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Newsnight: 2025

245 episodes · premiered Jan 6, 2025

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  1. Episode 1: Starmer vs Musk Jan 6, 2025 · 32m The prime minister defends his record as director of public prosecutions and accuses Elon Musk of spreading “poison, lies and misinformation” over UK grooming gangs. What does the row mean…
  2. Episode 2: Elon Musk’s ‘Disinformation Endangering Me’ Jan 7, 2025 · 33m Minister for safeguarding Jess Phillips speaks for the first time about being called a 'rape genocide apologist' by Elon Musk. She tells us his posts have put her in danger but that she…
  3. Episode 3: Is the UK Economy in Trouble? Jan 8, 2025 · 32m With UK borrowing costs the highest since 2008, how much trouble is chancellor Rachel Reeves and the UK economy in? Plus LA wildfires destroy huge swathes of the city. With Victoria…
  4. Episode 4: The inferno that woke the world Jan 9, 2025 · 32m As the worst-ever Los Angeles fires continue to burn and the destruction they’ve left behind is revealed, the political blame game has begun. What does the debate tell us about the…
  5. Episode 5: Come Back, Rachel? Jan 10, 2025 · 31m Rachel Reeves is in China, while the markets are volatile and borrowing costs are shooting up. Could this all doom the government economic agenda? Plus Nigel Farage on 2025's postponed…
  6. Episode 6: Post Office Scandal: One Year On Jan 13, 2025 · 32m It's a year since the Post Office Horizon scandal shot to the top of the political agenda following the ITV drama, Mr Bates vs The Post Office. In January 2024, some of the postmasters…
  7. Episode 7: Anti-corruption minister resigns Jan 14, 2025 · 31m Anti-corruption minister Tulip Siddiq becomes the second minister from Keir Starmer’s government to resign, even though she didn't break the ministerial code. So what did she do wrong? And…
  8. Episode 8: End of the Gaza war? Jan 15, 2025 · 32m As a ceasefire is announce in Gaza, will it stick? We are joined by a Gazan and an Israeli hostage family member. And back in the UK we grade Keir Starmer's report card after six months in…
  9. Episode 9: Grooming Inquiries: What's Changed? Jan 16, 2025 · 32m The government announce a series of inquiries into the grooming gangs. Have they backtracked? Newsnight hears from a survivor and a campaigning MP. And economic growth is flat. But with…
  10. Episode 10: Will Trump Be Different, Second Time Round? Jan 17, 2025 · 30m Donald Trump will be back in the White House on Monday. How will his governing style change, if at all? Plus, the US TikTok ban - vital to protect national security or a dangerous limit to…
  11. Episode 11: Trump’s Inauguration Jan 20, 2025 · 36m Donald Trump returns to the White House, declaring an emergency on the US-Mexico border, the deportation of illegal immigrants and drilling for 'liquid gold' in a 'Golden Age' for America…
  12. Episode 12: ‘Face of Capitol Riot’ Speaks Jan 21, 2025 · 31m Newsnight speaks to Jacob Chansley, who was jailed for his involvement in the Capitol riot. He's now one of nearly 1,600 convicted or charged over the 6 January insurrection to be pardoned…
  13. Episode 13: Russian Spy Ships v Royal Navy Jan 22, 2025 · 30m Russian spy ships have been spotted in UK waters around North Sea cables. Has Putin got his eye on Britain's critical infrastructure? And Prince Harry settles with The Sun over unlawful…
  14. Episode 14: The Southport Murderer and the Missed Warnings Jan 23, 2025 · 31m As Axel Rudakubana gets a minimum of half a century in jail for killing three little girls, why were the warning signs missed by authorities? Is Rachel Reeves about to change the Budget…
  15. Episode 15: Telford Survivor speaks to Newsnight Jan 24, 2025 · 32m The row over releasing the leader of a Telford grooming gang. We hear live from the survivor demanding he stay locked up. And as The Traitors reaches its grand finale, we ask how it…
  16. Episode 16: Alarm in Greenland? Jan 27, 2025 · 32m After threatening Colombia with tariffs, is President Trump about to do the same to Denmark to get Greenland? Interviews and insight with Victoria Derbyshire.
  17. Episode 17: Can the Chancellor Bring Growth? Jan 28, 2025 · 33m Newsnight previews Rachel Reeves's big speech on how she'll get the economy going. Is growth finally about to touch down in the UK? We ask two business leaders, including the boss of one…
  18. Episode 18: Can Rachel Reeves Grow the Economy? Jan 29, 2025 · 32m The chancellor says growth will drive every government policy. But can she deliver? And president Trump announces he'll house 30,000 illegal migrants in Guantanomo Bay. With Victoria…
  19. Episode 19: Tragedy on the Potomac Jan 30, 2025 · 31m President Trump blames diversity, equity and inclusion policies for the collision between a US Army helicopter and a passenger jet that likely killed 67 people, and borders minister Angela…
  20. Episode 20: Canada PM candidate Mark Carney on US tariffs Jan 31, 2025 · 33m Mark Carney, the front-runner to be the new Canadian PM, reacts to Donald Trump's tariff announcement. And, 5 years on from Brexit, are we happy or sad about it? With Faisal Islam.
  21. Episode 21: Trump Backtracks on Tariff Threat Feb 3, 2025 · 29m As the prime minister meets EU leaders in Brussels, President Trump cancels tariffs for Canada and Mexico. Can the American leader now be trusted when he threatens to impose tariffs? And…
  22. Episode 22: Trump: ‘Relocate from Gaza’ Feb 4, 2025 · 31m President Donald Trump's advice to Palestinians is to ‘relocate from Gaza’ as he meets with Israel’s prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House. And families affected by knife…
  23. Episode 23: Failings in Nottingham Killer's Care Feb 5, 2025 · 32m How did the system get it wrong with Nottingham attacker Valdo Calocane's care? We speak to the mother of one of the three killed, and another mother who says she fears there could be…
  24. Episode 24: Is Elon Musk Too Powerful? Feb 6, 2025 · 31m Is Elon Musk too powerful? Elon Musk has declared war on US government waste, but critics say he's out of control. Is Musk operating outside his brief and should the world be worried?…
  25. Episode 25: Is it too late to regulate AI? Feb 7, 2025 · 33m The world's leaders in artificial intelligence are sounding louder warnings that we are endangering humanity. Ahead of a key global summit, we hear from a key thinker, Berkeley's Professor…
  26. Episode 26: Trouble for the Assisted Dying Bill? Feb 10, 2025 · 31m Once described as having the ‘strictest’ safeguards in the world, the Assisted Dying Bill is under increased scrutiny as it’s revealed High Court judges won’t sign off on cases. Critics…
  27. Episode 27: Inside Trump’s Gaza plan Feb 11, 2025 · 32m President Trump doubles down on his plan to expel two million Palestinians from Gaza. With the ceasefire-hostage deal hanging by a thread, what is President Trump's master plan - if there…
  28. Episode 28: Has Trump pulled the plug on Ukraine? Feb 12, 2025 · 33m Is President Trump about to sell out Ukraine to the Kremlin? And we hear from a small-boat asylum seeker after the government says he can no longer claim British citizenship.
  29. Episode 29: Can Labour Save the NHS? Feb 13, 2025 · 33m A Newsnight special looking at the future of the National Health Service. Can its problems be solved and how? Newsnight asks the Health secretary, Wes Streeting, live. Presented by…
  30. Episode 30: Has Putin Won the War in Ukraine? Feb 14, 2025 · 31m As presidents Trump and Putin begin to shape up their Ukraine deal, how will Europe pick up the pieces? With Adam Fleming.
