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Today, we look at the government considering banning smoking outdoors in public places. Sir Keir Starmer says that the government is looking at stopping smoking in pub gardens, outdoor restaurants, outside hospitals and sports grounds. Adam is joined by Newsnight political editor Nick Watt and 5Live presenter Nicky Campbell. And, did you see Oasis at Warwick University in 1993? We want to hear fro...

Today, Adam dusts off his Brexitcast binders as we look at Keir Starmer’s trip to Berlin and his meeting with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz. Adam chats to Henry about travelling with the prime minister, and what’s in his proposed treaty with Scholz, as well as the snacks he’s been enjoying on the plane. What does Keir Starmer mean when he says ‘reset’? And will a charm offensive with other Europea...

Today, we look at a gloomy warning from Keir Starmer, and the return of Oasis. The PM cast a shadow across the Downing Street Rose Garden this morning, warning that the October budget will be painful. Starmer called on the country to accept short term pain for long term good. But are the new government right to be spending so much time levelling blame on the previous administration? Deputy Politic...

Today, it’s a Bank Holiday so we’re answering your questions! Adam is joined by Paddy and Henry to chat through the big events to look out for before the end of the year. And they answer your questions about Rachel Reeves’ first budget, who the ‘teacher’s pet’ of the House of Commons might be and how low turnout at the 2024 election could continue to shape the political landscape. Newscast brings...

Today we speak to David Harewood, actor and the President of the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art. David has starred in shows like Homeland and Line of Duty and will soon be appearing in season two of Sherwood. In February 2024 he was appointed President of the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art which he first attended as a student. Adam speaks to David about his role as president, what the recent riots t...

Today, we take a look at the race for the White House, following the conclusion of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago. Did Kamala Harris do enough to connect with the voters this week? Will Trump’s attacks on her work? And what impact will Robert Kennedy JR’s decision to drop out have on the race? You can now listen to Newscast on a smart speaker. If you want to listen, just say "Ask BB...

Kamala Harris closed the DNC with a speech that she hopes will sway voters to the Democrats. The day began with speculation over whether she might be joined on stage by Taylor Swift or Beyoncé. In the end, Harris took to the stage alone and focused on her upbringing and a pitch to America’s middle class. The team assemble on the final night of the convention to analyse whether she did enough to wi...

Today we look at celebrity political endorsements, and whether they make a difference at the polls. At the Democratic National Convention last night, Hollywood stars took to the stage to endorse Kamala Harris for President, but will their support actually change the results of the election? Adam’s joined by Marianna and John Burn-Murdoch, chief data reporter at the Financial Times. And, the first...

Today we look at who was involved in organising the riots across the UK. Adam is joined by Investigations Correspondent Daniel De Simone and Chief Political Correspondent Henry Zeffman to chat about what the riots across the country tells us about the far right. And, what the latest government borrowing figures might mean for Rachel Reeves’ first budget as Chancellor. You can now listen to Newscas...

Today, we look at the rescue operation following the sinking of a luxury yacht off the coast off Sicily. Six people are still missing, including British tech tycoon Mike Lynch, after the Bayesian sank on Monday. Why are rescue divers struggling to reach the yacht’s cabins? What freak weather conditions caused the ship to sink? Mark Lowen, BBC Rome correspondent, joins Adam from Sicily where he’s r...

Today, we look at Kamala Harris taking centre stage at the Democratic National Convention, as she is poised to become presidential nominee. With just 11 weeks until the American people go to the polls, Kamala Harris will be nominated as the official Democrat presidential nominee on Thursday at the DNC in Chicago. Will we learn more about Harris’ policies? What will President Biden Say? Could Beyon...

Today we speak to the first British astronaut Helen Sharman. Helen went to space in 1991 after responding to a radio advert calling for people to apply to become Britain’s first astronaut. After 18 months of intensive training she spent eight days in space conducting experiments. Adam and Helen talk about living in the Soviet Union at the end of the Cold War, whether humans really will make it to...

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Today, we look at the pay-outs to victims of the infected blood scandal. The government has pledged to push ahead with compensation payments from the end of 2024, and announced that victims will receives payments for life. Adam is joined by Nick Thomas-Symonds, Paymaster General, to discuss the scandal and how the government will pay for it. Plus, are there more rail strikes on the way? What about...

Today, thousands of students receive their results from A-level, T-level, BTec Nationals and other Level 3 qualifications. Adam is opening Newscast University for one day only! He’s joined by BBC education editor Branwen Jeffreys, who tells us what today’s results reveal about the state of higher education in the UK. And the World Health Organisation (WHO) has declared an mpox outbreak a public he...

Today, we look at the latest inflation figures and how Russian state media are covering Ukraine’s continuing advance into Russia. James Cook is in for Adam, and he’s joined by political correspondent Alex Forsyth and chief economic correspondent Dharshini David to discuss the rise in the rate of UK inflation. They also talk about the Scottish government’s spending cuts, which include no longer pro...

Today, we look at the race to be the next leader of the Conservative Party. Who are the 6 candidates? Who’s backing whom? And why have the Tories introduced a yellow card system? Adam and Alex speak to the Spectator’s political correspondent, James Heale. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest poli...

Today we look at Ukraine’s surprise advance across the Russian border and the escalating tensions in the Middle East. 121,000 people have evacuated from Russia’s western Kursk region after the Ukrainian military crossed the border in an unexpected move. Adam speaks to Ukrainecast’s Vitaly Shevchenko alongside Shashank Joshi, defence editor at The Economist and Sophia Gaston, Head of Foreign Policy...

Today, we speak to Lord John Bird, the co-founder of the Big Issue magazine and anti-poverty campaigner. Lord Bird was born into poverty and spent time rough sleeping before starting the Big Issue in 1991. In 2015 he was appointed a crossbench People’s Peer. Adam talks to Lord Bird about growing up in poverty, the impact prison had on his life and how the Big Issue continues to support people who...

Today, we look at whether after a week of riots, we have seen the end of unrest on Britain’s streets. In a call with the Prime Minister, King Charles has praised Britain’s community spirit in response to the riots and gave his "heartfelt thanks" to the officers who had worked to restore peace across the country. More than 700 people have now been arrested for alleged offences in connection with th...

Today, Newscast at the Edinburgh Festival for a special, extended episode! Adam is joined by Scotland Editor James Cook, Leader of the Scottish Labour Party Anas Sarwar, comedian Catherine Bohart, and host of BBC Scotland’s Breaking The News Des Clarke. Newscast is presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Miranda Slade. The Assistant Editor is Chris Gray. The Senior News Editor is Sam Bonham. Tha...

Today, we answer your questions about the violent disorder which has spread across the UK since the Southport attack. Adam is joined by political and investigations correspondent Joe Pike, senior UK correspondent Sima Kotecha, and investigations correspondent Daniel De Simone. Plus, Adam speaks to disinformation and social media correspondent, Marianna Spring, about the website whose story gave a...

Adam makes his Newsnight debut on the night counter-protests take to the streets in response to the riots in recent weeks. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.

Today, we look at more suspects appearing in court across the country after a week of violence. Around 100 people have now been charged and more than 400 people have been arrested. The director of public prosecutions in England and Wales says he is “willing” to consider charging some rioters with terrorism offences. Adam is joined by UK home affairs correspondent Daniel Sandford and Danny Shaw, wh...

Today, we look at the almost 400 arrests made after violence across the country over the past six days. Sir Keir Starmer chaired an emergency meeting of Cobra on Monday morning to discuss the government’s response to the violent disorder. He announced a ‘standing army’ of police officers to help tackle the riots. But, what do we know about the people taking part? How will the legal system cope? An...