Matt Chorley's Urgent Questions

What's it like to defect from the Tories to Reform? Can AI Keir Starmer tell a joke? What are the politics of Milk? Who will be the MMP for Canterbury? Matt Chorley brings you the who, what, where, why and when of British politics. If you've got urgent questions... then email Chorley@bbc.co.uk

How did the Tories catch "treacherous" Jenrick? What defection document was left lying around ? Who will come out on top: Badenoch or Farage? Who will be the MMP for North East Cambridgeshire? Matt Chorley brings you the who, what, where, why and when of British politics. If you've got urgent questions... then email Chorley@bbc.co.uk

What do Labour MPs really think about government U-turns? Is politics bad for your health? Is Saturday alright for working? Who will be the MMP for Brecon, Radnor and Cwm Tawe? Matt Chorley brings you the who, what, where, why and when of British politics. If you've got urgent questions... then email Chorley@bbc.co.uk

Where is the UN in a disunited world? How toxic is it online for MPs? What's the Small Thing winding you up? Who will be the MMP for Glenrothes and Mid Fife? Matt Chorley brings you the who, what, where, why and when of British politics. If you've got urgent questions... then email Chorley@bbc.co.uk

Are ex-Tory MPs a help or a hindrance for Farage? Has Donald Trump's voice Changed? What's the secret to a great pie? Who will be the MMP for Bishop Auckland? Matt Chorley brings you the who, what, where, why and when of British politics. If you've got urgent questions... then email Chorley@bbc.co.uk

What's going on in Greenland right now? What does Geoff Norcott think about being labelled the "right wing" comedian? Did David Cameron ever hug a hoodie? Who will be the MMP for North Down? Matt Chorley brings you the who, what, where, why and when of British politics. If you've got urgent questions... then email Chorley@bbc.co.uk

Has Wes Streeting got rid of NHS Fax Machines yet? What's it like to be on the phone with Trump? Why do some political buzzwords work better than others? Who will be the MMP for Stevenage? Matt Chorley brings you the who, what, where, why and when of British politics. If you've got urgent questions... then email Chorley@bbc.co.uk

What was Matt Forde’s impression of PMQs? Why are -13, 36 & 42 the numbers you need to watch? Does the cabinet table need the changing rooms treatment? Who will become the MMP for Midlothian? Matt Chorley brings you the who, what, where, why and when of British politics. If you've got urgent questions... then email Chorley@bbc.co.uk

Who is the world's strongest man? What is Cabinet really like? What's the small thing already winding you up in 2026? Who will become the MMP for Hamble Valley? Matt Chorley brings you the who, what, where, why and when of British politics. If you've got urgent questions... then email Chorley@bbc.co.uk

Is Venezuela all about oil? Will Greenland be next? Who should we be keeping an eye on in British politics? Who will be the MMP for Dunstable and Leighton Buzzard? Matt Chorley brings you the who, what, where, why and when of British politics. If you've got urgent questions... then email Chorley@bbc.co.uk

Richard Bacon joins Matt to work out what should go into a (virtual) time capsule to best represent the politics of today, twenty years from now.

Matt celebrates 20 years in Westminster by looking back to 2005.

Matt brings you some of his favourite moments from his programme in 2025, including an interview with some of those who knew former Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher best. Plus… the politics of the ‘upper class’.

Matt brings you some of his favourite moments from his programme in 2025, including an exploration of Winston Churchill’s life and legacy, with his grandson Lord Soames. Plus… the politics of cricket.

Matt brings you some of his favourite moments from his programme in 2025, including an in depth look at the so called ‘morning round’, which sees ministers facing two hours of back to back broadcast interviews before breakfast. TPlus… the politics of ghosts.

Matt brings you some of his favourite moments from his programme in 2025, including an interview with former senior civil servant Lord (Robin) Butler. Plus… the politics of Britpop.

Matt brings you some of his favourite moments from his programme in 2025, including a look at 80 years of the ultimate Westminster radio programme, Today in Parliament. Plus… the politics of makeup.

60 years on from the death of legendary broadcaster Richard Dimbleby, Matt looks back on his life and legacy alongside his son Jonathan.

Radio royalty and national treasure Dermot O'Leary joins Matt to pick his way through the literally dozens of Matt Chorley Christmas jingles you've sent in over the last few weeks.

Sir Chris Bryant, Mims Davies, Marianna Spring and Henry Zeffman join Matt for the big Westminster quiz of the year. It's the only quiz on radio with rounds including 'Raye vs Rave', 'Mims Davies's conference speech set to TV theme tunes' and an entire round devoted to former Chancellor Norman Lamonnt. It literally couldn't be any more Christmassy.

What's wrong with the government's stories, levers and grids? How do you avoid putting your foot in it with political shoes? What is Henry Zeffman having for Christmas dinner? And who will be the MMP for Scunthorpe? Matt Chorley brings you the who, what, where, why and when of British politics. If you've got urgent questions... then email Chorley@bbc.co.uk

Which Xmas gag made Chris Mason laugh at PMQs? Why has a former Labour mayor joined the Green party? Whose interview has lifted the lid on Donald Trump's White House? And who will be the MMP for North Durham? Matt Chorley brings you the who, what, where, why and when of British politics. If you've got urgent questions... then email Chorley@bbc.co.uk

How hard is it for a political spouse? What's the secret of the Commons soap? How do you tell a political story? What ‘Small Things’ wind you up about Christmas? And who will be the MMP for South West Norfolk? Matt Chorley brings you the who, what, where, why and when of British politics. If you've got urgent questions... then email Chorley@bbc.co.uk

Who would Santa vote for? Which leader has had the best (and worst) 2025? Why is wool bouncing back? Who will be the MMP for Cumbernauld and Kirkintilloch? Matt Chorley brings you the who, what, where, why and when of British politics. If you've got urgent questions... then email Chorley@bbc.co.uk

What REALLY happened at the 2024 election? What are the politics of Christmas parties? What's life like in Ukraine while talks about a possible peace deal continue... Who will be the MMP for Henley and Thame? Matt Chorley brings you the who, what, where, why and when of British politics. If you've got urgent questions... then email Chorley@bbc.co.uk