Political Business

On today's episode of Political Business, Kevin and Nathan are live from Cambridge, England and from Cambridge, Massachusetts. They discuss another big week in Westminster politics, with Labour Party leadership sit to close next week, what's next for the soon to be Prime Minister? Has Farage played a blinder by triggering a by-election... or has he shot himself in the foot? ... and a critical disp...

The City of London’s flagship blueprint for growth, the City Plan 2040, was complete and ready to adopt, until a sudden intervention from Housing and Planning Minister Matthew Pennycook halted it in its tracks. In this special episode of Political Business, host Nathan Parsad-Wyatt sits down with Tom Sleigh, Chairman of the City of London Corporation’s Planning and Transportation Committee. Sleigh...

Andy Burnham just laid out a radical new blueprint for the UK economy, shifting power away from Whitehall to a new "Number 10 North" in Greater Manchester. We discuss this means for business, devolution, and the markets. We also sit down with Councillor Victor Chamberlain, the new Liberal Democrat Deputy Leader of Southwark, to discuss the historic Lib Dem-Green joint administration and how it pla...

The political landscape has completely shifted. Following Keir Starmer's dramatic resignation, Andy Burnham is on an unchallenged path to becoming the next Labour Leader and Prime Minister. In this episode of Political Business, Kevin and Nathan break down the monumental shift in Westminster, Burnham’s incoming transition team (including James Purnell), and what this means for the UK. We also dive...

Andy Burnham has secured a historic landslide victory in the Makerfield by-election, taking 55% of the vote and delivering a massive blow to Reform UK. Is this the end of the road for Prime Minister Keir Starmer?  In this episode of Political Business, hosts Nathan Parsad-Wyatt and Kevin McKeever break down the dramatic ground war in Makerfield, how Burnham successfully mobilized "unicorn" no...

The Keir Starmer premiership faces its biggest threat yet. Following the public resignation of the Defence Secretary, the Labour government has been plunged into a massive internal crisis. With the Makerfield by-election days away, is Andy Burnham preparing a dramatic leadership challenge to enter Number 10? In this episode of Political Business, Nathan Parsad-Wyatt and Kevin McKeever break down t...

The local election dust has settled, but the real political warfare is just beginning. In this episode of Political Business, hosts Nathan Parsad-Wyatt and Kevin McKeever break down another week in UK politics— They discuss the tragic murder of Henry Nowak in Southampton and whether Reform's response is out of touch and politically divisive. Following the May 7th elections, multiple London borough...

The battle lines are drawn for the Makerfield by-election, and it’s shaping up to be one of the most consequential in British political history. In this episode of Political Business, hosts Nathan Parsad-Wyatt and Kevin McKeever break down the massive shift on the ground. With Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham aiming for a return to Westminster, his eyes are firmly set on the brewing Labour leadership...

In this episode of Political Business , Nathan Parsad-Wyatt and Kevin McKeever look ahead to the Makerfield by-election. How will the campaign be won and lost and has Reform already made a mistake with their choice of candidate? Could this become the most consequential by-election in British political history, how much power is in the hands of Makerfield residents? We also bring you live interview...

London has spoken. In this special LIVE episode of Political Business , Nathan Parsad-Wyatt and Kevin McKeever break down the seismic shifts in the capital’s political map. From a "bad night for Labour" in their traditional heartlands to the unexpected surge of the Green Party and a surprising Conservative comeback in Westminster, we analyse what this means for the future of British governance. Th...

On the final episode of Political Business before the elections in England, Scotland and Wales, Kevin McKeever and Nathan Parsad-Wyatt look ahead at what to expect as the results flood in across Thursday night and Friday. 20 million people are set to vote in what many are calling the UK Mid-terms. They ask what different results could mean for the political parties, and whether they could results...

One week to go! Parliament has prorogued, pressure is mounting on Keir Starmer, and the countdown to election day is on. In this week’s episode of Political Business, Nathan and Kevin break down a difficult week for the government — and what it means as MPs leave Westminster to campaign. From growing unrest inside the Labour Party to the King’s high-profile visit to the United States, we explore t...

The 2026 London Borough elections are around the corner, and the political landscape is more fragmented than ever. In this special edition of Political Business, Nathan and Kevin are joined by London "Supremo" Dave Hill (OnLondon) and elections expert Lewis Baston (OnLondon) to dissect the 387-page "London Decides" guide. From the potential "Green Wave" in Hackney and Lambeth to the "Reform Wave"...

