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22 Jul, 2026

Burnham’s Government – what to expect

In this episode, Flint experts examine what Andy Burnham's premiership means for policy and politics, as he took office on 20 July with relatively little yet set out publicly about his plans.  They explore the priorities likely to shape Burnham's and his Cabinet's agenda, the implications for business of a change at the top of […]
27 Nov, 2025

The Budget 2025

On Wednesday 26 November 2025, the Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivered a long-awaited Autumn Budget. In this episode, Flint experts discuss the Budget decisions, what it means for Labour's programme, and the political and economic impacts for the business community.  
02 Oct, 2025

Lessons from Liverpool: Key Takeaways from Labour Party Conference

As the Labour Party Conference 2025 draws to a close, Flint experts unpack the key announcements from the Prime Minister, Chancellor and wider Cabinet.  In this episode, our panel explores Labour's policy programme, its strategic direction ahead of the next Budget, the Deputy Leadership race, and the implications for the UK business environment.  Flint Director Anna […]
09 Sep, 2025

UK Cabinet reshuffle: What comes next?

Following a tumultuous week in British politics, Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has initiated a major reshuffle of his cabinet, a move accelerated by the resignation of his Deputy, Angela Rayner. This reshuffle has resulted in new appointments into several high-profile ministerial roles, including the Foreign Office and Home Office, setting the stage for a […]