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Radio 4,22 Mar 2026,59 mins

War and the cost of living

Westminster Hour

Available for 24 days

Ben Wright's guests are the Labour MP Polly Billington, Conservative former Treasury minister John Glen and the domestic policy expert, Sam Freedman. They discuss the latest developments in the Iran war and its impact on UK domestic politics - especially on energy bills and the cost of living. They also consider the government's changes to immigration rules and the row within Labour over how long people should have to wait before getting indefinite leave to remain. Lucy Fisher - Whitehall Editor of the Financial Times - brings additional insight and analysis. And Ben explores the significance of a political leader's class and educational background to their career success.

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