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/comment/comment/evening-standard-comment-president-trump-needs-a-plan-for-tackling-iran-stopping-violent-crime-a4325726.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">The Leader</a> podcast speaks to the Evening Standard’s US Correspondent David Gardner to ask: does Donald Trump have a plan?The Met Police Commissioner Cressida Dick <a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/news/crime/met-police-cressida-dick-london-crime-a4325776.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">has written</a> in today’s Evening Standard announcing that more police will be dispatched to patrol London’s vibrant crime spots. Home Affairs editor Martin Bentham joins the Leader podcast to discuss Dame Cressida’s comments.Popular fashion store Next has given the high street some <a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/business/next-gives-hope-to-high-street-in-surprise-festive-sales-boost-a4325621.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">hope</a> for fashion sales, Business Reporter Joanna Bourke explains why.TRANSCRIPT:David Marsland  The Leader is delivered to your podcast provider at 4pm every weekday, bringing you the best news analysis and commentary from one of the country's most trusted newsrooms, subscribe to make sure you get it on time. Now, from the Evening Standard in London, this is The Leader.Hi, I'm David Marsland. The US has killed one of Iran's top generals.David Gardner  Now what there's a suggestion that there may be cyber attacks, there may be terror attacks. There is also a suggestion that allies of the United States could be in some danger.David Marsland  We speak to our US correspondent David Gardner as the world waits to see how Iran responds and whether President Trump has a plan.Also Martin Bentham  very young people who've hardly started their lives have there lives brought to an end.David Marsland  The Standard's Home Affairs editor Martin Bentham as met police commissioner Cressida dick writes for the paper to announce more police will patrol London's violent crime hotspots, and...Joanna Bourkeso they posted a 5.2% full price sales riseDavid MarslandBusiness reporter Joanna Burke on how next is giving hope to the high street the day before London men's fashion week begins.David Marsland  Taken from the evening standards editorial column This is The Leader. For the whole thing pick up the newspaper had to <a href="http://standard.co.uk/comment" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">standard.co.uk/comment</a>. In a moment Iran says it will take crushing revenge over the death of a top General, does Donald Trump have a next move? Donald Trump  Our president will start a war with Iran because he has absolutely no ability to negotiate. He's weak and he's ineffective. So the only way he figures that he's going to get reelected and assures you sitting there is to start a war with Iran. David Marsland  Donald Trump in 2011, claiming... Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Iran Soleimani death: does Donald Trump have a plan? Plus more police for London crime spots & hope for the high street

Rangan Chatterjee

There is no end in sight for lockdown in the UK. The Evening Standard’s political editor Joe Murphy has been watching closely and tells The Leader podcast that the signals all point to this continuing for an extended period of time. Meanwhile the Evening Standard’s editorial column says there should be a greater united global effort against the virus.Also, Dr. Rangan Chatterjee of the ‘Feel Better, Live More’ podcast explains what he’s learned about isolation from speaking to prisoners who have experienced long periods of solitary confinement. Dr. Chatterjee shares some tips to help us all survive lockdown with a happier and healthier mind. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There is no end in sight for <a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/news/health/government-review-uk-coronavirus-lockdown-measures-a4410341.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">lockdown</a> in the UK. The Evening Standard’s political editor Joe Murphy has been watching closely and tells The Leader podcast that the signals all point to this continuing for an extended period of time. Meanwhile the Evening Standard’s editorial column says there should be a <a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/comment/comment/evening-standard-comment-the-world-should-stand-together-in-this-fight-1-million-to-help-london-hope-a4410126.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">greater united global effort</a> against the virus.Also, <a href="https://drchatterjee.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Dr. Rangan Chatterjee</a> of the ‘Feel Better, Live More’ podcast explains what he’s learned about isolation from speaking to prisoners who have experienced long periods of solitary confinement. Dr. Chatterjee shares some tips to help us all survive lockdown with a happier and healthier mind. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

No end in sight for coronavirus lockdown - plus isolation lessons from solitary confinement with Dr. Rangan Chatterjee.