  31. Episode 31: Deal in the desert? Feb 17, 2025 · 32m Hours before the US and Russia start talks in Saudi Arabia over the future of Ukraine, how do Kyiv and Europe stop matters being decided over their heads? We hear live from the German…
  32. Episode 32: A New World Order Feb 18, 2025 · 32m As Donald Trump brings Vladimir Putin in from the cold with historic peace talks brokered by Saudi Arabia, Ukraine doesn’t have a seat at the table. Has President Zelensky been frozen out?…
  33. Episode 33: Trump Calls Zelensky a 'Dictator' Feb 19, 2025 · 32m Inside the extraordinary war of words in which Donald Trump calls Volodymyr Zelensky a 'dictator' after the Ukrainian President says he’s 'living in a disinformation space' created by…
  34. Episode 34: Is Donald Trump Re-writing the International Rulebook? Feb 20, 2025 · 31m How and why is President Trump transforming US relations with the rest of the world? With Paddy O'Connell.
  35. Episode 35: How Is Donald Trump Reshaping Europe? Feb 21, 2025 · 31m Starmer goes to Washington to meet the oncoming storm of President Trump. Will he offer up a hike in defence spending? And, in Germany, will the far right AFD, endorsed by JD Vance and…
  36. Episode 36: US Votes With Russia at UN Feb 24, 2025 · 32m Three years to the day since Vladimir Putin launched his full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the US breaks with its Western allies to side with Russia at the United Nations. Meanwhile, French…
  37. Episode 37: Will Starmer’s Move Satisfy Trump? Feb 25, 2025 · 31m Sir Keir Starmer makes a big move ahead of his trip to Washington, slashing international aid spending to boost defence. Will it be enough to satisfy President Trump? We speak to aid chief…
  38. Episode 38: Can Starmer Win Favour at the White House? Feb 26, 2025 · 31m The prime minister is in Washington to make new friends, but will he get flattened by the Donald Trump steamroller? With Victoria Derbyshire.
  39. Episode 39: Trump and Starmer on US-UK Trade Deal Feb 27, 2025 · 32m Sir Keir Starmer meets President Trump in the White House for the first time. Is a UK-US trade deal on the cards and are we any closer to an end to the war in Ukraine? With Faisal Islam.
  40. Episode 40: The Battle of the Oval Office: Trump v Zelensky Feb 28, 2025 · 31m Just when you think you've seen everything, literally unprecedented scenes as Trump, Vance and Zelensky row in front of the cameras. Nick Watt picks the bones out.
  41. Episode 41: US Warning to Zelensky Mar 3, 2025 · 33m “America won't put up with it for much longer” - President Trump issues another warning to President Zelensky as Sir Keir Starmer presents his peacekeeping plan to MPs. Plus, Newsnight…
  42. Episode 42: Canada will never be the 51st state Mar 4, 2025 · 32m As Canada calls US-imposed tariffs a 'dumb move', Newsnight speaks to Canada’s minister for foreign affairs on day one of a new trade war between the USA and Canada. Plus, President…
  43. Episode 43: Does the Kremlin want peace? Mar 5, 2025 · 30m We discuss President Putin’s response to the last few weeks; does he want peace? As the US pauses intelligence sharing with Ukraine, how are UK intelligence services responding? And one of…
  44. Episode 44: Europe rearms: too little, too late? Mar 6, 2025 · 32m In Brussels the European Union welcomes Zelensky and plans for a rearmament programme to replace America's shield. Can it be done? With Faisal Islam.
  45. Episode 45: Putin Launches Fresh Ukraine Attack Mar 7, 2025 · 32m Is the latest Russian attack in Ukraine a sign Putin doesn't want peace or a signal he's planning for it? We ask one of Putin's top allies. And we speak to the Maltese Eurovision entry…
  46. Episode 46: Trump's Tariffs Spark Recession Fears Mar 10, 2025 · 32m The US stocks plunge as President Trump refuses to rule out a recession caused by his tariffs. What does this mean for the global economy? And as key players land in Saudi Arabia for peace…
  47. Episode 47: Dean Windass on His Dementia Diagnosis Mar 11, 2025 · 33m Newsnight speaks to ex-footballer and Hull City legend Dean Windass, who was diagnosed with stage 2 dementia last year. He believes the fact he headed the ball 'tens of thousands of times'…
  48. Episode 48: Could AI replace my job? Mar 12, 2025 · 30m The government lays out the rules for when to use artificial intelligence.
  49. Episode 49: Wes Streeting on the NHS Mar 13, 2025 · 31m Why is the government axing NHS England? Paddy O'Connell asks the health secretary, Wes Streeting. And one of Zelensky's key lieutenants has the latest on peace negotiations.
  50. Episode 50: UK Benefit Cuts Mar 14, 2025 · 31m The prospect of cuts in benefits, and many government departments, has triggered a cabinet wobble. Newsnight explores the anxieties behind the scenes and across the UK. And, the latest on…
  51. Episode 51: How Big Are the Benefit Cuts? Mar 17, 2025 · 32m Is the government watering down its proposals on benefit cuts in the face of fierce opposition? Hearing from those for and against the welfare reforms. Plus, what’s happening to press…
  52. Episode 52: Putin or Trump: Who’s Calling the Shots? Mar 18, 2025 · 34m President Trump hasn’t persuaded President Putin to agree to a full ceasefire in Ukraine today, so is the Russian leader playing for time, or playing Donald Trump? And we'll bring you a…
  53. Episode 53: Young Men and Toxic Masculinity Mar 19, 2025 · 32m Gareth Southgate and Netflix's Adolescence have put the toxic masculinity debate front and centre for young men. What do the teenagers at the heart of the story think? Victoria Derbyshire…
  54. Episode 54: Trouble in Trumpland Mar 20, 2025 · 32m As President Trump orders the closure of the Department for Education, Elon Musk's role in the White House comes under fire. Can the richest man in the world be a White House fixer and run…
  55. Episode 55: UK Exposed? Mar 21, 2025 · 32m A fire shuts down Europe's busiest airport - exposing Britain's vulnerability to sabotage - but will we learn from it? And the acclaimed director of Wolf Hall, Peter Kosminsky, on why…
  56. Episode 56: Turkey: Where Will It Lead? Mar 24, 2025 · 32m Protests in Turkey grow after President Erdoğan's rival is put behind bars, but what does this mean for Turkey and the West? Plus, it's a huge week for Rachel Reeves and her Spring…
  57. Episode 57: Spring Statement: More Cuts to Come Mar 25, 2025 · 32m Newsnight reveals the chancellor will make further cuts to benefits to balance the books. Plus, the fallout continues following the US Signal chat revelation. Insight and interviews with…
  58. Episode 58: Disability benefits cut again Mar 26, 2025 · 32m The Chancellor had to find money in the Spring Statement, and she found it in the welfare budget. Personal Independence Payment and Universal Credit were again in the firing line. Victoria…
  59. Episode 59: Trade War Off? Mar 27, 2025 · 32m The world is on the brink of a tit-for-tat trade war with tariffs at the heart of it all, but is Britain about to carve an opt-out? And one of the horrors of the Ukrainian war is the…
  60. Episode 60: No car tariff exemption? Mar 28, 2025 · 33m Britain is unlikely to get a car tariff exemption from Donald Trump, Newsnight reveals. How will that hit our auto industry? And the Sentencing Council snubs the prime minister in a row…
  61. Episode 61: Three terms for Trump? Mar 31, 2025 · 30m The US president threatens to rip up the rule book once again, insisting he’s not joking about the prospect of going for an unprecedented third term. Will Trump change the constitution and…
  62. Episode 62: "Prepare for the worst"? Apr 1, 2025 · 31m The world waits for President Trump's tariff announcements, and money expert Martin Lewis explains what UK households can do about their bills going up. With Victoria Derbyshire.
