Episode 1
The Eve of the Longest-Ever NHS Strike
January 2, 2024
Tomorrow will see the start of the longest strike in NHS history. Junior doctors in England will go on strike for six days - amounting to a continuous walkout of 144 hours. Since the industrial action started, more than a million appointments and treatments have been cancelled. NHS leaders have said this strike will put patients at 'serious risk'. Newsnight looks at what the impact could be. And the new year brings further violence in Ukraine as Russian attacks intensify, with a major escalation in missile strikes. Today, at least five people have been killed and more than 130 have been injured. In recent days, there have been major aerial assaults by both sides. And on New Year's Eve, Russia launched the largest drone attack of the war so far. With Sima Kotecha.
Episode 2
2024's Political and Economic Outlook
January 3, 2024
With 2024 set to be an election year, what will the economic backdrop be and how will the parties line up? Nick Watt and Ben Chu assess the political and economic weather.
Episode 3
An Autumn Election...Probably
January 4, 2024
Armando Iannucci is in the studio as the PM indicates the election is months away, and Keir Starmer sets out his stall. With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 4
US Election Speeches
January 5, 2024
Donald Trump and Joe Biden's first speeches of this election year, the NHS's policy problems, UK floods, and Sophie Ellis-Bextor on her 2001 hit's return to the charts. With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 5
Post Office: will justice be delivered?
January 8, 2024
As the Post Office scandal dominates politics, the real Alan Bates and the writer of ITV's Mr Bates vs The Post Office are live on the programme. With Kirsty Wark.
Episode 6
Post Office scandal fallout
January 9, 2024
As former boss Paula Vennells says she will hand back her CBE, Newsnight looks at the ongoing fallout from the Post Office scandal. Plus Trump's bid for immunity from prosecution. With Kirsty Wark.
Episode 7
The Post Office Scandal
January 10, 2024
The PM promises new laws to deal with the Post Office scandal. Victoria Derbyshire presents a live Newsnight special talking to sub-postmasters, politicians and campaigners.
Episode 8
Will UK and America bomb Yemen?
January 11, 2024
The cabinet meets to discuss military attacks on the Houthi faction in Yemen after they create chaos in the Red Sea. Will it lead to a wider conflict? Also, testimony from a Post Office fraud investigator. How did the organisation fail so badly? With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 9
The Red Sea missile war
January 12, 2024
Another missile attack on Red Sea shipping, after dozens of bombs from British and American jets drop on the Houthi in Yemen. A strike for stability or a step towards escalation?
Episode 10
Who wins the first race to become the US 2024 Republican candidate?
January 15, 2024
Republicans in Iowa will be the first to vote for who they want as their presidential candidate in the 2024 US election. With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 11
Rebels with a cause
January 16, 2024
Two Conservative deputy chairmen resign over the government's Rwanda Bill. Has this damaged Rishi Sunak's authority? With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 12
Rishi and Rwanda: The Big Vote
January 17, 2024
The Rwanda migration bill is in the Commons with a Tory rebellion bubbling under. Will the PM's plans get past MPs, or will he have to rethink? The migration minister and Jacob Rees-Mogg have reaction to the numbers. With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 13
Doug in a Hole?
January 18, 2024
A Newsnight investigation into Doug Barrowman - husband of Michelle Mone - and his involvement in a tax avoidance scheme. With Kirsty Wark.
Episode 14
Paying For Net Zero
January 19, 2024
As the world transitions to a zero carbon future, who pays the cost? Port Talbot has announced the closure of two emissions-heavy furnaces that employ thousands of workers, and we're in Scotland where the closure of the Grangemouth oil refinery is also putting jobs at risk.
Episode 15
Hostage Families Meet UK Leaders
January 22, 2024
Israeli hostage families meet UK political leaders, demanding they put pressure on Qatar to 'pick a side' as Hamas-run health ministry says the death toll in Gaza reaches 25,000. With Kirsty Wark.
Episode 16
Grenfell: The Long Fight for Justice
January 23, 2024
Survivors and bereaved relatives of the Grenfell Tower fire have described their loss and trauma to the companies many blame for the tragedy. Have the families been failed? With Kirsty Wark.
Episode 17
700 days of war in Ukraine
January 24, 2024
Ukraine doesn't deny shooting down a Russian plane inside Russia, which Moscow says was carrying Ukrainian prisoners. With western support already stalled, where is the war heading? With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 18
Fresh Post Office Allegations
January 25, 2024
Newsnight looks at the accounts of postmasters who suffered traumatic armed robberies, only to be investigated and in some cases faced demands from the Post Office to cover the losses of the stolen money. With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 19
Will ICJ Ruling Change Anything?
January 26, 2024
What impact will the ruling that Israel must take all measures to prevent genocidal acts in Gaza have, as talks over a ceasefire and hostage release get underway? With Faisal Islam.
Episode 20
Drone Strikes: How should the US respond?
January 29, 2024
As Republicans in the US call for President Biden to strike against Iran, can the president retaliate without escalating tension in the Middle East?
Episode 21
Done deal in Northern Ireland?
January 30, 2024
Stormont looks ready to assemble again after nearly two years, following a new deal approved by the DUP - but what are the details? With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 22
Donaldson's Big Gamble
January 31, 2024
Can the DUP's Sir Jeffrey Donaldson take his party with him into the new power-sharing arrangement in Northern Ireland? With Kirsty Wark.
Episode 23
Manhunt Underway After 'Acid Attack'
February 1, 2024
A woman and her two daughters were attacked by a man with a corrosive substance, with the police hunting a suspect known to the victims. How common are these attacks and what can be done to stop violence against women in the UK? With Kirsty Wark.
Episode 24
The alkali attack manhunt
February 2, 2024
Two days on, how has Abdul Ezedi managed to evade arrest? In Newcastle, where Ezedi lives, we ask if the asylum seeker system fit for purpose. Plus Eddie Kadi and Morravey on Afrobeats being recognised at the Grammys. With Kirsty Wark.
Episode 25
King Charles Announcement
February 5, 2024
Reaction to the King's cancer diagnosis. Is the Palace taking a new approach to discussing the monarch's health? With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 26
'Scandal Bigger Than Thalidomide' Payout?
February 6, 2024
Parents of thousands of children born with disabilities after their mothers took the drug Valproate to control their epilepsy have been campaigning for a new compensation scheme. Two join Newsnight live.
Episode 27
A Defining Moment For Labour?
February 7, 2024
The Labour Party are to scale back their plan to invest £28 billion in green policies if they win the general election expected this year. Has Keir Starmer bowed too readily to criticism from opponents or moved sensibly to protect his party's economic credibility?
Episode 28
Labour's £28bn U-turn
February 8, 2024
The fallout from Labour's £28bn U-turn on green spending. Are they still planning to spend the money without making it a pledge? Our editors pore over the politics, the economics and the net zero implications. With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 29
Jailed Imran Khan 'wins' Pakistan Election
February 9, 2024
Pakistan is in political turmoil yet again. Despite the Muslim League's Nawaz Sharif claiming a fourth victory, it's claimed independents loyal to his rival - the jailed Imran Khan who is not allowed to campaign under his party's name - have emerged as the largest political force. With Kirsty Wark.
Episode 30
Labour Ditches Rochdale Candidate
February 12, 2024
The party says they received information about new comments allegedly made by Azhar Ali. Where does this leave Keir Starmer's mission to "rip out anti-Semitism by its roots"?
Episode 31
Rafah Assault By Israel Looms
February 13, 2024
Tensions rise over a possible Israeli offensive on Rafah as the UN warns it could lead to a slaughter. With Kirsty Wark.