Is the government really doing enough to stop the spread of coronavirus? Former health secretary Jeremy Hunt has written in the Evening Standard, criticising the UK’s strategy so far. Mr Hunt questions why Boris Johnson isn’t following the lead of countries like Japan, which he says have been successful in reducing infections with tough measures including school closures. But the Evening Standard’s deputy political editor Nicholas Cecil tells the Leader podcast there is no sign of the UK changing course.Broadway goes darkWith just three hour’s notice, every theatre in Broadway was ordered to close. New York mayor Bill de Blasio signed an emergency order as part of attempts to control Covid-19. It was a devastating moment for the cast and crew of hit British musical ‘Six,’ which was poised to raise the curtain on its opening night on Broadway. The Evening Standard’s Arts Correspondent Robert Dex was in New York to cover the show’s first night. He talks to the leader about the moment the theatre doors were shut, how Broadway’s reacting, and if it could happen in London too.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is the government really doing enough to stop the spread of coronavirus? Former health secretary<a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/comment/comment/the-clock-is-ticking-on-this-crisis-the-next-four-weeks-are-critical-a4386736.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank"> Jeremy Hunt has written in the Evening Standard</a>, criticising the UK’s strategy so far. Mr Hunt questions why Boris Johnson isn’t following the lead of countries like Japan, which he says have been successful in reducing infections with tough measures including school closures. But the Evening Standard’s deputy political editor Nicholas Cecil tells the Leader podcast<a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/news/uk/uk-scientist-warns-coronavirus-lockdown-risks-more-deaths-a4386661.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank"> there is no sign of the UK changing course.</a>Broadway goes darkWith just three hour’s notice, every theatre in Broadway was ordered to close. New York mayor Bill de Blasio signed an emergency order as part of attempts to control Covid-19. <a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/go/london/theatre/six-the-musical-broadway-opening-cancelled-coronavirus-a4386566.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">It was a devastating moment for the cast and crew of hit British musical ‘Six,’</a> which was poised to raise the curtain on its opening night on Broadway. The Evening Standard’s Arts Correspondent Robert Dex was in New York to cover the show’s first night. He talks to the leader about the moment the theatre doors were shut, how Broadway’s reacting, and if it could happen in London too.  Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Delaying coronavirus: do Boris Johnson’s measures go far enough? & Broadway opening night for West End's 'Six the Musical' cancelled

The UK is preparing to take the next steps required to slow the spread of coronavirus - while scientists and health officials continue to emphasise the need for the public to do their bit too. Boris Johnson today led a Cobra meeting to discuss the UK’s next steps. The Evening Standard’s deputy political editor, Nicolas Cecil, joins The Leader podcast from WestminsterTrump’s travel banDonald Trump on Wednesday night announced a travel ban to the US from most of mainland Europe – despite scientists’ insistence that limiting plane travel is of little importance. The Evening Standard’s US correspondent makes sense of Donald Trump’s plane stopping strategy.Virus mythbustingWith the constant news about coronavirus it’s enough to make anyone anxious. There are so many tips and tricks on how to protect ourselves, but do they actually work? Features writer Sam Fishwick breaks down some of the myths, and explains what “social distancing” is. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

<a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/news/health/new-uk-coronavirus-cases-announced-latest-figures-a4385641.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">The UK is preparing</a> to take the next steps required to slow the spread of coronavirus - while scientists and health officials continue to emphasise the need for the public to do their bit too. Boris Johnson today led a <a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/news/world/uk-coronavirus-updates-live-delay-phase-a4385196.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Cobra</a> meeting to discuss the UK’s next steps. The Evening Standard’s deputy political editor, Nicolas Cecil, joins The Leader podcast from WestminsterTrump’s travel banDonald Trump on Wednesday night announced <a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/news/world/eu-condemns-trump-travel-ban-coronavirus-a4385416.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">a travel ban to the US</a> from most of mainland Europe – despite scientists’ insistence that limiting plane travel is of little importance. The Evening Standard’s US correspondent makes sense of Donald Trump’s plane stopping strategy.Virus mythbustingWith the constant news about coronavirus it’s enough to make anyone anxious. There are so many tips and tricks on how to protect ourselves, but do they actually work? Features writer Sam Fishwick <a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/lifestyle/london-life/covid19-queries-cracked-a4385696.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">breaks down some of the myths</a>, and explains what “social distancing” is. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Your complete coronavirus survival guide & what does "social distancing" actually mean?

