<p>For this week’s&nbsp;<em>Edition</em>, William Moore is joined by the<em>&nbsp;Spectator</em>’s political editor Tim Shipman, the drinks writer Henry Jeffreys and the founder and chair of&nbsp;<em>iNHouse Communications</em>&nbsp;– and former director of communications for Theresa May – Katie Perrior.</p><br><p>This week:&nbsp;another year, another prime ministerial resignation – it’s all becoming a little too common in British politics. The guests give their views on Starmer’s downfall and&nbsp;look ahead to the inevitable Andy Burnham premiership, from his policy agenda to who’s in – and who’s out – when it comes to the Cabinet and all-important role of Chancellor. Facing criticism that he lacks a mandate, not to mention how recently he was elected to Parliament, should he call for a general election? Burnham may be influenced from Gordon Brown’s failure to call one in 2007 but, as Katie warns, snap elections don't always go your way – just ask Theresa May. And do you agree with Tim characterising Burnham as Labour’s first&nbsp;<em>female&nbsp;</em>leader.&nbsp;</p><br><p>Also: from Burnham’s black t-shirt to Theresa May’s kitten heels, does it matter how politicians dress? Henry makes his argument that people should always strive to dress well and why – from charity shops to the app Vinted – it’s never been easier to do so.</p><br><p>Plus: as the country bakes, what’s the best booze to drink to cool off?</p><br><p>Produced by Patrick Gibbons.&nbsp;</p><p>Become a <em>Spectator </em>subscriber today to access this podcast without adverts. Go to <a href="https://www.spectator.co.uk/follow-your-podcasts/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">spectator.co.uk/adfree</a> to find out more.</p><br><p>For more <em>Spectator</em> podcasts, go to <a href="https://www.spectator.co.uk/podcasts/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">spectator.co.uk/podcasts</a>. </p><br><p>Contact us: podcast@spectator.co.uk</p>

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The Edition

The Spectator

Burnham's coronation – but does he have a plan for power? – with Katie Perrior

JUN 26, 202646 MIN
The Edition

Burnham's coronation – but does he have a plan for power? – with Katie Perrior

JUN 26, 202646 MIN

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<p>For this week’s&nbsp;<em>Edition</em>, William Moore is joined by the<em>&nbsp;Spectator</em>’s political editor Tim Shipman, the drinks writer Henry Jeffreys and the founder and chair of&nbsp;<em>iNHouse Communications</em>&nbsp;– and former director of communications for Theresa May – Katie Perrior.</p><br><p>This week:&nbsp;another year, another prime ministerial resignation – it’s all becoming a little too common in British politics. The guests give their views on Starmer’s downfall and&nbsp;look ahead to the inevitable Andy Burnham premiership, from his policy agenda to who’s in – and who’s out – when it comes to the Cabinet and all-important role of Chancellor. Facing criticism that he lacks a mandate, not to mention how recently he was elected to Parliament, should he call for a general election? Burnham may be influenced from Gordon Brown’s failure to call one in 2007 but, as Katie warns, snap elections don't always go your way – just ask Theresa May. And do you agree with Tim characterising Burnham as Labour’s first&nbsp;<em>female&nbsp;</em>leader.&nbsp;</p><br><p>Also: from Burnham’s black t-shirt to Theresa May’s kitten heels, does it matter how politicians dress? Henry makes his argument that people should always strive to dress well and why – from charity shops to the app Vinted – it’s never been easier to do so.</p><br><p>Plus: as the country bakes, what’s the best booze to drink to cool off?</p><br><p>Produced by Patrick Gibbons.&nbsp;</p><p>Become a <em>Spectator </em>subscriber today to access this podcast without adverts. Go to <a href="https://www.spectator.co.uk/follow-your-podcasts/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">spectator.co.uk/adfree</a> to find out more.</p><br><p>For more <em>Spectator</em> podcasts, go to <a href="https://www.spectator.co.uk/podcasts/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">spectator.co.uk/podcasts</a>. </p><br><p>Contact us: [email protected]</p> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>