Episode 32
Antisemitism in politics
February 14, 2024
As a Conservative mayor is expelled over antisemitism, will party divisions on the Israel-Gaza war erupt over a ceasefire vote? With Kirsty Wark.
Episode 33
Polls Close at Two By-elections
February 15, 2024
On the day Britain fell into recession, polls close in two by-elections. Will there be any crumbs of comfort for Rishi Sunak at the ballot box? With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 34
Alexei Navalny Dies in Jail
February 16, 2024
The man some said Vladimir Putin wouldn't dare to kill is reported dead. Does Alexei Navalny's death show the Russian president's total power or does it give him a political headache? With Katie Razzall.
Episode 35
Navalny's Widow Vows to Fight
February 19, 2024
Following the death of her husband, Yulia Navalnaya blames president Putin. Will Russians support her call to stand with her? With Kirsty Wark.
Episode 36
Gaza Ceasefire Back on the Political Menu?
February 20, 2024
Prince William calls for an 'end to the fighting' ahead of a crucial Commons vote tomorrow. Has the UK's stance on a Gaza ceasefire shifted? With Kirsty Wark.
Episode 37
Chaos in the Commons
February 21, 2024
The House of Commons Speaker's defiance of convention helps solve Starmer's Gaza ceasefire vote problem. Did Lindsay Hoyle fold under pressure? Some Tories and the SNP are furious. What will the fallout be? With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 38
Can Commons Speaker Keep His Job?
February 22, 2024
Pressure is building from the SNP and Conservatives following yesterday’s debate. Are concerns over MPs safety shaping the political agenda? With Faisal Islam.
Episode 39
Is Ukraine Losing Its War?
February 23, 2024
Kyiv says it is being starved of the ammunition it needs as Ukraine enters the third year of war against Russia. Will the west step up efforts against an oil-funded Russia running a full war economy?
Episode 40
Do the Tories Have an Islamophobia Problem?
February 26, 2024
The PM says comments made by his Conservative colleagues were ‘wrong’ but denies the party has an Islamophobia issue. Far right propaganda has surged on the dark web after the 7 October attacks. And victims of the infected blood scandal are still awaiting their compensation. With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 41
Where is Post Office Compensation?
February 27, 2024
Claims and counter claims at a hearing about the Post Office scandal. With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 42
PM Warns of 'Mob Rule'
February 28, 2024
Rishi Sunak has warned of attempts to 'hijack the democratic process through force itself'. He’s told police that they must use the powers that they have or risk losing the confidence of the public. Are the fears well-founded? Or is No 10 trying to make a wedge issue out of the recent protests for political gain?
Episode 43
How Police Failed Sarah Everard
February 29, 2024
A new inquiry looking into the circumstances that led to Sarah Everard's murder highlights police failings that allowed her killer to take up high profile jobs within the Met Police, and how more than one police body 'repeatedly failed' to identify obvious warning signs. With Katie Razzall.
Episode 44
Sunak: Galloway Victory 'Beyond Alarming'
March 1, 2024
The PM responds to the Rochdale by-election result with a speech about extremism. With Faisal Islam.
Episode 45
On the Road: 04/03/2024
March 4, 2024
Ahead of the budget, Newsnight is in Doncaster East and the Isle of Axholme to hear from a live audience about their priorities and speak to a panel of politicians. With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 46
Budget Eve
March 5, 2024
A look ahead to the Budget. Plus Super Tuesday in the States. And the impact of council cuts on culture. With Kirsty Wark.
Episode 47
Budget Day
March 6, 2024
Tax cuts at the expense of public services? Has the budget shifted the political dial? With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 48
America Steps Into Gaza
March 7, 2024
As ceasefire talks fail, Joe Biden will announce America is to build a new port on the Gaza coast, to unblock the flow of aid stuck behind the Egyptian border. With Ben Chu.
Episode 49
Is More Defence Spending a Luxury?
March 8, 2024
In a dangerous decade for the world, must we now spend more on defence? Or should we just spend better?
Episode 50
On the Road: 11/03/2024
March 11, 2024
In this instalment of Newsnight’s pre-general election coverage, Kirsty Wark is in Paisley and Renfrewshire North with a live audience and a panel of politicians.
Episode 51
Tory Donor's Alleged Remarks 'Racist'
March 12, 2024
24 hours after the story broke, the prime minister has condemned remarks allegedly made by a Tory donor, about the MP Diane Abbott, as 'racist and wrong'. With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 52
Sunak's Plans to Curb 'Extremism'
March 13, 2024
As the government prepares to expand its definition of extremism in response to 'a rise in extremists who are trying to hijack our democracy', will the response be proportionate or is it an attempt to score political points?
Episode 53
New Definition of 'Extremism'
March 14, 2024
Will the PM's new rules help or hinder the fight against extremism? The government's independent reviewer of terror legislation tells us the new definition 'isn't very clear'.
Episode 54
Giving Russia's $300 billion to Kyiv
March 15, 2024
With the G7 freezing $300 billion in Russian state assets, should all that money now be handed to Ukraine to pay for the war? With Faisal Islam.
Episode 55
On the Road: 18/03/2024
March 18, 2024
With a general election on the horizon, Newsnight hits the road again, this time in Wales. Victoria Derbyshire is in Monmouthshire with a live audience and a panel of politicians.
Episode 56
19/03/2024
March 19, 2024
The day's important national and international news stories. With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 57
Can the Rwanda Bill Save Sunak?
March 20, 2024
As the PM meets his backbenchers, are the wolves circling? Or is talk of a leadership challenge overblown? With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 58
Labour's Deputy Leader and the Tax Row
March 21, 2024
Labour's deputy leader Angela Rayner speaks at length to Newsnight on the question of whether she paid all the taxes due on the sale of her home.
Episode 59
The Princess of Wales's Cancer Announcement
March 22, 2024
The Princess of Wales tells the world that she is being treated for cancer. With the King also suffering from cancer, where does that leave the day to day work of the monarchy?
Episode 60
On the Road: 25/03/2024
March 25, 2024
Kirsty Wark is in Duxford, south Cambridgeshire, with a live audience and a panel of politicians.
Episode 61
Baltimore's Key Bridge Collapses
March 26, 2024
The latest from Baltimore as the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapses after a container ship crashes into it. And how free is childcare in England? With Kirsty Wark.
Episode 62
What a Mess
March 27, 2024
Who's to blame for all the dumping of raw sewage in England's rivers and seas? With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 63
Is the Tide Turning Against Privatisation?
March 28, 2024
As shareholders of Thames Water refuse to put up half a billion pounds towards a rescue plan, could it - and other utility companies - be renationalised? With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 64
British Aid Workers Killed in Gaza Strike
April 2, 2024
Western allies of Israel are calling for answers after seven aid workers were killed in an IDF air strike in Gaza. Three British nationals were among them. With Faisal Islam.
Episode 65
Is Israel Now Heading For Early Elections?
April 3, 2024
As the international community condemns Israel for the air strike that killed seven aid workers, the National Unity Party leader – war cabinet minister Benny Gantz – calls for an early election. But would a September poll – two years earlier than Netanyahu’s term is due to end – restore public trust and prevent a rift in the nation? With Kirsty Wark.
Episode 66
An Arms Embargo on Israel?
April 4, 2024
Will Israel care, or even notice, if the UK bans arms sales? What would happen if the big players in Germany and the United States followed suit? With Kirsty Wark.
Episode 67
A Turning Point in Gaza?
April 5, 2024
Israel admits its faults in the death of aid workers and promises to open up more routes into the Gaza Strip. Is American pressure now forcing a turning point in this war?