Andy Warhol

Will coronavirus wreck your holiday? British Airways has cancelled all trips into and out of Italy. Quantas has cut passenger capacity by a quarter around the world. Popular destinations like Spain are reporting huge spikes in the number of people infected. On Broadway in New York, desperate producers are slashing the prices of tickets to top shows in an attempt to lure customers back to empty theatres. The Evening Standard’s Jonathan Prynn tells the leader why the impact of Covid-19 on the tourism industry has been “greater than any terrorism scare” and it’s likely to get worse.London Mayoral Election PollThe first poll of 2020 shows Sadiq Khan enjoying a huge lead in the London mayoral election. With 49 per cent, Mr Khan is nearly 25 points ahead of his closest rival, the Conservative’s Shaun Bailey. Independent Rory Stewart is even further back on 13 per cent, while the Lib Dems and Greens are registering single figures. Our political editor Joe Murphy says with two months to go, the challengers need to raise their games.Warhol at Tate ModernA blockbuster Andy Warhol exhibition at Tate Modern’s bringing his classic works to London, along with exhibits that haven’t been seen in decades. Does it shed new light on one of modern history’s greatest artists? The Evening Standard’s critic Ben Luke says ‘not quite.’ He’s given it three stars in his review, and tells the Leader podcast why.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Will coronavirus wreck your holiday? <a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/news/transport/british-airways-cancels-flights-italy-coronavirus-a4383171.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">British Airways has cancelled all trips into and out of Italy</a>. Quantas has cut passenger capacity by a quarter around the world. Popular destinations like Spain are reporting huge spikes in the number of people infected. On Broadway in New York, desperate producers are slashing the prices of tickets to top shows in an attempt to lure customers back to empty theatres. The Evening Standard’s Jonathan Prynn tells the leader why the impact of Covid-19 on the tourism industry has been “greater than any terrorism scare” and it’s likely to get worse.London Mayoral Election PollThe first <a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/comment/comment/evening-standard-comment-coronavirus-could-cost-trump-his-second-term-let-s-make-a-contest-of-it-a4383421.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">poll of 2020</a> shows Sadiq Khan <a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/news/politics/sadiq-khan-london-mayoral-race-25-point-lead-a4383216.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">enjoying a huge lead</a> in the London mayoral election. With 49 per cent, Mr Khan is nearly 25 points ahead of his closest rival, the Conservative’s Shaun Bailey. Independent Rory Stewart is even further back on 13 per cent, while the Lib Dems and Greens are registering single figures. Our political editor Joe Murphy says with two months to go, the challengers need to raise their games.Warhol at Tate ModernA blockbuster <a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/go/london/arts/andy-warhol-review-tate-modern-a4383186.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Andy Warhol exhibition</a> at Tate Modern’s bringing his classic works to London, along with exhibits that haven’t been seen in decades. Does it shed new light on one of modern history’s greatest artists? The Evening Standard’s critic Ben Luke says ‘not quite.’ He’s given it three stars in his review, and tells the Leader podcast why.  Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Will coronavirus wreck your holiday plans? The first London Mayor poll of 2020; & Andy Warhol is back at the Tate Modern...

