About this episode

The episode discusses the ongoing conflict over defence spending and the political dynamics surrounding Andy Burnham's campaign in Makerfield.

Exclusive stories from the front line of the government's war over defence spending. And there's a swagger about Andy Burnham's team: they're more and more confident that he'll win in Makerfield. What happens next? And how will the enmity between Andy Burnham and Keir Starmer influence the outcome? Steven Swinford, political editor, The Times Lara Spirit, deputy political editor, The Sunday Times Producers: Euan Dawtrey, Harry Kitson Executive producer: Molly Guinness Picture: Getty Images Email us: thestateofit@thetimes.co.uk This podcast was brought to you thanks to subscribers of The Times and The Sunday Times. To enjoy unlimited digital access to all our journalism subscribe  here . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

People in this episode

Guests: Steven Swinford, Lara Spirit

Topics covered

• defence spending
• politics
• government
• elections
• political rivalry

Keywords

• defence spending
• Andy Burnham
• Keir Starmer
• politics
• elections

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Organizations: The Times, The Sunday Times

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