Episode 68
Police Unprotection
April 8, 2024
Why have so many women been killed despite having contact with the police? With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 69
Wragg Resigns
April 9, 2024
The MP at the heart of Westminster honeytrap plot resigns the Conservative whip. With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 70
Transgender NHS report: 'A system failure'
April 10, 2024
'We’ve let them down because the research isn’t good enough and we haven’t got good data', so said Doctor Hilary Cass whose landmark review into gender identity services for children and young people was published today. Where does all that leave trans services?
Episode 71
The Death of OJ Simpson
April 11, 2024
OJ Simpson was arguably the greatest American football player of all time. Famously acquitted of killing his ex-wife, he was a film star and convicted burglar as well. The programme looks back at a life of more dramas and tragedies than a dozen average celebrities.
Episode 72
Rayner under investigation
April 12, 2024
The deputy leader of the Labour Party says she will resign if she is found to have committed a criminal offence. How much trouble is she in?
Episode 73
Iran ups the stakes
April 15, 2024
Israel’s allies urge prime minister Netanyahu to 'take the win' and respond calmly to Iran’s weekend attack. Israel has vowed that Tehran will 'pay the price' for its actions. What happens now? Plus, as the Rwanda Bill inches closer to entering the statute book, Newsnight speaks to a senior Tory MP about whether it could change the party’s electoral fortunes. With Kirsty Wark.
Episode 74
A 'smoke-free generation'?
April 16, 2024
The Commons has passed a bill making it illegal for people born in or after 2009 to buy tobacco. With Kirsty Wark.
Episode 75
Rwanda: When Will Flights Take Off?
April 17, 2024
As the Rwanda bill finally makes it through parliament, how soon will flights take off, and what are the obstacles in the way?
Episode 76
Sturgeon's Husband Charged
April 18, 2024
The husband of former first minister Nicola Sturgeon has been charged in connection with the embezzlement of funds from the Scottish National Party. What happens now? With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 77
A critical vote on Ukraine
April 19, 2024
After months of stand-offs and stalling, the US House of Representatives will vote on a crucial aid package that could set the course for the war in Ukraine. Ukraine’s prime minister has said that a Russian victory could trigger World War III, so why are so many in Congress reluctant to sign off on it? With Kirsty Wark.
Episode 78
Parliament's late-night Rwanda votes
April 22, 2024
Newsnight is live in Westminster as the 'ping-pong' between Commons and Lords over the Safety of Rwanda Bill stretches into the night. The prime minister says planes will take migrants to the country 'come what may' - but not for 10 to 12 weeks. Also, the opening arguments in Donald Trump's hush money trial. With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 79
Ukraine: Is Money Enough to Win the War?
April 23, 2024
Rishi Sunak travels to Poland announcing a £70 billion boost in defence spending and has earmarked £500m for Ukraine aid – will it make a difference? A former armed forces minister joins Newsnight live. Plus, after five people died trying to cross the Channel, Newsnight speaks to someone who made that same journey. And, the Charlatan's Tim Burgess on the state of the UK's music industry. With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 80
Should the Trains Be Renationalised?
April 24, 2024
Labour have promised to bring the railways back into public ownership, but will it make the trains run on time? With Faisal Islam.
Episode 81
Scotland's coalition collapses
April 25, 2024
This morning, the surprise news of the SNP/Green coalition in Edinburgh collapsing like a soufflé. At bedtime, what's left of Humza Yousaf's administration? With Kirsty Wark.
Episode 82
King to Resume Public Duties
April 26, 2024
The Palace says King Charles will resume public engagements, following encouraging progress in his cancer treatment. With Kirsty Wark.
Episode 83
Wanted: A New SNP Leader
April 29, 2024
Kirsty Wark is in Glasgow following the news of Humza Yousaf's resignation. With Victoria Derbyshire in London.
Episode 84
Sword Killing Renews Ban Call
April 30, 2024
Following a sword attack in London, Victoria Derbyshire talks to the mother of a murdered 16-year-old boy. She's calling for a ban on the weapon.
Episode 85
Student Gaza Protests Turn Violent
May 1, 2024
In America, pro-Palestinian encampments are cleared by police, while at others there are clashes with counter-protesters. With echoes of 1968, will this turn into an election decider for Trump and Biden?
Episode 86
Election Night Starts Here
May 2, 2024
After polls close in local and mayoral elections across England, the first word from the parties, plus election guru Sir John Curtice. With Kirsty Wark.
Episode 87
The Morning After: Elections and Sunak?
May 3, 2024
As the dust clears on the last big vote before the General Election, do the tea leaves give hope to Sunak or predict a Tory wipeout?
Episode 88
07/05/2024
May 7, 2024
Israeli troops enter Rafah, so where does that leave a ceasefire agreement?
Episode 89
Tory Defection: A Problem for Labour?
May 8, 2024
Conservative MP Natalie Elphicke defected to the Labour Party today. So why are some Labour MPs unhappy?
Episode 90
Will Stormy Daniels trial help or harm Trump?
May 9, 2024
Stormy Daniels is into her second day of testimony in a New York court for Donald Trump's hush-money trial. Will the outcome wreck his tilt at the White House or boost it?
Episode 91
America and Israel at loggerheads
May 10, 2024
With peace talks stalled, Israel is expanding its operations in Gaza, and its rift with the Biden administration deepens. With Mark Urban.
Episode 92
Unpaid Carers Asked to Repay Benefits
May 13, 2024
A special edition in which Victoria Derbyshire talks to carers who've been sent demands to repay an allowance.
Episode 93
Protests in Georgia
May 14, 2024
Protesters have clashed with riot police in Georgia, as its parliament passes a divisive new law. With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 94
Who Shot the Slovak Prime Minister?
May 15, 2024
As the Slovakian prime minister fights for his life after an assassination attempt, who was responsible and why? With Kirsty Wark.
Episode 95
The Schoolchildren Killed by Infected Blood
May 16, 2024
In the 1970s and 1980s, Lord Mayor Treloar College in Hampshire gave haemophiliac pupils new blood treatments. But the blood was contaminated with HIV and hepatitis. At least 72 pupils have since died. We talk to four survivors of what's been called the worst treatment disaster in NHS history. With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 96
What went wrong with UK water?
May 17, 2024
As Devon residents are forced to boil their contaminated water, the financial crisis at Thames threatens a different kind of problem. What went wrong with UK water?
Episode 97
Infected blood 'day of shame’
May 20, 2024
UK prime minister Rishi Sunak calls it a ‘a day of shame’ after the Infected Blood Scandal Inquiry chair report finds deliberate cover-ups by successive governments. And the ICC seeks arrest warrants for the Israeli PM and Hamas leaders.
Episode 98
What went wrong on Singapore Airlines flight SQ321?
May 21, 2024
The day's important national and international news stories. With Kirsty Wark.
Episode 99
Sunak gambles on summer election
May 22, 2024
A rain-soaked launch that will stick in the memory and a surprised Westminster, but why go to the country now? What does this campaign hold in store? With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 100
Day one on the campaign trail
May 23, 2024
The parties lay out their offerings. What have they got to tempt in the voters? With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 101
Gove Quits Parliament
May 24, 2024
Cabinet minister Michael Gove becomes the latest of more than 70 Tory MPs to stand down from parliament. What could be the reason? With Faisal Islam.
Episode 102
Is Abbott barred?
May 28, 2024
Diane Abbott has been readmitted as a Labour MP, after Newsnight revealed that the party's investigation into her comments about racism was completed five months ago. But will she stand at the general election?