  63. Episode 63: The Trump Tariffs Apr 2, 2025 · 32m The US president has announced tariffs on over 175 nations and territories, with the UK being hit with 10% tariffs. Could this be the biggest trade shock in world history? We talk live to…
  64. Episode 64: UK responds to US tariffs Apr 3, 2025 · 31m Stock markets are down and leaders across the globe are scrambling after those Trump-shaped tariffs. Will the UK water down online safety as the price of a deal with an unpredictable…
  65. Episode 65: Global Stock Shock Apr 4, 2025 · 30m Global stock markets plunge as China retaliates to President Trump's tariffs. Who are the biggest losers and are there winners too? We ask Sir Martin Sorrell. And why has the search for…
  66. Episode 66: Trump Threatens Iran Apr 7, 2025 · 30m President Trump issues an ultimatum to Iran - negotiate with us on getting rid of your nuclear capabilities or risk military action. And Trump says there's no turning back on tariffs. We…
  67. Episode 67: 08/04/2025 Apr 8, 2025 · 30m President Trump has threatened to hit China with 104% tariffs on Chinese goods entering the US, with neither the White House nor Xi Jinping backing down. Newsnight hears from a Trump…
  68. Episode 68: Did President Trump blink? Apr 9, 2025 · 31m As China hits America with more retaliatory tariffs, President Trump backs off on some of his plans but doubles down on the threat to Beijing. Did the bond market change his plan or was…
  69. Episode 69: America v China Apr 10, 2025 · 30m The trade war between Washington and Beijing deepens. A Chinese diplomat declared they 'don’t back down.' How far will China go to beat the US? And is criticism of the government's…
  70. Episode 70: Parliament Recalled for British Steel Apr 11, 2025 · 30m The prime minister goes full Man of Steel as he recalls parliament to save a British Steel plant from permanent collapse. And has President Trump gone anti-vax? With Nick Watt.
  71. Episode 71: Prison Officer Attack Apr 14, 2025 · 30m Newsnight hears from the boyfriend of one of the Manchester Arena victims after the prison officer attack by terrorist Hashem Abedi. The shadow justice secretary says governors and the…
  72. Episode 72: University Challenge Apr 15, 2025 · 30m Harvard University has $2bn funding paused by President Trump after it rejected his administration's demands. What does this row tell us about America? With Victoria Derbyshire.
  73. Episode 73: Democrat Fightback Begins? Apr 16, 2025 · 30m Joe Biden, the only presidential candidate to beat Donald Trump, speaks out for the first time since leaving the White House and believes there’s now a route back to power for his party…
  74. Episode 74: The Italian Job Not Done? Apr 17, 2025 · 30m The president of the US receives the prime minister of Italy at the White House, but Donald Trump is in no hurry to do a deal on tariffs. With Paddy O'Connell.
  75. Episode 75: Next in the Queue? Apr 22, 2025 · 30m It's Rachel Reeves's turn to try landing a tariff deal with President Trump. Will she succeed? Plus the sister of late drag artist The Vivienne on the growing problem of ketamine use. With…
  76. Episode 76: Is a lasting Ukraine peace close? Apr 23, 2025 · 30m As President Trump accuses President Zelensky of harming Ukraine peace negotiations, there are reports of a controversial plan to end the war in Ukraine. What is in that proposal and will…
  77. Episode 77: Rachel Reeves Goes to Washington Apr 24, 2025 · 30m On the eve of the chancellor's big meeting with the Trump administration, Newsnight asks whether Rachel Reeves can get a trade deal over the line. And at what cost? Also, Sir Keir Starmer…
  78. Episode 78: Donald Trump Goes to the Vatican Apr 25, 2025 · 30m President Trump arrives for the Pope's funeral on Saturday, as world leaders queue up for his favour. Meanwhile, tensions are tight over his land for peace deal in Ukraine. Adam Fleming…
  79. Episode 79: Kemi Badenoch on Newsnight Apr 28, 2025 · 30m As English local elections loom, Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch tells Newsnight she's not afraid of 'cowards' in her party who criticise her leadership. And co-leader of the Green Party…
  80. Episode 80: Carney's Fightback Apr 29, 2025 · 35m Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney tells Newsnight he'll only deal with President Trump on his own terms. Plus, with two days until the local elections in England, Newsnight concludes its…
  81. Episode 81: Trump's Next 100 Days Apr 30, 2025 · 30m As President Trump hits the hundred-day mark, has he rewritten the DNA of American politics or been hit by a reality check? Will the next 1,360 days be quite so dramatic? Adam Fleming…
  82. Episode 82: Local Elections: Is This Reform’s Breakthrough Night? May 1, 2025 · 30m With both the government and the opposition predicted to perform poorly, senior politicians including a secretary of state and a party chair discuss whether these local elections are the…
  83. Episode 83: California Governor Gavin Newsom May 2, 2025 · 30m We ask California's Democratic governor Gavin Newsom about whether he’d run for the White House. Nigel Farage sweeps the vote; will Labour and the Conservatives stop Reform UK?