The new Chancellor, Rishi Sunak, has delivered the conservative government’s new budget. As the NHS prepares for the spread of coronavirus, the chancellor promised the government’s full support ‘whatever the cost’. He also announced plans to raise the National Insurance threshold and pledged money to help flood-hit regions. Economist Stephen King joins The Leader podcast to break down the budget – did Mr. Sunak live up to Stephen’s call to act like a ‘war-time chancellor’?Even before the budget, banks and businesses had already started preparing for the impact of Covid-19. Restaurants and shops are reporting a decline in footfall, and the discounts to attract customers have already begun. On Wednesday the Bank of England’s governor, Mark Carney, cut the interest rate to 0.25% in an attempt to keep people spending. The Leader podcast spoke to the Evening Standard’s consumer business editor Jonathan Prynn to discuss whether the interest rate cut will make a difference – and what it means for you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The new Chancellor, Rishi Sunak, has delivered the conservative government’s <a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/news/politics/budget-day-2020-rishi-sunak-treasury-live-a4384071.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">new budget</a>. As the NHS prepares for the spread of coronavirus, the chancellor promised<a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/news/politics/rishi-sunak-budget-speech-coronavirus-emergency-funding-business-rates-a4384691.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank"> the government’s full support ‘whatever the cost’</a>. He also announced plans to raise the National Insurance threshold and pledged money to help flood-hit regions. Economist Stephen King joins The Leader podcast to break down the budget – did Mr. Sunak live up<a href="https://podfollow.com/the-leader/episode/7b93eb5354fde257b087a20766f6d9edb21a0686" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank"> to Stephen’s call to act like a ‘war-time chancellor’</a>?Even before the budget, banks and businesses had already started preparing for the impact of Covid-19. Restaurants and shops are reporting a decline in footfall, and the discounts to attract customers have already begun. On Wednesday the Bank of England’s governor, <a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/business/carney-orders-banks-don-t-waste-our-emergency-cash-on-bonuses-a4384491.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Mark Carney, cut the interest rate to 0.25%</a> in an attempt to keep people spending. The Leader podcast spoke to the Evening Standard’s consumer business editor Jonathan Prynn to discuss whether the interest rate cut will make a difference – and what it means for you. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Coronavirus budget backs the NHS ‘whatever the cost’. Will the government be able to deliver?

