Why is Keir Starmer on the ropes?

About this episode

The episode discusses Keir Starmer's political challenges following the appointment of Peter Mandelson.

Keir Starmer finds himself in hot water once again over the appointment of Peter Mandelson. How much danger is he in?  Reporter: Cat Neilan Writer: Poppy Bullard Producer: Casey Magloire Host: Casey Magloire Episode photography: Sofia Fenton Executive Producer: Jasper Corbett Clip credit: BBC News, Sky News, Times Radio  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

People in this episode

Host: Casey Magloire

Guest: Cat Neilan

Topics covered

• Keir Starmer
• politics
• Peter Mandelson
• UK news
• Labour Party
• leadership crisis

Keywords

• Keir Starmer
• Peter Mandelson
• political danger
• Labour Party
• UK politics
• leadership

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: BBC News, Sky News, Times Radio

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