  84. Episode 84: India Strikes Pakistan May 5, 2025 · 30m The latest on the breaking news that India has launched strikes on targets in Pakistan. Plus, in a broadcast exclusive, former Transport secretary Louise Haigh on Labour's local election…
  85. Episode 85: Breaking Point in Gaza? May 6, 2025 · 30m Days before President Trump visits the Middle East, is the humanitarian situation in Gaza reaching breaking point? Newsnight speaks to Kamala Harris' former foreign affairs guru, who…
  86. Episode 86: The Trump/Starmer trade deal unwrapped May 7, 2025 · 30m The US president and the UK prime minister strike a deal on trade. Which side has got the better deal? We unpick the economics and the politics of the agreement that both leaders are…
  87. Episode 87: Exclusive: Mandelson on the trade deal May 8, 2025 · 30m Fresh from the Oval Office, Lord Mandelson talks to Newsnight about the big trade deal the UK just signed with President Trump - and if that's not enough we have Bill Gates too. Why did he…
  88. Episode 88: Starmer’s immigration crackdown May 12, 2025 · 30m The Prime Minister sets out his plan to tighten the UK's visa rules, promising that 'migration will fall'. Newsnight asks a government minister whether the measures taken match the…
  89. Episode 89: Assisted Dying: What’s Changed? May 13, 2025 · 30m As Assisted Dying passes its first stage in the Scottish parliament, and amended legislation returns to the Commons in Westminster, Newsnight speaks to a leading supporter of the reforms…
  90. Episode 90: Gaza humanitarian crisis May 14, 2025 · 30m Don't look away - the plea to the UN about the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. We speak to a surgeon working in a hospital hit by an Israeli strike, which the IDF said targeted Hamas…
  91. Episode 91: "The Cult of Nigel" May 15, 2025 · 30m In an exclusive interview, Victoria Derbyshire talks to expelled Reform UK MP Rupert Lowe, who lays into Nigel Farage and warns that he must never become prime minister. Also, US senator…
  92. Episode 92: Downing Street's Euro vision May 16, 2025 · 30m Strike up the band for Keir Starmer's Euro-vision, as the prime minister prepares to take the stage for his big EU reset. But back home, he's facing the music at a crunch meeting with his…
  93. Episode 93: Starmer’s EU reset May 19, 2025 · 30m The prime minister agrees a deal with the EU; how radical is it and does he risk a backlash? We ask a government minister what it means for the economy, migration and for the fishing…
  94. Episode 94: Rees-Mogg: time for a Tory-Reform pact May 20, 2025 · 30m Former Tory cabinet minister Sir Jacob Rees-Mogg tells Newsnight that it is time for the Tories to make an electoral pact with Reform. As the UK suspends trade talks with Israel over its…
  95. Episode 95: Can Reeves survive the U-turn? May 21, 2025 · 30m The PM U-turns (kind of) on his cuts to pensioners' winter fuel payments; a relief for many, but where does that leave the Chancellor? And a 26-year-old cancer survivor say she's being…
  96. Episode 96: Trump v Harvard May 22, 2025 · 30m President Trump bans international students from Harvard in a major escalation in the row between the university and the administration. What happens next? And thousands of convicted…
  97. Episode 97: Trade Wars: Trump Takes Fight to Apple and Brussels May 23, 2025 · 30m The White House announces fresh tariffs on the European Union and a let-off for Apple's Chinese-made iPhone. We ask Donald Trump's niece what makes her uncle tick. And as stocks fall…
  98. Episode 98: King Charles in Canada May 27, 2025 · 30m King Charles makes his first visit to Canada as head of state, following President Trump’s repeated comments about taking over the '51st state'. We discuss live. Plus, as the two-child…
  99. Episode 99: The White House v Harvard May 28, 2025 · 30m He's not backing down. President Trump spoils for a fight with Harvard, with a looming showdown in the courts. The White House says it's all about free speech, but free speech for whom?…
  100. Episode 100: Trump Fights Back on Tariffs May 29, 2025 · 30m The US president hits back as the appeal court presses pause on the judges' decision to halt his tariff plan. We ask former CIA director general David Petraeus to spell out how the new…
  101. Episode 101: Trump Waves Goodbye to Musk May 30, 2025 · 30m Elon Musk and Donald Trump part ways but on what terms? Musk's billionaire friend turned rival Philip Lowe offers an opinion. Succession writer Jesse Armstrong on his new movie…
  102. Episode 102: A Nation's Shame: Grooming Survivors Speak Jun 2, 2025 · 49m Survivors of abuse and exploitation speak live on television for the first time, ahead of Baroness Casey's soon-to-be-released government report on grooming and rape gangs. Hearing their…
  103. Episode 103: Grooming Gangs: More Arrests to Come? Jun 3, 2025 · 31m Hundreds of historical cases of child sexual abuse are to be reviewed by police across England and Wales. After last night's Newsnight, some of the survivors on the programme were invited…
  104. Episode 104: Whitehall Wars Over the Spending Review Jun 4, 2025 · 30m Battles behind the scenes with a week to go until the spending review. With real terms cuts coming in unprotected departments, the inside story on which public services are on the…
  105. Episode 105: Break-up Season? Jun 5, 2025 · 30m Meltdown! The critical Musk-Trump relationship undergoes a rapid unscheduled disassembly as the President and the world's richest man lay into each other.
  106. Episode 106: Musk Tears Into Trump Jun 6, 2025 · 30m Donald Trump and Elon Musk - no sign of an end to the beef. How could things escalate from here? And back at home, after 11 long months, Labour people are smiling again - just as their…
  107. Episode 107: Trump Sends in the Marines Jun 9, 2025 · 30m President Trump sends in 700 Marines to Los Angeles in response to protests against his immigration raids. Will he calm or inflame the situation? Plus, the Government U-turns on its…