Robert Fox

Iran has launched rocket attacks on two Iraqi bases housing US troops. The missile strikes came in retaliation to the US drone strike that killed Iranian General Qassem Soleimani. Iran’s supreme leader has said the missile attack was “not enough”. As tensions continue to rise between the two nations, The Leader podcast speaks to the Evening Standard’s Defence editor Robert Fox. £1 million grant to cut school exclusions: To coincide with an in-depth investigation into secondary school exclusions, looking into the best way to improve grades and help curve sustained bad behaviour, the Evening Standard are launching a £1 million campaign to radically cut exclusions. Eliza Reberio founded the Lives not Knives campaign aimed at tackling youth crime and gang culture. Eliza was sent to a Pupil Refferal Unit when she was younger and tells The Leader podcast why teens are most likely behaving badly in school and why they need better support.Subscribe to find us from 4pm every week day.TRANSCRIPT:David Marsland  Welcome to The Leader of the Evening Standard's daily news commentary and analysis podcast. We're here at 4pm, make sure you never miss an episode by subscribing. now, from the Evening Standard in London. This is The Leader.Hi, I'm David Marsland. Iran battered two US military bases in Iraq with at least 15 ballistic missiles, is war next?Robert Fox  What the Iranians are fervently hoping for is a pause because the real unknown for them is Trump and Trumps total unpredictabilityDavid Marsland  Our deffence editor Robert Fox as the Middle East and the world is waiting for the US to respond. Also,Eliza Reberio  if this happened when they were eight, nine and 10, why are we then waiting for when they're 14/15 to be excluded from school for us to support them?David Marsland  We talked to a young woman whose life was nearly ruined after being kicked out of school. As the Evening Standard launches a million pound campaign to cut exclusions.Taken from the Evening Standard editorial column This is The Leader, for the whole thing pick up the newspaper or head to standard.co.uk/comment. In a moment defence editor Robert Fox on the crisis in Iran...For half an hour from around 1030 at night Iran pounded two US bases in Iraq with ballistic missiles. Revenge said the country state TV for the White House ordered killing of General Qassem Soleimani. In Tehan crowds chanting God is great and death to America. Ayatollah Ali Khamenei suggested Iran was just getting started. [Clip], David: Last night we slapped them, he said, and added these military actions are not enough for revenge.Boris Johnson  Our most reasonable people would accept that the United States has a right to protect its bases and its personnel. In the House of Commons Prime Minister Boris Johnson gave her support to the US, but called for de escalation in the Middle East. And for all the Ayatollah's tough words, there are some who believe a targeted strike that appears to have killed new... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Iran has launched<a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/news/world/iran-launches-revenge-rocket-attacks-at-us-troops-in-iraq-a4329061.html " rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank"> rocket attacks</a> on two Iraqi bases housing US troops. The missile strikes came in retaliation to the US drone strike that killed Iranian General Qassem Soleimani. Iran’s supreme leader has said the missile attack was<a href=" https://www.standard.co.uk/news/world/missile-strikes-on-us-bases-were-not-enough-says-iran-s-leader-a4329436.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank"> “not enough”</a>. As <a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/news/world/donald-trump-insists-all-is-well-after-iran-targets-us-troops-at-iraq-bases-in-revenge-missile-a4329076.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">tensions</a> continue to rise between the two nations, The Leader podcast speaks to the Evening Standard’s Defence editor Robert Fox. £1 million grant to cut school exclusions: To coincide with an in-depth investigation into secondary school exclusions, looking into the best way to improve grades and help curve sustained bad behaviour, the Evening Standard are launching a £1 million campaign<a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/news/education/150000-per-school-over-three-years-how-to-apply-for-our-pilot-fund-a4329211.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank"> to radically cut exclusions</a>. Eliza Reberio founded the Lives not Knives campaign aimed at tackling youth crime and gang culture. Eliza was sent to a Pupil Refferal Unit when she was younger and tells The Leader podcast why teens are most likely behaving badly in school and why they need better support.Subscribe to find us from 4pm every week day.TRANSCRIPT:David Marsland  Welcome to The Leader of the Evening Standard's daily news commentary and analysis podcast. We're here at 4pm, make sure you never miss an episode by subscribing. now, from the Evening Standard in London. This is The Leader.Hi, I'm David Marsland. Iran battered two US military bases in Iraq with at least 15 ballistic missiles, is war next?Robert Fox  What the Iranians are fervently hoping for is a pause because the real unknown for them is Trump and Trumps total unpredictabilityDavid Marsland  Our deffence editor Robert Fox as the Middle East and the world is waiting for the US to respond. Also,Eliza Reberio  if this happened when they were eight, nine and 10, why are we then waiting for when they're 14/15 to be excluded from school for us to support them?David Marsland  We talked to a young woman whose life was nearly ruined after being kicked out of school. As the Evening Standard launches a million pound campaign to cut exclusions.Taken from the Evening Standard editorial column This is The Leader, for the whole thing pick up the newspaper or head to <a href="http://standard.co.uk/comment" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">standard.co.uk/comment</a>. In a moment defence editor Robert Fox on the crisis in Iran...For half an hour from around 1030 at night Iran pounded two US bases in Iraq with ballistic missiles. Revenge said the country state TV for the White House ordered killing of General Qassem Soleimani. In Tehan crowds chanting God is great and death to America. Ayatollah Ali Khamenei suggested Iran was just getting started. [Clip], David: Last night we slapped them, he said, and added these military actions are not enough for revenge.Boris Johnson  Our most reasonable people would accept that the United States has a right to protect its bases and its personnel. In the House of Commons Prime Minister Boris Johnson gave her support to the US, but called for de escalation in the Middle East. And for all the Ayatollah's tough words, there are some who believe a targeted strike that appears to have killed new... Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Iran: Trump decision to strike Soleimani was ‘suggested as a joke’ – Robert Fox