Are the London local elections about to redraw the political map? We’re reporting live from New York City to explore a fascinating parallel: the first 100 days of Mayor Zohran Mamdani and what his "street politics" style means for the UK Labour Party and the Green Party. In this special episode of Political Business , Kevin McKeever and Nathan Parsad-Wyatt discuss their trip to NYC to meet with Am...

On today's episode of Political Business, Nathan Parsad-Wyatt, Kevin McKeever officially launch London Decides , our partnership with OnLondon.co.uk. This is the definitive political guide to all 32 London boroughs, featuring expert insights from Dave Hill and Lewis Baston. The capital is truly in an era of multi-party politics and London Decides will cover it all! From "Silent Labour Voters" to t...

On 7 May, every London borough votes. And this election is unlike any we've seen before. We have well and truly arrived in the era of multi-party politics. Labour, the Conservatives, the Liberal Democrats, the Greens, Reform, and various shades of independents, all in play in some way across the nation's capital. Most of the analysis out there isn't reflecting the complexity of what's actually hap...

The UK economy is at a breaking point as the OECD downgrades growth forecasts for 2026. In this episode, we dive into the "big headaches" facing the Chancellor, the escalating energy crisis fueled by Middle East tensions, and the internal power struggle between Number 10 and Ed Miliband’s "Full-Brand Milibandism." Plus, we break down the government's massive New Towns announcement: where are the 7...

In this episode of Political Business, Nathan Parsad-Wyatt and Kevin McKeever discuss a volatile week for the UK. From the 150% surge in gas prices following Middle East tensions to the internal "soft-left" revolt within the Labour Party, we break down what this means for the upcoming May elections. We also dive deep into the newly announced New Homes Accelerator and Atlas program. We give essenti...

We’re live from the International Property Conference (MIPIM) in Cannes to discuss why global capital is flocking to London despite massive geopolitical uncertainty. In this special episode of Political Business, we consider the intersection of international conflict, UK defence preparedness, and the "Golden Age" of the Square Mile. We dive deep into the City of London’s "Golden Age" with two excl...

From the Middle East conflict to the streets of London, the political landscape is shifting. In this episode of Political Business , Nathan and Kevin talk through a historic week. We examine Keir Starmer’s "legalistic" defiance of Donald Trump regarding Middle East strikes and why the Prime Minister is avoiding a "forever war." We also break down the shock by-election results in Gorton and Denton....

Tomorrow, the voters of Gorton and Denton head to the polls. On paper, it’s a safe Labour seat. In reality? It’s a "pollster’s nightmare" and a three-way fight that could redefine Keir Starmer’s leadership. In this week’s episode of Political Business , Nathan Parsad-Wyatt and Kevin McKeever dive into a week of high-stakes political maneuvering and industry-shaking news. What we’re unpacking: 📍 T...

Can Reform UK bridge the "credibility gap"? In this week's episode of Political Business, Nathan Parsad-Wyatt and Kevin McKeever dive into the seismic shifts occurring during the Westminster recess. We analyse the appointment of Robert Jenrick as Reform UK’s Shadow Chancellor (Treasury Spokesperson) and what it means for the party's attempt to shed its "protest movement" image. We also break down...

Today's episode of Political Business looks into the recent political turmoil in Westminster, focusing on the implications for the Labour Party and its leadership under Keir Starmer. The discussion highlights the challenges faced by the Prime Minister, the dynamics within the Labour Party, and the public's perception of political stability. Key themes include the impact of recent scandals, the ro...

This week on Political Business , we break down one of the most turbulent weeks in UK politics. We examine the fast-moving story surrounding Peter Mandelson , the Epstein files , and allegations of historic cabinet leaks — and what this means for Keir Starmer , Number 10 , and Labour’s judgement in government. We also analyse the Gorton and Denton by-election campaign so far, discussing Labour’s g...

This week on Political Business, Kevin and Nathan break down the political decisions shaping the UK business climate right now. 🔹 Keir Starmer’s trade delegation to China — the first UK PM visit in 8 years. Is Britain charting a new economic path between the US and China? What does this mean for British exporters, investors and global trade strategy? 🔹 Andy Burnham blocked from returning to Parl...