  108. Episode 108: Disorder in Ballymena Jun 10, 2025 · 30m Serious disorder in Ballymena in Northern Ireland for a second night, following protests described by police as 'racist thuggery'. Newsnight speaks to those on the ground. Also, it’s the…
  109. Episode 109: Can Rachel Reeves Deliver Growth? Jun 11, 2025 · 30m The chancellor looks to cast off the doom and gloom and make her pitch to Britain's left-behind voters, pledging investment with £113bn of capital spending. Will voters notice and when?
  110. Episode 110: Indian Plane Crash Jun 12, 2025 · 30m At least 200 killed, including 53 Britons, as an Air India Boeing 787 crashes after take-off and hits a residential area of Ahmedabad. And is there about to be an air strike on Iran's…
  111. Episode 111: Israel and Iran exchange fire Jun 13, 2025 · 30m Jerusalem and Tehran head deeper into war as Iranian missiles strike Tel Aviv. Israel say three Iranian military commanders were killed in their strikes, while Tehran says six scientists…
  112. Episode 112: Grooming Gangs: The Casey Audit Jun 16, 2025 · 31m After survivors tell Newsnight they want a national inquiry into grooming gangs, Baroness Casey persuades the government to hold one in her long-anticipated audit into group-based child…
  113. Episode 113: MPs vote to decriminalise abortion Jun 17, 2025 · 30m A momentous week in parliament as MPs vote to decriminalise abortion, and a vote expected on assisted dying. We discuss. Also, President Trump says the US isn't going to kill Iran's…
  114. Episode 114: Will Trump bomb Iran? Jun 18, 2025 · 30m "I may do it, I may not do it." President Trump keeps the world guessing as he pressures Tehran to make a nuclear deal. Is he bluffing? And, how will the Assisted Dying vote play out in…
  115. Episode 115: Government Resignation Jun 19, 2025 · 30m A government whip quits over disability cuts. How is the prime minister responding? Also, diplomatic efforts to pre-empt a B2 bomber raid on the key Iranian nuclear facility at Fordow. Can…
  116. Episode 116: Assisted Dying Bill Clears the Commons Jun 20, 2025 · 30m MPs vote to allow assisted dying of the terminally ill in a historic vote, but not with the thumping majority that some expected. Does that matter? Donald Trump takes criticism on Iran for…
  117. Episode 117: Time for Peace? Jun 23, 2025 · 30m After Iran targets US air bases, President Trump says "Congratulations World, it's time for peace". Is this a sign of de-escalation? All this as Nato leaders meet for what could be the…
  118. Episode 118: Britain’s Nuclear Test Survivors Jun 24, 2025 · 35m A Newsnight special on the British nuclear tests scandal in the Pacific in the 1950s and 60s. Veterans accuse the government of withholding medical records that could link their health…
  119. Episode 119: Welfare cuts: the next U-turn? Jun 25, 2025 · 30m The prime minister shrugs off his own MPs' criticisms of his flagship welfare cuts as 'noises off', but can he avoid a further U-turn? Also, an update after yesterday's nuclear testing…
  120. Episode 120: Another U-turn Jun 26, 2025 · 30m The government strikes a deal with the 127 Labour rebels prepared to oppose the welfare reform bill. But how costly is another U-turn for Labour not yet a year into taking power? We talk…
  121. Episode 121: Regrets? He Has a Few... Jun 27, 2025 · 30m It's not 'je ne regrette rien' in the government's birthday week. Keir Starmer marks his first year in office by listing what's gone wrong, from sacked staff and policy U-turns like…
  122. Episode 122: Welfare Bill in Trouble Again? Jun 30, 2025 · 30m Only a few days after the government announced major concessions to its own Labour MPs, are Sir Keir Starmer's welfare reforms in trouble again tonight? And the Culture secretary warns BBC…
  123. Episode 123: Chaos and Confusion Jul 1, 2025 · 30m After more concessions, the government gets its welfare bill through - but at what cost for the prime minister and his authority? Plus, is the PM watering down his promise to the…
  124. Episode 124: Left in Tears Jul 2, 2025 · 30m With the government still bruised by its own Labour welfare rebellion, Keir Starmer faced up to the wider Commons opposition alongside a tearful-looking Rachel Reeves. Will the mood within…
  125. Episode 125: President Trump’s Victory Jul 3, 2025 · 30m As President Trump's Big Beautiful Bill clears Congress, who are the winners and losers, and why is it such a big deal? Political editor Nick Watt brings has the inside track on whether…
  126. Episode 126: AI 'Human Extinction' Warning Jul 4, 2025 · 30m As the government tells the UK's AI safety institute to refocus on defence, we hear from a godfather of AI who tells Newsnight: "the worst case scenario is human extinction". Plus, one…
  127. Episode 127: Can Starmer Smash the Gangs? Jul 7, 2025 · 30m In the week of a key Anglo-French summit, Newsnight goes to Calais to see the small-boats situation on the ground. With Keir Starmer's plans under scrutiny, can anything smash the gangs?…
  128. Episode 128: Gregg Wallace sacked from MasterChef Jul 8, 2025 · 30m As TV host Gregg Wallace is sacked from MasterChef over alleged misconduct, we ask what it means for the wider industry. We hear from Baroness Kennedy, the chair of the Independent…
  129. Episode 129: Another Tory Defects to Reform Jul 9, 2025 · 30m Reaction to the most high profile Tory defection to Reform yet: former Chairman of the Conservative Party, Sir Jake Berry heads to Nigel Farage's party. Plus, as the Prime Minister and…
  130. Episode 130: UK and France Strike Deal Jul 10, 2025 · 30m As Emmanuel Macron concludes his state visit to the UK by agreeing to a ‘one in, one-out’ migrants deal, the two nations also sign up to a new nuclear pact. Will this deter Channel…
  131. Episode 131: Too hot to handle? Jul 11, 2025 · 30m Hosepipe bans, rail disruption and fears of wildfires - the UK is gripped by the third heatwave in recent weeks. Is it time to start overhauling our homes, offices and cities to help us…
  132. Episode 132: 14/07/2025 Jul 14, 2025 · 30m Insights and global interviews on the crucial news stories of the day. With Faisal Islam.