Episode 103
The Diane Abbott Row Deepens
May 29, 2024
The Hackney MP gets back the Labour whip but says she's been banned from standing in the election. Starmer says that's not true. Who's right and what do voters make of it?
Episode 104
Trump found guilty
May 30, 2024
As we come on air, former president Donald Trump is found guilty in a New York criminal court of falsifying business records. Will it help him or stop him getting elected in November?
Episode 105
Trump fights the law
May 31, 2024
As Donald Trump attacks the New York court that found him guilty in his hush money case, is his party declaring war on the US legal system?
Episode 106
03/06/2024
June 3, 2024
The day's important national and international news stories. With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 107
Election debate: who won?
June 4, 2024
We bring you rapid reaction after Rishi Sunak and Keir Starmer faced off in their first election TV debate in Salford. The Conservatives and Labour join us live from the spin room - with panellists Piers Morgan and Mick Lynch in the studio throughout.
Episode 108
The election campaign gets dirty
June 5, 2024
The Labour leader accuses the prime minister of lying over his tax claims as the election starts getting rough.
Episode 109
Is the Farage Effect a Thing?
June 6, 2024
Opinion polls show Reform creeping up the charts. What happens if that reaches the ballot box? With Kirsty Wark.
Episode 110
Mordaunt Defends Sunak
June 7, 2024
After the PM apologises for his early departure from the D-Day commemoration, his Conservative colleague Penny Mordaunt faces off against six other party representatives in the BBC's Election debate. With Faisal Islam.
Episode 111
Will Rishi Sunak Make a Manifesto Gamble?
June 10, 2024
Is there a big surprise in the Tory manifesto that could take the heat off Rishi Sunak, after what many see as the biggest blunder in recent political history? With Kirsty Wark.
Episode 112
11/06/2024
June 11, 2024
The day's important national and international news stories. With Kirsty Wark.
Episode 113
Starmer v Sunak Round 2
June 12, 2024
The rivals for Number Ten are back in front of the cameras tonight in Grimsby. Newsnight is in the spin room for the post match analysis. With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 114
The Return of the Magnificent 7
June 13, 2024
The seven-headed election debate is back for more. Who will win this time, and does it even cut through with voters? And we pick out the bones from the Labour manifesto. With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 115
Don't Mention Brexit
June 14, 2024
The last election was the Brexit election... why is this one the anything-but-Brexit election? A pro-European Labour MP talks about Keir Starmer's plans for UK-EU relations. Plus, what can the parties' social media campaigns tell us about the state of the race?
Episode 116
Reform in the Spotlight
June 17, 2024
Nigel Farage's Reform UK unveil their policies, but do their numbers add up? Also, new figures suggest the two-child benefit cap will plunge half a million children into relative poverty. With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 117
Major Tory Donor to Back Labour
June 18, 2024
The billionaire John Caudwell, who donated £500,000 to the Conservatives before the last election, reveals he is voting Labour for the first time. With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 118
Health Special: Live in Birmingham
June 19, 2024
Victoria Derbyshire is joined by an audience of voters to ask the big four parties how they plan to save the NHS.
Episode 119
The election betting row grows
June 20, 2024
As Rishi Sunak takes the stage in the latest TV debate, his director of campaigning Tony Lee is being looked into by the Gambling Commission over an alleged bet on the election date. Following on from the PM's aide Craig Williams admitting a huge error of judgement over election betting, what does it say about Downing Street culture? With Kirsty Wark.
Episode 120
Are politicians ignoring young voters?
June 21, 2024
Sunak offers national service and Starmer has rent reform. Who's going to get the vote of the young and the old, and which one counts for more on 4 July? With Kirsty Wark.
Episode 121
How Damaging is the Gambling Row?
June 24, 2024
Have the Tories closed down the betting row or is there more to come? Plus, as small boats crossings reach a record high, do any parties have a credible plan? With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 122
Election Date Betting Scandal Deepens
June 25, 2024
Newsnight learns up to 15 Conservative Party candidates and officials are being scrutinised for alleged betting on the timing of the general election. With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 123
Starmer v Sunak
June 26, 2024
Eight days to polling day, as Sunak and Starmer face off for the last time. Is there anything now that can move the dial on the public's decision?
Episode 124
Biden and Trump face off in the big rematch
June 27, 2024
In Atlanta the two heavyweights of US politics clash for the first time since 2020. Will Biden's age or Trump's rap sheet decide the day, or will it be something else entirely?
Episode 125
Live in Glasgow
June 28, 2024
The day's important national and international news stories. With Kirsty Wark. Six days to polling day, Newsnight is in Glasgow to ask voters what they want from the next government.
Episode 126
Election week begins
July 1, 2024
With 56 hours until polls open, the leaders are out campaigning for every single vote - but what's really going on behind the scenes? Our panel of insiders provides insight and analysis.
Episode 127
02/07/2024
July 2, 2024
The day's important national and international news stories. With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 128
The night before the big day
July 3, 2024
Election Day looms. What are the predictions for Sunak, Starmer and the five other parties all looking to change the country's fortunes?
Episode 129
After the Political Earthquake
July 5, 2024
One day on from an historic election result, Newsnight has insight and analysis of the new political reality. How will Labour use its new super-sized majority? And can the Tories and the SNP rebuild after their support fell through the floor? With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 130
Labour’s prisoner dilemma
July 8, 2024
How many inmates will Labour have to release in England and Wales - and when - to relieve our overcrowded prisons? We speak to a former justice secretary and the domestic abuse commissioner. With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 131
Joe Biden Fights For Political Survival
July 9, 2024
It's a make-or-break week for Joe Biden. The US president is fighting for his political survival, as he hosts leaders around the world for a Nato summit. With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 132
Biden meets Starmer
July 10, 2024
The president and the prime minister meet in Washington as pressure mounts on Joe Biden to drop out of the fight with Trump. Also, Tony Blair on Ukraine, his experience dealing with Vladimir Putin, and ‘woke’ politics. With Kirsty Wark.
Episode 133
The Pressure Mounts on Joe Biden
July 11, 2024
The demands that Joe Biden step aside as presidential candidate grow ever louder ahead of a potentially make-or-break press conference. As the Nato summit ends, can the US commander-in-chief really do his job for four more years? With Kirsty Wark.
Episode 134
Biden on the Brink?
July 12, 2024
On Kirsty Wark's last Newsnight, how close is Joe Biden's candidacy to imploding after his latest senior moments? We're joined by actor Alan Cumming and podcaster Lewis Goodall.
Episode 135
Trump Picks Former Critic as Running Mate
July 15, 2024
Donald Trump has named the senator of Ohio - and one-time critic - JD Vance as his running mate. What does that tell us about his electoral strategy? With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 136
Rebellion Brews over King’s Speech
July 16, 2024
Labour MPs seek to force a vote on the two-child benefit cap – how much pressure is Keir Starmer under? Plus, we’re live from the Republican National Convention. With Katie Razzall.
Episode 137
Can Labour deliver?
July 17, 2024
The King read a speech full of Keir Starmer's aspirations, but how will the new government turn manifesto promises into results?
Episode 138
Is time up for Biden?
July 18, 2024
Joe Biden has covid while rumours sweep Washington that he's considering pulling out of the presidential race. Is it true, and when might it happen?
Episode 139
Biden: Digging in or getting out?
July 19, 2024
Joe Biden was reportedly set to discuss an exit plan with his family, but tonight the president insists he is looking forward to more campaigning. What’s going on? Plus, the latest on the IT glitch that caused chaos across the world. With Christian Fraser.
Episode 140
Who is Kamala Harris?