Harry and Meghan have been filmed on CCTV secretly handing out meals to the needy in LA. It's the first time the couple have been seen in the city since moving there. Meanwhile, Meghan's giving her support to the Evening Standard's Food for London now appeal. Insider editor Lucy Pavia tells the podcast how the Duchess of Sussex has been battling food poverty since before the coronavirus pandemic, and why it's becoming a major issue for her in a post-royal life. Lucy also discusses Prince William and Kate's support for a new NHS mental health campaign. Football’s gone. Wimbledon’s been cancelled. Not even the Olympic games could survive the spread of coronavirus. But one sport is still standing: Darts. For those missing their live fix of competitive action, almost all of the game’s biggest stars will be taking part in the PDC Home competition – being broadcast from their own homes. Could this be the start of more live-streamed sporting events? The Leader podcast is joined by Talk Sport Darts correspondent Ian Danter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Harry and Meghan have been filmed on CCTV <a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/insider/royalssociety/prince-harry-meghan-markle-volunteer-to-deliver-meals-in-la-a4416301.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">secretly handing out meals to the needy in LA</a>. It's the first time the couple have been seen in the city since moving there. Meanwhile, <a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/news/foodforlondon/food-for-london-now-duchess-of-sussex-a4416786.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Meghan's giving her support to the Evening Standard's Food for London now appeal</a>. Insider editor Lucy Pavia tells the podcast how the Duchess of Sussex has been battling food poverty since before the coronavirus pandemic, and why it's becoming a major issue for her in a post-royal life. Lucy also discusses Prince William and Kate's support for a new NHS mental health campaign. Football’s gone. Wimbledon’s been cancelled. Not even the Olympic games could survive the spread of coronavirus. But one sport is still standing: Darts. For those missing their live fix of competitive action, almost all of the game’s biggest stars will be taking part in <a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/sport/darts-pdc-home-tour-coronavirus-lockdown-a4414411.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">the PDC Home competition</a> – being broadcast from their own homes. Could this be the start of more live-streamed sporting events? The Leader podcast is joined by Talk Sport Darts correspondent Ian Danter. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Harry & Meghan secretly deliver food for the needy, and Darts livestream brings hope

 Boris Johnson has now been in hospital for a couple of days, and there’s no word on when he’ll be coming out. The government says he’s “stable and in good spirits”, but he’s suffered breathing difficulties and received what Downing Street calls “standard oxygen treatment.” Dominic Raab, the foreign secretary, is in charge for the moment – but what if this goes on longer? We speak to Lord Owen, the former foreign secretary under James Callaghan, to ask how governments work without a Prime Minister, and what lessons we can learn from history? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Boris Johnson has now been in hospital <a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/news/health/boris-johnson-stable-intensive-care-coronavirus-a4409211.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">for a couple of days</a>, and there’s no word on when he’ll be coming out. The government says he’s “stable and in good spirits”, but he’s suffered breathing difficulties and received what Downing Street calls “standard oxygen treatment.” Dominic Raab, the foreign secretary, <a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/news/politics/government-carry-on-fight-coronavirus-michael-gove-a4408886.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">is in charge for the moment </a>– but what if this goes on longer? We speak to Lord Owen, the former foreign secretary under James Callaghan, to ask how governments work without a Prime Minister, and what lessons we can learn from history? Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

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International pressure is bearing down on Iran, who are accused of shooting down the Boeing 737 Ukrainian Airlines plane that crashed minutes after take-off from Imam Kohmeini airport in Tehran. Several of the Western nations’ intelligence services believe that Iran may have accidently shot the plane down. Iran has invited manufacture Boeing to investigate the crash of the Ukrainian Airlines plane but still reject the claims and are refusing to answer questions.What is the truth? The Evening Standard’s Deputy Political Editor Nicholas Cecil joins The Leader podcast from parliament.Meghan jets off to Toronto:Harry and Meghan ‘quit’ the Royal family in a bombshell announcement this week, and the Duchess of Sussex has already left for Canada to be with their son Archie. The front page of the Evening Standard today says they see themselves as “disrupters”. The Evening Standard’s Jonathan Prynn who has been reporting on the Royals speaks to The Leader podcast about Harry and Meghan’s emerging future plans. TRANSCRIPT:David Marsland  Released at 4pm every weekday The Leader brings you the best of the Evening Standard's news commentary and analysis. Subscribe to make sure you don't miss an episode from the Evening Standard in London.... This, is The LeaderHi, I'm David Marsland. International pressure is bearing down on Iran accused of shooting down a passenger plane with 176 lives lost.Nicholas Cecil  There already appears to be signs of a possible cover up with debris from the plane having already been bulldozed away from the crash site.David Marsland  Our deputy political editor Nicholas Cecil on the questions Tehran refuses to answerAlso.Jonathan Prynn   the Sussexes see themselves as young, energetic challengersDavid Marsland  Jonathan Prynn speaks to The Leader as details begin to emerge of Harry and Megan's future plans. They want to be disruptors.Taken from the Evening Standard editorial column this is The Leader, for the whole thing pick up the newspaper or head to standard.co.uk/comment, in a moment: why Iran must tell the truth about the plane crash thatlooks like a tragic mistake.Around 1030 at night on Wednesday and explosion it was heard over to run. Out of breath rescuers race to the site where the passenger plane had come down, but the only found flames, none of the 176 on board survived.Justin Trudeau  We have intelligencee from multiple sources, including our allies and our own intelligence, the evidence indicates that the plane was shot down by an Iranian surface to air missile.David Marsland  Canadian president Justin Trudeau addressing a country that lost 63 of its citizens lay the blame at around that night at attack to us basis in Iraq.Donald... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