  133. Episode 133: Taliban 'Could Be Targeting My Family' Jul 15, 2025 · 30m A massive data breach by UK officials puts thousands of Afghans at risk. We hear from the daughter of one former interpreter with the British Army who is now suffering from complex PTSD…
  134. Episode 134: Fiona Phillips's Alzheimer's - Her Husband Speaks Jul 16, 2025 · 30m Broadcaster and journalist Fiona Phillips was diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer’s aged 61. Her husband Martin Frizell speaks to Newsnight about her condition and why dementia research…
  135. Episode 135: 'It's Obvious This Labour leadership Wants Me Out' Jul 17, 2025 · 29m As Diane Abbott is suspended from the Labour Party for a second time, she tells Newsnight, 'It's obvious this Labour leadership wants me out'. Plus, will anyone be held accountable for the…
  136. Episode 136: The Epstein Files: Trump lashes out Jul 18, 2025 · 30m Is President Trump panicking? As he comes under more pressure over his former friendship with Jeffrey Epstein, he goes to war with Rupert Murdoch. We hear live from congresswoman Anna…
  137. Episode 137: Epping protests 'a powder keg' Jul 21, 2025 · 30m The Essex town of Epping is a 'powder keg', the leader of the district council tells Newsnight, after a weekend of arrests and protests outside a hotel housing asylum seekers. We also hear…
  138. Episode 138: A deal for Ghislaine Maxwell? Jul 22, 2025 · 30m Could jailed Ghislaine Maxwell do a deal with the US Department of Justice over information about Jeffrey Epstein's former clients? Plus, with Ofcom changes to online child safety rules…
  139. Episode 139: Migrant Hotels: More Disorder to Come? Jul 23, 2025 · 30m Another night of protests and counter-protests at a London hotel set to house asylum seekers. Some politicians say we need to be ready for more disorder, but what is being done right now…
  140. Episode 140: Could Epstein overshadow Trump's UK visit? Jul 24, 2025 · 30m The night before Donald Trump flies to Scotland, fresh developments emerge about the Jeffrey Epstein scandal. Newsnight speaks to a lawyer who has represented both Trump and Epstein. Also…
  141. Episode 141: Trump arrives in Scotland Jul 25, 2025 · 30m President Trump touches down in Scotland for his golf course visit, but have questions about his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell left him heading for his bunker? We…
  142. Episode 142: Trump: Gaza hunger must end Jul 28, 2025 · 30m As Donald Trump says there is 'real starvation' in Gaza, Keir Starmer presents him with a peace plan and summons the cabinet for an emergency meeting. Is the US president losing patience?…
  143. Episode 143: Farage in Row With Government Minister Jul 29, 2025 · 30m The battle to keep children safe online becomes an extraordinary war of words offline, as a cabinet minister says Nigel Farage's criticism of the Online Safety Act puts him on the same…
  144. Episode 144: Democrats Pressure Trump on Epstein Files Jul 30, 2025 · 30m Senate Democrats are turning to an obscure law to try and force Donald Trump to release the full contents of the Epstein files. Will this pile the pressure on the President? Newsnight…
  145. Episode 145: Why Are Channel Crossings Up? Jul 31, 2025 · 30m The number of migrants crossing the Channel in a year hits 25,000 in record time. Is this proof that the smuggling gangs remain unsmashed? Or is too soon to say? Newsnight hears one…
  146. Episode 146: Trump Deploys Nuclear Submarines Aug 1, 2025 · 30m A war of words between Donald Trump and a Russian politician has seen the US president deploy two nuclear submarines in response to 'foolish and inflammatory' threats. Will the move…
  147. Episode 147: Starmer’s Small Boats Promise Aug 4, 2025 · 30m Keir Starmer says he’ll end 'gimmicks and broken promises' on small boat crossings, with the detention of those to be sent back to France expected to begin within days. Can the prime…
  148. Episode 148: Government Braced for Asylum Protests Aug 5, 2025 · 30m A fresh waves of asylum hotel protests are expected to take place this weekend, just as the government moves ahead with its ‘one-in-out-out’ small boats agreement with France. Does the…
  149. Episode 149: French Wildfires Aug 6, 2025 · 30m Wildfires in southern France have scorched an area larger than Paris, with thousands evacuated. Is this the new normal? And, a woman whose brother died in the Air India crash and then…
  150. Episode 150: Putin-Trump Summit Aug 7, 2025 · 30m The presidents of Russia and America are to meet. Will they agree a Ukraine deal? And Israeli prime minister Netanyahu threatens to occupy the whole of Gaza. Would his army generals agree…
  151. Episode 151: Trump's Ukraine deal? Aug 8, 2025 · 31m President Trump says he is 'getting close to a deal on Ukraine' and that there will be 'swapping of territories' to do so. How will Ukraine respond? Plus, as US vice-president JD Vance…
  152. Episode 152: Trump Deploys National Guard to DC Aug 11, 2025 · 30m President Trump takes control of Washington DC police, and deploys the National Guard to the capital to crack down on what he describes as ‘violent gangs’ and ‘bloodthirsty criminals’. Is…
  153. Episode 153: Can European leaders persuade Trump on Ukraine deal? Aug 12, 2025 · 30m European leaders have one last chance to stop President Trump doing a Ukraine deal above their heads with President Putin. An ex-Pentagon official and ex-Nato policy chief tell us whether…
  154. Episode 154: Europe Tells Trump: Don't Sell Us Out Aug 13, 2025 · 30m It's the most important week for European security since Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine back in 2022 - and today Europe's leaders told President Trump: don't sell us out…
  155. Episode 155: Can Trump Close the Ukraine Deal? Aug 14, 2025 · 30m On the eve of the Alaska summit, can Trump close the deal with both Putin and Zelensky? And why are Afghans who helped the British and fled the Taliban being deported back to Afghanistan?…
  156. Episode 156: Trump and Putin finally meet Aug 15, 2025 · 31m The American and Russian presidents meet in Alaska to carve out a Ukraine deal. Will it happen and will the Ukrainians hate it? And Newsnight reveals a new Afghan data leak. With Katie…
  157. Episode 157: Is Ukraine Breakthrough Close? Aug 18, 2025 · 39m High noon at the White House as a new Nato-style security guarantee is unveiled for Ukraine. Will Putin really accept it? Plus, as the children's commissioner for England shares exclusive…
  158. Episode 158: Epping asylum seeker hotel to close Aug 19, 2025 · 30m Epping Forest District Council is triumphant after a legal victory over the government means that asylum seekers must leave the Bell Hotel. Will other councils now follow? Former head of…
  159. Episode 159: How to House UK Migrants? Aug 20, 2025 · 30m The government is scrambling for migrant housing solutions following the Epping judgement, after the local council there won its case to close the Bell Hotel. Can other councils do the…
  160. Episode 160: The Epstein Files Aug 21, 2025 · 30m A US congressional committee will finally see Justice Department investigation files relating to the late paedophile Jeffrey Epstein. What might they reveal? Plus, as energy and food bills…
  161. Episode 161: Why Did the FBI Raid John Bolton? Aug 22, 2025 · 30m onald Trump's former national security advisor and now his harsh critic, John Bolton, gets raided by the FBI. Who ordered it and why? And home secretary Yvette Cooper launches an appeal…
  162. Episode 162: Farage: Deport All Illegals Aug 26, 2025 · 30m Nigel Farage says the only way to stop the boats is to detain and deport anyone who enters the UK illegally. Is he right? Newsnight speaks to Reform's deputy leader Richard Tice. Also, is…
  163. Episode 163: Lib Dems Snub Trump Aug 27, 2025 · 30m The leader of the Liberal Democrats Ed Davey says he'll boycott President Trump's state visit next month - will others follow suit? All eyes on Gaza as President Trump chairs a meeting on…
  164. Episode 164: Green v Green Aug 28, 2025 · 30m Two Green leadership hopefuls debate the issues ahead of the party's leadership election. In which political direction is the party going? As TV presenter Rylan Clark goes viral for his…
  165. Episode 165: Epping hotel ruling: a real win for the government? Aug 29, 2025 · 30m Victory for the government over housing refugees at the Bell Hotel, but will it end up feeling like a defeat? Plus Essex County Council says that staff should speak out if they feel…
  166. Episode 166: Will the PM’s Reshuffle Work? Sep 1, 2025 · 30m Why is Sir Keir Starmer's Downing Street shake-up a big deal? The prime minister says his staff reshuffle will make the centre of government more powerful and allow him to drive through…
  167. Episode 167: Green Party’s New Leader on Newsnight Sep 2, 2025 · 30m The government's long-term borrowing costs reach a 27-year high, piling further pressure on the chancellor: how would the newly elected Green Party leader square that with his party's…
  168. Episode 168: Can Rayner Survive? Sep 3, 2025 · 30m Deputy prime minister Angela Rayner is having to explain how she failed to pay £40,000 in stamp duty. Can she keep her job? And Nigel Farage goes to Washington to criticise Starmer's…
  169. Episode 169: Rayner on the brink? Sep 4, 2025 · 30m As we learn more about the deputy prime minister's stamp duty row, can she hang on? Can the political centre claim the England flag or is it now a flag of the right? Paddy O'Connell asks…
  170. Episode 170: Rayner and a Reshuffle Sep 5, 2025 · 40m Angela Rayner gives up the fight for her job after she's found to have broken the Ministerial Code. As the PM reshuffles furiously, how damaged is his government? Also, former Trump vice…
  171. Episode 171: The Battle for the Labour Deputy Leadership Sep 8, 2025 · 30m MPs are jostling for votes as they prepare to crown a new deputy leader. But whose face will fit the frame? And, in an exclusive interview with Nick Watt, Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch…
  172. Episode 172: Israel Strikes Doha Sep 9, 2025 · 30m As Israel escalates its war into Qatar, Hamas claims its leadership survived the strikes on the country’s capital, Doha. With the US made aware that the attack was going ahead, but unable…
  173. Episode 173: Charlie Kirk shot dead Sep 10, 2025 · 31m One of the United States' most influential conservative talk radio hosts, Charlie Kirk, is assassinated by a gunman in Utah. What does it mean for America? Should Peter Mandelson resign…
  174. Episode 174: US after the Charlie Kirk assassination Sep 11, 2025 · 30m How will America be affected by its most high-profile political murder in decades? How dangerous is this moment for the US? Will divisions deepen or can the US come together? And, Peter…
  175. Episode 175: Starmer's September blues Sep 12, 2025 · 30m At the end of another bad week for Keir Starmer, his backbenchers ask whether he can survive to the next election. And, the governor of Utah calls out social media after the assassination…
  176. Episode 176: Embattled Starmer prepares to welcome the President Sep 15, 2025 · 30m President Trump likes to back winners; but as he lands in the UK some Labour MPs call Sir Keir Starmer an electoral loser. So how does the prime minister maintain his own special…
  177. Episode 177: Trump touches down in the UK Sep 16, 2025 · 30m President Trump arrives in the UK for his second state visit. Amid all the pomp, what will success look like for both Number 10 and the White House? And will questions over Jeffrey Epstein…
  178. Episode 178: The Trump State Visit Sep 17, 2025 · 30m The King intervenes on Ukraine as President Trump gets the full red carpet treatment at Windsor Castle. Will it make any difference? With Victoria Derbyshire.