July 22, 2024
After the dramatic withdrawal of Joe Biden from the US presidential race, Newsnight asks who might win in Trump v Harris. And what do we know about the Democrats’ new presumptive nominee? With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 141
Starmer's First Rebellion
July 23, 2024
The prime minister suspends seven of his MPs for voting against the government on the two-child benefit cap. What does it tell us about how Sir Keir Starmer will govern?
Episode 142
Who will lead the Tories?
July 24, 2024
The firing gun on the Tory leadership contest has been started, with some party figures warning of an ‘existential crisis’ for the party. What could the outcome mean for British politics? Plus, with shoplifting at a 20-year high, we explore what is behind the rise and whether things could get worse for our high streets. With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 143
Manchester Airport Kicking
July 25, 2024
With protests in Rochdale after a man was hospitalised from a policeman kicking and stamping on his head at Manchester Airport, the mayor and home secretary caution against a rush to judgement. Is this another blow to the public’s trust in the police? With Christian Fraser.
Episode 144
Paris Olympics: Sabotage and Spectacle
July 26, 2024
Trainline vandals try to disrupt the Paris Olympics, as a spectacular opening ceremony, and security operation, get underway. And do Labour’s claims of a £20bn fiscal 'black hole' ring true? With Katie Razzall.
Episode 145
Two children killed in Southport attack
July 29, 2024
How could a dance workshop for primary school children become a scene of such tragedy? We speak to the Bishop of Liverpool and a councillor who grew up on the street where the attack took place. With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 146
30/07/2024
July 30, 2024
The day's important national and international news stories. With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 147
What Did BBC Know About Huw Edwards?
July 31, 2024
As Huw Edwards, the former lead presenter of BBC News, pleads guilty to receiving indecent images of children, how much did the corporation know while still paying him a £475,000 salary? With Christian Fraser.
Episode 148
Edwards: Did the BBC Do Enough?
August 1, 2024
A BBC employee who complained about Huw Edwards's behaviour tells Newsnight the corporation's investigation was 'deeply disappointing', as the BBC director general defends his handling of Huw Edwards. With Katie Razzall.
Episode 149
Police brace for further disorder
August 2, 2024
After the unrest in Southport, police forces around England have warned about the potential for more disorder. Is disinformation fuelling the protests? What is the impact on local communities? Has the police response been effective so far? With Katie Razzall.
Episode 150
How Should We Respond to the Riots?
August 5, 2024
After a week of riots in towns and cities, is enough being done by the Government and police to keep us safe? With Katie Razzall.
Episode 151
Who is Tim Walz?
August 6, 2024
Will Kamala Harris’s running mate pick be enough to get her to the White House? With Katie Razzall.
Episode 152
Police Fear Disturbances Across England
August 7, 2024
Shop owners board up their windows and police warn that they are preparing for riots again tonight. Why do they think something will happen?
Episode 153
Why Did the Riots Happen?
August 8, 2024
After nine days of riot, protest and counter-protest, why did it all happen, and is it over? With Katie Razzall.
Episode 154
Will Starmer Toughen Social Media Laws?
August 9, 2024
The PM says he will review social media regulations, with growing questions about whether disinformation on tech platforms helped to fuel recent unrest. But with Elon Musk comparing the approach to Soviet Russia, does more really need to be done? With Anna Foster.
Episode 155
What Went Wrong in the Calocane Case?
August 12, 2024
A doctor warned three years before the Nottingham attacks that Valdo Calocane's mental illness was so severe he could 'end up killing someone'. So how was he able to go on to kill three people? We speak to a campaigner for the families of his victims. With Katie Razzall.
Episode 156
Middle East on the Brink?
August 13, 2024
As the US secretary of state postpones his trip to the region, is Iran set to ignore pleas from western leaders and strike back against Israel?
Episode 157
Ukraine Incursion: How Will Putin Respond?
August 14, 2024
Nine days after Ukrainian forces began their incursion into Russian territory, Kyiv says troops are continuing their advance. How will Vladimir Putin respond to this embarrassment? Does Ukraine’s gamble actually increase the risk of Russian escalation? And, could Brussels really be out to rein in Elon Musk and X? With Faisal Islam.
Episode 158
Can Middle East peace talks deliver?
August 15, 2024
As Iran prepares to attack Israel, Hamas declines to attend peace talks. What more can Israel do in Gaza to achieve their war aims? WIth Paddy O'Connell.
Episode 159
Is Labour Caving to the Unions?
August 16, 2024
With Labour green-lighting pay settlements for train drivers and junior doctors, and more strikes announced today, Labour is facing accusations it has lost control of public sector pay. Has it? With Paddy O’Connell.
Episode 160
Multimillionaire Goes Missing on Yacht
August 19, 2024
British tech entrepreneur Mike Lynch and his 18-year-old daughter are missing following a freak storm on the coast of Sicily - Newsnight speaks to a journalist who captured his extraordinary story a month before. Plus, as the Democratic National Convention kicks off in Chicago, what's Kamala Harris's pitch to voters? With Adam Fleming.
Episode 161
20/08/2024
August 20, 2024
The day's important national and international news stories. With Adam Fleming.
Episode 162
21/08/2024
August 21, 2024
The day's important national and international news stories. With Nick Watt.
Episode 163
Kamala Harris takes the stage
August 22, 2024
On the final night of the Democratic National Convention, Kamala Harris is set to make the most important speech of her life. What does she need to do to win over America? With Paddy O’Connell.
Episode 164
A pensioner revolt? Starmer feels the heat
August 23, 2024
As energy prices are set to rise by an average of 10%, the pressure grows for Keir Starmer over his decision to cut winter fuel allowances for most pensioners. We speak to consumer champion Martin Lewis. With Paddy O’Connell.
Episode 165
Has Starmer Signalled Austerity 2.0?
August 27, 2024
The PM warns in his start-of-term speech of 'short term pain for long term good' in the autumn budget. Would spending cuts and tax rises amount to another round of austerity? Plus, fascinating Newsnight archive of Oasis, as they announce their reunion. With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 166
Can Starmer's Brexit 'reset' work?
August 28, 2024
The PM claims that the UK has a 'once-in-a-generation opportunity' to turn a 'corner on Brexit'. But with so many red lines already drawn, can his intended reset achieve anything of substance? Also, the mothers of Caroline Flack and Anisha Vidal-Garner, who say their privacy has been invaded by newspapers. With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 167
Harris and Walz give their first big interview
August 29, 2024
US vice-president Kamala Harris gives her first interview since formally becoming the Democratic Party's nominee for president alongside her running mate, Minnesota governor Tim Walz. With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 168
30/08/2024
August 30, 2024
The day's important national and international news stories. With Christian Fraser.
Episode 169
What do the Tory contenders believe?
September 2, 2024
Two big hitters launch their Conservative leadership campaigns, with James Cleverly focusing on policy, and Kemi Badenoch on principles. What do they believe in? Plus, we hear from the relative of Israeli Carmel Gat, one of six hostages found dead in Gaza over the weekend, after being seized by Hamas on 7 October. With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 170
Horror in the Channel
September 3, 2024
A pregnant woman and six children are among the dead as a small boat capsizes. Can the government stop the boats and the deaths? MPs will get the chance to vote next week on whether they support or oppose the government's plan to scrap winter fuel payments for millions of pensioners. Victoria Derbyshire talks to one Labour MP urging her party to rethink their decision.
Episode 171
Grenfell Tower Report: Who Is to Blame?
September 4, 2024
The official report into the Grenfell Tower fire is finally published, seven years after 72 people lost their lives. Who takes the blame for their deaths? We talk to survivors and those who lost loved ones. With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 172
Can Keir Starmer Win the First 100 Days?