International pressure is bearing down on Iran, who are accused of shooting down the <a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/news/world/boeing-737-iran-plane-crash-mystery-a4329476.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Boeing 737 Ukrainian Airlines plane that crashed </a>minutes after take-off from Imam Kohmeini airport in Tehran. <a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/news/world/iran-news-latest-plane-crash-ukraine-boeing-737-a4331011.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Several of the Western nations’ intelligence services believe that Iran</a> may <a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/news/politics/boris-johnson-plane-brought-down-iranian-missile-a4330891.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">have accidently shot the plane down</a>. Iran has invited manufacture Boeing to investigate the crash of the Ukrainian Airlines plane but still <a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/news/world/iran-plane-crash-tehran-ukraine-a4331376.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">reject the claims</a> and are <a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/comment/comment/evening-standard-comment-iran-must-tell-the-truth-about-the-plane-crash-refreshing-jess-phillips-a4331411.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">refusing to answer questions</a>.What is the truth? The Evening Standard’s Deputy Political Editor Nicholas Cecil joins The Leader podcast from parliament.Meghan jets off to Toronto:Harry and Meghan ‘quit’ the Royal family in a bombshell announcement this week, and the Duchess of Sussex has already left for Canada to be with their son Archie. <a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/news/uk/prince-harry-meghan-markle-royal-disrupters-a4331291.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">The front page of the Evening Standard today says they see themselves as “disrupters”</a>. The Evening Standard’s Jonathan Prynn who has been reporting on the Royals speaks to The Leader podcast about Harry and Meghan’s emerging future plans. TRANSCRIPT:David Marsland  Released at 4pm every weekday The Leader brings you the best of the Evening Standard's news commentary and analysis. Subscribe to make sure you don't miss an episode from the Evening Standard in London.... This, is The LeaderHi, I'm David Marsland. International pressure is bearing down on Iran accused of shooting down a passenger plane with 176 lives lost.Nicholas Cecil  There already appears to be signs of a possible cover up with debris from the plane having already been bulldozed away from the crash site.David Marsland  Our deputy political editor Nicholas Cecil on the questions Tehran refuses to answerAlso.Jonathan Prynn   the Sussexes see themselves as young, energetic challengersDavid Marsland  Jonathan Prynn speaks to The Leader as details begin to emerge of Harry and Megan's future plans. They want to be disruptors.Taken from the Evening Standard editorial column this is The Leader, for the whole thing pick up the newspaper or head to <a href="http://standard.co.uk/comment" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">standard.co.uk/comment</a>, in a moment: why Iran must tell the truth about the plane crash thatlooks like a tragic mistake.Around 1030 at night on Wednesday and explosion it was heard over to run. Out of breath rescuers race to the site where the passenger plane had come down, but the only found flames, none of the 176 on board survived.Justin Trudeau  We have intelligencee from multiple sources, including our allies and our own intelligence, the evidence indicates that the plane was shot down by an Iranian surface to air missile.David Marsland  Canadian president Justin Trudeau addressing a country that lost 63 of its citizens lay the blame at around that night at attack to us basis in Iraq.Donald... Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Iran must answer questions about Ukrainian Airlines plane crash; PLUS Harry & Meghan are ‘disruptors’

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