  179. Episode 179: Trump Visit Turns Political Sep 18, 2025 · 31m Day two of the President Trump's state visit and the ceremonial gives way to politics. Putin, Gaza, Mandelson and even Jimmy Kimmel are on the agenda for Donald Trump and Sir Keir Starmer…
  180. Episode 180: Kimmel Axed: Where is this heading? Sep 19, 2025 · 30m The left and the entertainment world react to the cancelling of US late-night host Jimmy Kimmel. Is freedom of speech under attack or did he just get it wrong? And did Keir Starmer finally…
  181. Episode 181: Trump’s 'Dangerous' Autism Claim Sep 22, 2025 · 30m President Trump urges pregnant women to stop taking paracetamol as he links the drug to autism in children. Former director of National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases, Dr…
  182. Episode 182: Trump’s shift on Ukraine Sep 23, 2025 · 30m President Trump suddenly announces that he thinks Ukraine can win back all its land taken by Russia, weeks after suggesting Ukraine would have to give up some of its land in order to get…
  183. Episode 183: Zelensky's UN plea to stop Putin Sep 24, 2025 · 30m The Ukranian president warns the United Nations that Putin must be stopped or their war will spread. But who can do that? And is Nigel Farage trying the Trump playbook on the medical…
  184. Episode 184: 'Strip the Duchess of York of her title' say Virginia Giuffre's family... Sep 25, 2025 · 30m Sarah Ferguson faces calls to be stripped of her title from the family of Virginia Giuffre, the woman who accused Prince Andrew of trafficking her as a teenager. Faisal Islam talks to her…
  185. Episode 185: Labour's Liverpool Revamp - Will It Work? Sep 26, 2025 · 30m Keir Starmer takes on Nigel Farage's Reform UK with ID cards. Will it be enough to stop Labour conference delegates asking about the party's poll ratings? Meanwhile, the PM says…
  186. Episode 186: 29/09/2025 Sep 29, 2025 · 30m Insights and global interviews on the crucial news stories of the day. With Victoria Derbyshire
  187. Episode 187: Starmer takes the fight to Farage: Will it work? Sep 30, 2025 · 30m Has Sir Keir Starmer silenced his critics by taking the fight to Reform - and if he has, what's next? Newsnight hosts a Labour conference special looking at the prime minister’s speech and…
  188. Episode 188: Racism and misogyny exposed in London's police Oct 1, 2025 · 30m An undercover BBC investigation reveals racism and misogyny by police officers. We get reaction from a woman whose murdered daughters were mocked by Met Police constables, later jailed…
  189. Episode 189: Manchester Synagogue Killings Oct 2, 2025 · 30m A man kills two people outside a Manchester synagogue on Yom Kippur, the holiest day in the Jewish calendar. Two more are injured and police shoot dead the attacker, who police believe is…
  190. Episode 190: Home Secretary: Palestine Marches are 'Un-British' Oct 3, 2025 · 30m Protests against the Palestine Action ban are scheduled for the weekend, with the home secretary saying they are 'un-British'. Should they be called off? And as the Jewish community in…
  191. Episode 191: Kemi Badenoch: are voters listening? Oct 6, 2025 · 30m The Tories are in Manchester for their party conference. They have policies, but do they have anyone's attention? Also, former FBI boss James Comey is due in court charged with lying to…
  192. Episode 192: Kemi: I'll Slash the Deficit Oct 7, 2025 · 30m Kemi Badenoch will dangle the prospect of tax cuts to the electorate in her big conference speech tomorrow, but only within what she describes as her new 'golden rule'. Is the next…
  193. Episode 193: Did Kemi Badenoch Charm Her Party? Oct 8, 2025 · 30m It was her first keynote conference speech as Conservative leader and some say it was also her last. Did Kemi Badenoch do enough to see off the plotters for her crown? And after birth…
  194. Episode 194: Gaza peace within reach? Oct 9, 2025 · 30m A ceasefire in Gaza, with peace seemingly in reach after two years of conflict. President Trump has claimed this as a stunning victory for his own diplomacy. Paddy O'Connell asks how he…
  195. Episode 195: Donald Trump: Global Peacemaker or American Autocrat? Oct 10, 2025 · 30m As the Gaza ceasefire agreement looks set to be completed, Donald Trump is about to head to Israel to see the hostage release. Is this how he will be remembered, or will it be for his…
  196. Episode 196: What Next for Gaza? Oct 13, 2025 · 30m As an historic ceasefire comes into effect, and all living Israeli hostages returned to their homes, what will happen next in Gaza? Can lasting peace be achieved, and if so how? And, as…
  197. Episode 197: Gavin Williamson v Boris Johnson Oct 14, 2025 · 30m Boris Johnson's decision to close schools in England in 2021 was 'panicked' and 'unnecessary', according to Gavin Williamson, the education secretary at the time. Is he right? Also, in the…
  198. Episode 198: Why hasn’t more been done to protect children? Oct 15, 2025 · 32m The head of the seven-year, multi-million pound investigation into child sexual abuse in England and Wales tells Newsnight she's 'frustrated' that only two of her 20 recommendations have…
  199. Episode 199: Starmer Condemns Israeli Football Ban Oct 16, 2025 · 30m "The wrong decision". The prime minister attacks plans to ban Israeli football fans from a European tie at Villa Park in Birmingham over safety concerns, saying antisemitism on the streets…
  200. Episode 200: The Duke of York Loses His Titles Oct 17, 2025 · 30m Prince Andrew stays Prince Andrew but loses his Duke of York titles and the rest of his royal honours. Newsnight speaks exclusively to the family of the woman who accused the Prince. And…
  201. Episode 201: Prince Andrew Accuser: Her Story Oct 20, 2025 · 30m In a UK broadcast exclusive, the co-author of Virginia Giuffre's posthumous memoir, Amy Wallace, calls on Prince Andrew to tell the authorities what he knows. Also, we speak to Marjorie…
  202. Episode 202: Prince Andrew: A Matter for the Palace? Oct 21, 2025 · 30m His conduct, his finances, his mansion - the intense scrutiny on Prince Andrew continues. Is something else going to have to give? Annie Farmer, one of Epstein's first accusers, speaks to…
  203. Episode 203: Will Prince Andrew Get Grilled by MPs? Oct 22, 2025 · 30m The prime minister backs a parliamentary committee inquiry into the finances of Prince Andrew. Is the former Duke of York on a collision course with parliament? And the grooming inquiry…
  204. Episode 204: Welsh woes for Labour? Oct 23, 2025 · 30m Are we on the brink of a political earthquake in Wales? Newsnight is live at the Caerphilly by-election, which could provide an almighty political headache for the prime minister. Could it…
  205. Episode 205: Welcome to Seven-Party Politics Oct 24, 2025 · 30m The Caerphilly by-election result confirms Britain is embroiled in seven-party politics, but who will end up top of the heap? With Matt Chorley. And as Donald Trump's supporters plot an…
  206. Episode 206: Prince Andrew: How damaging to the royal family? Oct 27, 2025 · 30m The BBC can reveal that a well-known photograph of Harvey Weinstein, Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell was taken at Prince Andrew's home, Royal Lodge, the house the Prince is under…
  207. Episode 207: Hurricane Melissa hits Jamaica Oct 28, 2025 · 30m The strongest storm on the planet this year has just hit Jamaica. We hear reports of catastrophic flooding and ask, How extensive IS the damage? How low can the main parties' polling go? A…
  208. Episode 208: Taxpayers' Money to a Migrant Sex Offender? Oct 29, 2025 · 30m Should we be paying a migrant sex offender £500 to go back to Ethiopia? Victoria Derbyshire asks the immigration minister. And as President Trump heads to meet President Xi, how can MAGA…
  209. Episode 209: Andrew Mountbatten Windsor Oct 30, 2025 · 40m King Charles is to strip Prince Andrew of all his titles and kick him out of Royal Lodge. He'll be known from now on as Andrew Mountbatten Windsor. We speak to the brother of Virginia…
  210. Episode 210: Andrew Mountbatten Windsor: The American fallout Oct 31, 2025 · 30m The royal formerly known as a prince faces calls for further sanction in the UK, but how will he fare in the American judicial system without his title? Matt Chorley digs down.
  211. Episode 211: Reform UK's Economic Relaunch Nov 3, 2025 · 30m With the budget just weeks away, we will scrutinise all the major parties' economic pledges. Tonight we ask Reform UK's head of policy why they've dropped their promise to cut taxes by £90…
  212. Episode 212: Tax Rises to Come? Nov 4, 2025 · 30m The chancellor lays the ground for tax rises in what could be a painful Budget for voters, will her fellow Labour MPs back her? Plus, tomorrow marks a year since President Trump was…
  213. Episode 213: Another Two Prisoners Accidentally Let Go Nov 5, 2025 · 31m The justice secretary had a bad day as it was announced another two prisoners were let go by accident, both from Wandsworth Prison. Why does it keep happening? The new mayor of New York…
  214. Episode 214: Chaos in the justice system? Nov 6, 2025 · 30m Yet more questions for ministers as one prisoner hands himself in, but another remains on the run. Andrew Mountbatten Windsor is summoned to Congress by Democrats – what will the Royal…
  215. Episode 215: Starmer Returns Nov 7, 2025 · 30m Keir Starmer flies back to Britain to deal with an in-tray of David Lammy and the prisoners, Rachel Reeves and the upcoming budget, and Lucy Powell and the Labour Party. Can he fix all or…
  216. Episode 216: Trump vs the BBC Nov 10, 2025 · 31m President Trump threatens the BBC with a $1 billion legal action over the editing of his speech in an episode of Panorama. How big is the risk for the corporation? Plus, Epstein survivor…
  217. Episode 217: Challenge to Starmer? Nov 11, 2025 · 30m Some allies of the prime minister say he would fight off any leadership challenge. Newsnight's lively panel debates a night of drama in Westminster.