September 5, 2024
The new prime minister has an autumn inbox that few of his predecessors would envy. How will he compare to the best and worst who've held the keys to No 10? And are British universities on the edge of a financial crisis? With Faisal Islam.
Episode 173
Can Labour Handle the Unions?
September 6, 2024
Keir Starmer addresses the trade unions next week, facing Tory claims he's writing them blank cheques. What's the truth? And we talk to an eyewitness about what really happened in a block of flats ten days ago where the cladding caught fire. With Paddy O' Connell
Episode 174
No U-Turns on Winter Fuel or Prisoners
September 9, 2024
No. 10 says it has no choice but to carry out controversial polices on means testing winter fuel payments and allowing early prisoner releases to ease overcrowding. With Faisal Islam.
Episode 175
10/09/2024
September 10, 2024
The day's important national and international news stories. With Katie Razzall.
Episode 176
Govt's NHS report: First reaction
September 11, 2024
In a government report published as we go on air, the surgeon tasked with assessing the NHS gives his verdict. How will Keir Starmer respond? And two teenage boys stabbed to death 15 years apart. Why has so little changed in the fight against knife crime? We ask their fathers. With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 177
Will Starmer take on the unions?
September 12, 2024
The Prime Minister has said he will reform the NHS - whether unions like it or not. We talk to RMT union leader Mick Lynch. And we ask Grammy- and Oscar-winning R&B star John Legend about Harris, Trump, Musk and abortion. With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 178
Putin threatens war
September 13, 2024
As Starmer meets Biden in the Oval office to discuss Ukraine - we ask what would a Harris - or Trump - victory mean for the west? And it's Succession for real as the Murdochs head to court over the future of the media empire after Rupert Murdoch's death. With Katie Razzall.
Episode 179
Huw Edwards: Sentenced
September 16, 2024
Disgraced BBC presenter Huw Edwards is handed a six-month suspended sentence after pleading guilty to making indecent images of children. What are the questions remaining for the BBC, and has it learned the lessons of the past? With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 180
Diane Abbott: Political Survivor
September 17, 2024
In an exclusive BBC interview, Labour MP Diane Abbott tells Newsnight that she felt she was treated as a 'non-person' by Sir Keir Starmer. She also talks about death threats, being suspended and what she really thinks about the prime minister. With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 181
Hezbollah and the Exploding Pagers
September 18, 2024
After blasts targeting terror group Hezbollah with compromised pagers, now Lebanon is rocked by exploding walkie-talkies. As fingers point at Israel, is conflict set to escalate? What’s Israel’s strategy? Plus, Keir Starmer and the freebies - what’s going on behind the door of No 10? With Jo Coburn.
Episode 182
Will Hezbollah Hit Back at Israel?
September 19, 2024
The Hezbollah leader calls the pager attack a declaration of war – could it become a regional conflict? And Keir Starmer's messy week of leaks, expense rows and feuds. He says he's in charge. Is he? With Paddy O'Connell.
Episode 183
Economics of fear
September 20, 2024
As consumer confidence slumps, is the government's gloomy economic message sapping all enthusiasm for the British economy? Plus Israel strikes Beirut; what is ordinary life like in the city? With Christian Fraser.
Episode 184
Chancellor: ‘Best Days Ahead’
September 23, 2024
As Labour gathers for its first conference since becoming the party of government, the chancellor has talked up Britain’s economic prospects. But will her optimism be enough to blow away the gloom after repeated warnings about tough decisions to come? With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 185
The PM pleads for patience
September 24, 2024
In his first speech to a Labour Party conference as prime minister, Sir Keir Starmer has promised 'national renewal', but warned it will take time. Will voters hear his plea for patience? Live from Liverpool with Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 186
Remembering the Nova Festival Attack
September 25, 2024
Victoria Derbyshire talks to two Israeli survivors of the Nova Festival terror attack on 7 October 2023. Also on Newsnight, as tensions rise between Israel and Hezbollah, will it lead to cross-border ground attacks?
Episode 187
Can the UN stop a wider Middle East war?
September 26, 2024
Can world leaders talk Israel and Hezbollah down from a ground war in Lebanon - and wider regional conflict in the Middle East? We go live as Keir Starmer addresses the UN. And Zelensky visits the US and rows with Trump over support for Ukraine. With Paddy O'Connell.
Episode 188
Labour's Budget Briefing
September 27, 2024
Details emerge of next month's budget - more investment in big projects, more borrowing and perhaps less of a tax rise than expected, what does this tell us about Labour's priorities? Plus, world leaders are meeting in New York - but is Trump Tower more of a draw than the UN?
Episode 189
Tory leadership race hots up
September 30, 2024
Are the gloves coming off in the contest to be the next Conservative leader? All the latest insight and analysis from the Conservative Party conference. With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 190
Iran attacks Israel
October 1, 2024
As Israel invades Lebanon, Iran launches hundreds of missiles on Israel. How dangerous is this moment for the world? Plus, with controversy raging at the Conservative conference in Birmingham, we speak to two leadership contenders. With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 191
Amanda Abbington Talks to Newsnight
October 2, 2024
Victoria Derbyshire interviews 'Strictly’ star Amanda Abbington in her first interview since the BBC apologised to her and upheld some of her complaints. BBC News has been told that while complaints of verbal bullying and harassment were upheld, claims of physical aggression were not. Newsnight understands the BBC made a finding that Giovanni Pernice more than likely than not gestured to his groin area during training but makes no finding in relation to whether he had an erection.
Episode 192
Britain Hands Back the Chagos Islands
October 3, 2024
Why are we giving back the Chagos Islands? And an interview with the lawyer for Nicola Bulley, whose body was found after a long search of the River Wyre in Lancashire last year. Did the media cross red lines in the way they covered the story? With Paddy O'Connell.
Episode 193
Where's the Middle East Conflict Heading?
October 4, 2024
As Biden calls on Israel to be careful about civilian casualties and the US launches fresh airstrikes on Yemen - how close are we to full-blown regional war? And on the day when the government commits billions to green energy, car manufacturers warn demand for eco-friendly electric vehicles is stalling, is Starmer's green growth push leaving the public behind? With Faisal Islam.
Episode 194
07/10/2024
October 7, 2024
The day's important national and international news stories. With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 195
08/10/2024
October 8, 2024
The day's important national and international news stories. With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 196
Hurricane Milton Hits
October 9, 2024
Hurricane Milton's storm surges with tornadoes spawning across Florida, described as the worst the state has been in a century, but how much of a political issue will it become? Newsnight speaks to the Mayor of St Petersburg live in the city's Emergency Operations Centre. Plus, after James Cleverly's shock exit in the Tory leadership contest, what happens next? With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 197
10/10/2024
October 10, 2024
The day's important national and international news stories. With Faisal Islam.
Episode 198
Starmer's Reset
October 11, 2024
Ahead of Keir Starmer's 100th day in office on Sunday, is his government getting back on track? Plus, Elon Musk goes all in on Donald Trump - could he swing the US Presidential Election?
Episode 199
Can Starmer Be Pro-business and Pro-worker?
October 14, 2024
Corporate giants descend on London for the government's big summit, promising billions in investment and thousands of new jobs. But can Keir Starmer deliver growth that is both pro-business and pro-worker? Plus, would a proposed new law to tackle phone addiction in teenagers actually work? With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 200
US Election: Harris v Trump – Why So Close?
October 15, 2024
With the US Presidential election only three weeks away, it’s the tightest race for the White House in decades. Newsnight speaks to Democrat and Republican insiders for insights on their strategies. Plus, proposals to give terminally ill people in England and Wales the right to choose to end their life will be introduced in Parliament. Newsnight talks to the MP behind it and her colleague who opposes it. With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 201
Anxiety Over Budget Spending Cuts
October 16, 2024
Newsnight hears from Cabinet sources on worries about Rachel Reeves' first budget. The programme discusses what it could mean for you. And should the NHS fund more weight-loss drugs to save money on treating the consequences of obesity? With Victoria Derbyshire
Episode 202
Hamas Leader Killed - What Now?
October 17, 2024
The IDF have killed Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar in Gaza. Is it the beginning of the end of the war or is the idea of Hamas harder to defeat than its leader? And Trump v Harris is too close to call. What do the candidates' movements tell us about where they think they need to fight the election? With Faisal Islam.
Episode 203
Is Starmer a World Leader?
October 18, 2024
Keir Starmer says Britain is back on the global stage. But with the world on the brink, does he have what it takes? And the government rules out a royal apology for Britain's role in the slave trade. Why would saying sorry make a difference? With Katie Razzall.
Episode 204
Trump: Two Weeks to go
October 21, 2024
Since footage emerged of Donald Trump doing a shift at a McDonald's drive-thru, we ask if the former president is lovin' it? Our expert panel gives insight on the historic campaign. Plus after an armed police officer was found not guilty of murdering Chris Kaba, who was shot and killed on a south London street two years ago, we speak to a former officer. With Adam Fleming.
Episode 205
Trump campaign accuses Labour of election interference
October 22, 2024
Is the 'special relationship' in jeopardy? We speak to the man tipped to become US secretary of state, if Trump wins, about the accusations. With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 206
Trump 'Admires Dictators'
October 23, 2024
Trump's former chief of staff John Kelly says the former president is an authoritarian, admires people who are dictators and falls into the general definition of a fascist. What does it mean for American democracy? With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 207
Harris Wheels Out Celebrity Backers
October 24, 2024
Bruce Springsteen, Samuel Jackson and Beyoncé turn up for Harris as the rallies ramp up, but what about the issues? Which ones are working for Trump and Harris? And TV host, Carrie Grant is the mother of four with special educational needs. Carrie tells Katie Razzall why the system is failing in England.
Episode 208
Harris v Trump: The Gender Split Between Voters
October 25, 2024
Donald Trump goes on the Joe Rogan podcast popular with young men, while Kamala Harris brings Beyoncé on stage. With the polls neck and neck, can the vote split of men versus women tip the election? With Adam Fleming.
Episode 209
Backlash After Trump Rally
October 28, 2024
Donald Trump's rally in New York is attacked as racist and misogynistic by Democrats. What does it tell us about his strategy eight days before polls close in this coin-toss race for the White House? Plus, how does Keir Starmer’s bus fares hike square with his claim to be looking out for working people? With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 210
Can Kamala Harris win on the economy?
October 29, 2024
Kamala Harris is preparing to make the speech of her life, at the very spot Donald Trump where told his supporters to fight on 6 January. But do voters care about anything other than the economy? Tory leadership contender Robert Jenrick controversially asks what the prime minister ‘knew about the Southport attacks'. This comes after Merseyside Police announced that the 18-year-old accused of murdering three girls is also facing a charge under the Terrorism Act. Insights from the Newsnight team with Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 211
Will Reeves's first budget succeed?
October 30, 2024
Rachel Reeves has revealed the budget that sets the tone for her ten-year project, but will it stand up to scrutiny this time next week? Victoria Derbyshire picks out the bones with economists, business leaders and politicians.
Episode 212
Harris v Trump: the Final Stretch
October 31, 2024
Five days out from the US presidential election, Newsnight lifts the lid on the Trump and Harris campaigns, and asks what might happen after polling day. Plus, how has the budget landed? With Jo Coburn.
Episode 213
Harris v Trump on 'violent rhetoric'
November 1, 2024
Four days to the US election, Donald Trump has suggested that Liz Cheney, one of his most vocal Republican critics, would not be a "radical war hawk" if she was in a war herself and had guns "trained on her face". Newsnight hears from one of his most high-profile supporters. And forget the undecideds, what counts is persuading the unmotivated to vote. Newsnight speaks live to Georgia's secretary of state Brad Raffensperger, the man Donald Trump pressured to overturn the 2020 result. Does he fear a repeat this time around? With Katie Razzall.
Episode 214
US Election 2024: Eve of Poll Special
November 4, 2024
On the eve of an era-defining presidential race, the United States feels divided like never before. Who's in prime position to win? And why does the threat of violence feel so close? Victoria Derbyshire is in Washington to take the pulse and speaks live to top guests including John Bolton, Rick Santorum, Alencia Johnson and Lakshya Jain.
Episode 215
US Election 2024: Is It Harris or Trump?
November 5, 2024
The big day has finally arrived in the Disunited States of America. Which half of the 50:50 nation will prevail? Newsnight's election night coverage comes live from Washington, with guests Sean Spicer, Ameshia Cross and Galen Druke. Presented by Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 216
How Did Donald Trump Take the White House?
November 6, 2024
A stunning political comeback - a landslide for Donald Trump as voters emphatically choose him to be the 47th president of the United States. What happens next for the nation and the world? With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 217
The power of Musk
November 7, 2024
What role will Elon Musk play in Donald Trump's new administration - and how will he use his new power? We talk to his father. Who else will president-elect Trump appoint to his top team and what can that tell us about his agenda? With Faisal Islam.
Episode 218
Israelis attacked in Amsterdam
November 8, 2024
Amsterdam's mayor has condemned 'hit and run' attacks on Israeli football fans visiting the city. What happened? Newsnight talks to a key eyewitness. And we assess Donald Trump's powers in his second term compared to his first. Why aren't there as many political or legal restraints to check him, and what does this mean? With Katie Razzall.
Episode 219
Crisis in the Church of England
November 11, 2024
Calls mount for the Archbishop of Canterbury to resign following the publication of the Makin review into the Church’s handling of abuser John Smyth. How long will Justin Welby stay in post? Plus, as COP29 opens in Baku today, Newsnight asks what President-Elect Trump’s policies mean for climate change. With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 220
Fall of an Archbishop
November 12, 2024
Justin Welby steps down as Archbishop of Canterbury, following criticism of his handling of a report into a prolific child abuser with ties to the Church of England. Newsnight asks a senior bishop if he should have gone sooner. Plus, a backer of the proposed assisted dying law. And top chef Heston Blumenthal on his bipolar diagnosis and why he can't watch The Bear. With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 221
13/11/2024
November 13, 2024
The day's important national and international news stories. With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 222
Trump Picks RFK Jr for Health
November 14, 2024
Donald Trump's latest controversial appointment is a vaccine sceptic who will be in charge of America's health. Who is Robert F Kennedy Jr, and what does his appointment tell us about the future president's agenda? With Paddy O'Connell.
Episode 223
Free Speech Debate Reignited
November 15, 2024
A police investigation into a journalist’s social media post sparks the return of the Great British free speech debate. And is Elon Musk's X damaged by his association with Donald Trump - and will Bluesky hoover up its former users? With Adam Fleming.