  218. Episode 218: Trump & The Epstein Files Nov 12, 2025 · 30m More Epstein emails emerge and leave President Trump with some questions to answer. And Michael Palin talks about the hospice where his wife of 57 years passed away, and why he thinks…
  219. Episode 219: Knives Out at Number 10 Nov 13, 2025 · 30m The prime minister's been assured that it is 'not Number 10' briefing against ministers. But Newsnight hears that explanation's not washing with members of the cabinet and the knives are…
  220. Episode 220: Immigration Crackdown Nov 14, 2025 · 30m In an effort to curb illegal migration, the Home Secretary plans the biggest shakeup to asylum rules in a generation. But will it work? And Labour infighting is blown off the headlines as…
  221. Episode 221: How Divided is Labour Over Immigration? Nov 17, 2025 · 30m The home secretary says her asylum reforms can 'unite what is a divided country'. But is a rebellion brewing on Labour's backbenches? Also, a woman who survived a violent rape tells…
  222. Episode 222: The President and the Prince on the Khashoggi Killing Nov 18, 2025 · 30m President Trump hosts Mohammed bin Salman at the White House, and says the Saudi crown prince 'knew nothing' about the 2018 murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi. Mr Khashoggi's widow Hanan…
  223. Episode 223: Ukraine: Peace on Whose Terms? Nov 19, 2025 · 30m Is President Trump about to impose a peace plan on Ukraine to end Russia's war in Putin's favour? And with a week to go until the budget, we ask which party has the best policies to help…
  224. Episode 224: 'Seditious behaviour' Nov 20, 2025 · 30m Comments by Democrats on the use of the US military are 'seditious behaviour, punishable by death!', claims President Trump on Truth Social. The White House has since denied it wants any…
  225. Episode 225: From Reform UK to jail Nov 21, 2025 · 30m Nathan Gill, Reform UK’s former leader in Wales, is jailed for corruption over a pro-Russian influence scheme in the European Parliament. Nigel Farage’s party calls Gill’s actions…
  226. Episode 226: Trump Hails 'Something Good' on Ukraine Nov 24, 2025 · 30m President Trump says 'something good may just be happening' with his peace plan for Ukraine, but just who is it good for? We’re joined by Piers Morgan, Layla Moran and former US national…
  227. Episode 227: Chancellor's Budget Perils Nov 25, 2025 · 30m With the Budget just hours away, we look at the economic and political pressures on the government, and some of the announcements likely to be in the speech tomorrow. And Reform UK's…
  228. Episode 228: Budget unpacked Nov 26, 2025 · 30m What does the budget mean for you, the UK economy, and the positions of the prime minister and chancellor? Newsnight speaks to some of the world's leading economists. With Victoria…
  229. Episode 229: U-turn on Workers' Rights? Nov 27, 2025 · 30m Has the government broken its manifesto on workers' rights? And the culture secretary tells Newsnight that there is a 'problem' with political appointees on the BBC board. With Paddy…
  230. Episode 230: What Black Hole? Nov 28, 2025 · 30m Why did Rachel Reeves warn the country to brace for the worst when she knew her figures already added up? And Jeremy Corbyn and Zara Sultana kick off the first conference of their party…
  231. Episode 231: US v Venezuela Dec 1, 2025 · 30m onight, President Trump hosts a key White House meeting on Venezuela as a dozen warships and 15,000 troops mass in the region. A Venezuelan cabinet minister tells Newsnight that Venezuela…
  232. Episode 232: The US in the Kremlin Dec 2, 2025 · 30m President Putin warns Europe he is ready for war as he meets Donald Trump's son-in-law in Moscow. Where next for the Ukraine peace process? Four years after the murder of Sarah Everard…
  233. Episode 233: Will Trump Strike Venezuela? Dec 3, 2025 · 30m President Trump has ramped up his threats of military action against drug traffickers in Venezuela, threatening to carry out strikes against them on land. We ask a Republican congressman…
  234. Episode 234: Putin Poisonings Dec 4, 2025 · 30m Vladimir Putin was ultimately responsible for the 2018 Salisbury poisonings that killed Dawn Sturgess, a public inquiry finds. The man who led the UK police counter-terror response tells…
  235. Episode 235: Trump Peace Prize Dec 5, 2025 · 30m Donald Trump finally gets his peace prize, from the world of... football. But how does that fit with his military threats to Venezuela? And, with actor Timothy Spall starring in a new…
  236. Episode 236: Europe alone? Dec 8, 2025 · 30m As European leaders meet in Downing Street to save Ukraine, President Trump hails the idea he's sidelined them. Is Europe now on its own? Also, Joey Barton is handed a suspended jail…
  237. Episode 237: 'Mask up for flu wave' Dec 9, 2025 · 30m How worried should we be by rising cases of the virulent H3N2 flu strain, as people with symptoms are told to wear a mask? We ask to a top virologist. Also, President Trump says he…
  238. Episode 238: US seizes oil tanker Dec 10, 2025 · 30m A dramatic escalation of tensions between the US and Venezuela as President Trump says the US has seized an oil tanker off the coast of the South American nation. Where could this…
  239. Episode 239: Collapse of the NHS? Dec 11, 2025 · 30m The NHS risks collapse if doctors strike during the superflu crisis, so says the health secretary tonight. Is he fighting the flu or the medical profession? Newsnight cameras catch the…
  240. Episode 240: ‘Britain Should Prepare for War’ Dec 12, 2025 · 30m 'The shadow of war' hangs over Europe - and Britain needs to prepare, warns a government minister about Russia. What does it mean for us all? We ask a former top Nato official. Plus, the…
  241. Episode 241: Streeting: doctors' strike 'unconscionable' Dec 15, 2025 · 30m The health secretary calls this week's resident doctors' strike 'probably the worst thing the [British Medical Association] has done since they marched against the foundation of the NHS in…
  242. Episode 242: UK probe into foreign interference Dec 16, 2025 · 30m The prime minister has ordered a probe into foreign interference in UK politics; how widespread could it be? Unemployment is up, with younger workers particularly affected. We ask…
  243. Episode 243: Halve Violence Against Women? Dec 17, 2025 · 30m The government says it's going to empower schools in England to intervene when they see pupils displaying misogynistic behaviour. Will it help them meet their target of halving violence…
  244. Episode 244: New Epstein Photos Dec 18, 2025 · 30m As tomorrow's deadline to release the Epstein files looms, US Democrats drop a new batch of photos from Jeffrey Epstein's estate. How disruptive could this be for the White House? Plus, a…
  245. Episode 245: Epstein Files deadline Dec 19, 2025 · 30m After a year dominated by speculation about the release, even the existence, of the Epstein files, hundreds of thousands of documents have been released. How much impact will they have?…