Episode 224
Farmers' Revolt
November 18, 2024
Tens of thousands of farmers are expected to descend onto Westminster to protest against Budget plans to make some of them pay inheritance tax - but how damaging will this be for the government? And, as President Biden gives permission for Ukraine to use long-range missiles inside Russia, we speak to Donald Trump's former security adviser. With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 225
Starmer v Farmers
November 19, 2024
Farmers bring Westminster to a standstill with their march against government plans to increase inheritance tax on some farms. Newsnight speaks to a Treasury minister and Jeremy Clarkson. Plus, new figures reveal thousands more pensioners could be pushed into fuel poverty. With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 226
Debate on Toxic Cultures in UK Institutions
November 20, 2024
Nadine Dorries and Harriet Harman on Newsnight. Plus, Ukraine fires UK missiles into Russia for the first time, what does the incoming Trump presidency mean for Nato’s allies in Europe? We hear from former head of the CIA General Petraeus. With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 227
P. Diddy: The Trial
November 21, 2024
One of the world's biggest rap stars, Sean 'Diddy' Combs is behind bars, accused of kidnapping and sex crimes. Expected in court on Friday 22, he's fighting to be released on bail. Newsnight speaks to a lawyer representing a singer who is suing him. And, as staff at the world's oldest Sunday newspaper, the Observer, vote to go on strike over its proposed sale to media startup Tortoise, is this the future of journalism? With Katie Razzall.
Episode 228
Martin Lewis Energy Bill Advice
November 22, 2024
The energy regulator Ofgem announces another rise in the energy price cap. With colder temperatures here, we ask Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis what the latest increase means for consumers. Plus, as the head of MI5 warns of Russian military intelligence efforts to disrupt Britain, we ask: what will Putin do next? With Nick Watt.
Episode 229
How will MPs vote on the assisted dying bill?
November 25, 2024
This week sees the debate on a proposal of one of the biggest societal changes in decades, the assisted dying bill. Newsnight speaks to one of the most high-profile opponents of the bill and gleans insight from panellists for it. Will a new specific criminal offence of drinks spiking reduce the number of attacks? We speak to a Love Island and an Apprentice star who had their drinks spiked.
Episode 230
Are pushy parents gaming the exam system?
November 26, 2024
As the government announces plans to get young people working, Newsnight speaks to the education secretary about youth unemployment and whether the exam system is being exploited. Israel announces a ceasefire with Hezbollah over fighting in Lebanon. What does it mean for the wider Middle East? Interviews and insight with Faisal Islam.
Episode 231
Will Chagos Deal Damage Trump Ties?
November 27, 2024
The UK government is scrambling to save its deal to cede control of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius, after criticism from the incoming Trump administration and the new Mauritian prime minister. Donald Trump's ally Nigel Farage tells us the deal would damage Keir Starmer's relations with the president-elect. And we hear from a Chagossian living in the UK. With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 232
28/11/2024
November 28, 2024
The day's important national and international news stories. With Paddy O'Connell.
Episode 233
MPs vote for assisted dying - what now?
November 29, 2024
One of the most historic pieces of legislation in the modern era, MPs back the Assisted Dying Bill. But is this a fight Labour wanted so early into their tenure? Newsnight hears from Lord Falconer, actor Liz Carr and Dame Esther Rantzen. Also, did Keir Starmer push out his transport secretary? Insight and interviews with Christian Fraser.
Episode 234
France in Crisis
December 2, 2024
Sir Keir Starmer tells the City that the UK is free to pick and choose its future between Europe and the United States. But are we really inured to the financial crisis now unfolding in France? Also, as MasterChef’s Gregg Wallace apologises for an attack on 'middle-class women', where is accountability at the BBC? With Christian Fraser.
Episode 235
03/12/2024
December 3, 2024
The day's important national and international news stories. With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 236
Gregg Wallace 'sexually harassed me'
December 4, 2024
A Newsnight exclusive: Shannon Kyle, a ghostwriter who penned the memoir of MasterChef’s Gregg Wallace, tells Newsnight she was sexually harassed by him. Mr Wallace “denies any sexual misconduct with Ms Kyle”. Contains graphic sexual language. Interviews and insight with Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 237
Starmer vs. Whitehall?
December 5, 2024
The prime minister sets out his Plan for Change, accusing Whitehall of sitting in a 'tepid bath of managed decline'. If his six milestones aren’t met, is he setting up the civil service to take the blame? Plus, French president Emmanuel Macron effectively labels his opponents as enemies of the state, 24 hours after they turfed out his prime minister. With Adam Fleming.
Episode 238
Trump Returns to World Stage
December 6, 2024
President-elect Donald Trump will visit the newly rebuilt Notre Dame tomorrow, and meet heads of state. Will the former president meet Zelensky to preach peace? As the 'quad-demic' threatens the NHS this winter, we hear from the CEO of an NHS trust to hear how they are coping.
Episode 239
09/12/2024
December 9, 2024
The day's important national and international news stories. With Christian Fraser.
Episode 240
Labour's Prison Plan
December 10, 2024
The government unveils its plan for prisons, promising to solve overcrowding and 'keep our streets safe' by building thousands of new cells. Will it work? And could it end up sending fewer people to prison by scrapping shorter jail terms? An ex-offender and a retired chief prisons inspector join us live. Plus, after Nigel Farage bags a billionaire defector to Reform UK, should the major parties be worried? With Katie Razzall.
Episode 241
The failure to protect Sara Sharif
December 11, 2024
Ten-year-old Sara Sharif was murdered by the people who were supposed to be looking after her. The court heard that there were many missed opportunities where Sara could have been protected. Why does this little girl's story feel like one we have heard before? We ask the children's commissioner for England. How does the government intend to meet its target of building 1.5 million homes? Interviews and insight with Adam Fleming.
Episode 242
Reset on Brexit?
December 12, 2024
Is the prime minister's plan for closer post-Brexit relations with the European Union more far-reaching than we thought? As Starmer holds talks with the EU Council president in Downing Street, Newsnight asks what’s really happening behind the scenes? Plus, an exclusive interview from Samira Hussain with the parents of murdered woman Harshita Brella. They say Harshita feared that her husband, who's now on the run, would kill her. Interviews and insight with Faisal Islam.
Episode 243
What Next for Syria?
December 13, 2024
As thousands of Syrians take to the streets to celebrate the end of the Assad regime, we ask the former UK foreign secretary - what next for the region, for diplomacy and for millions of refugees around Europe? Plus, do disappointing growth figures mean further tough decisions on public sector spending and pay are on the way?
Episode 244
16/12/2024
December 16, 2024
The day's important national and international news stories. With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 245
Backlash to Starmer's Waspi decision
December 17, 2024
Sir Keir Starmer says that millions of women who lost out by changes to the state pension won't get compensation, arguing it wouldn't be fair to taxpayers. His predecessor as Labour leader, Jeremy Corbyn, tells Newsnight he's 'shocked' and that the government will live to regret it. Also, what happened at the Nigel Farage-Elon Musk meeting? With Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 246
'Gaslit' After Operation by Disgraced Surgeon
December 18, 2024
In a Newsnight exclusive, Jodee Seeley, the mother of a girl operated on by a now-disgraced surgeon at Great Ormond Street Hospital, says her daughter has been let down, and should never have been in his care. She accuses the children's hospital of 'gaslighting' her. Plus, is Sir Keir Starmer facing a winter of discontent? We ask Labour's former shadow home secretary and a recent Tory defector to Reform. Insight and interviews with Victoria Derbyshire.
Episode 247
Mandelson Returns
December 19, 2024
New Labour mastermind Peter Mandelson is heading to Washington as the UK’s ambassador to the US. Can he cut deals with Donald Trump? With Paddy O’Connell.
Episode 248
2024 review, 2025 predictions
December 20, 2024
A Newsnight festive special. Faisal Islam is joined by a bumper panel to look back at the political year in 2024 and predict what the big stories will be in 2025.