Keir Starmer’s First Big Test
Keir Starmer faces his first big test as Labour leader with elections across Britain on 6 May 2021. With Michael Walker, Owen Jones and Dalia Gebrial.
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Manchester United Fans Shut Down Match Over Glazers
The #GlazersOut protest was the first time ever that a Premier League match has been postponed because of fans’ actions. Can the movement create a revolution in club ownership?
Is the Covid-19 Pandemic Over in the UK?
With new ONS data showing Covid-19 case levels 20 times lower than their January peak, are we finally seeing the end of the UK pandemic? With Michael Walker and Aaron Bastani.
Boris Johnson Under Investigation
The Electoral Commission have launched an investigation into the funding of Boris Johnson’s flat. Could the scandal bring down the Prime Minister? With Michael Walker and Dalia Gebrial.
Boris Johnson’s Outrageous Covid-19 Comments
Did Boris Johnson say he’d “let the bodies pile high in their thousands” rather than implement a third Covid-19 lockdown? If he did, will it do any damage to his premiership? With Michael Walker and Ash Sarkar.
The Coronavirus Pandemic Is Not Over
While it may seem the Covid-19 pandemic in Britain is ending, this week saw global case levels higher than ever before. We speak to Deepti Gurdasani about the ongoing global coronavirus crisis.
Derek Chauvin Found Guilty of Murdering George Floyd
Derek Chauvin has been found guilty on all charges for the murder of George Floyd. Does the verdict move the US closer towards racial justice?
Biden Announces Withdrawal From Afghanistan
Joe Biden has announced all US troops will leave Afghanistan by September. After 20 years of war, in what state do the US and their British allies leave the country and its people?
Tory Sleaze Row Gathers Pace
Keir Starmer has called on the PM to launch a full inquiry into Greensill and said “sleaze is now at heart of this Tory government”. Will the allegations stick?
David Cameron Investigated Over Greensill Scandal
The government have announced an independent review into David Cameron and the Greensill affair. Is another white-wash incoming?
Northern Ireland Sees Riots From Loyalists
After a week of violence in Northern Ireland, we speak to Amanda Ferguson about the events that led to unrest among loyalist communities.
What Are the AstraZeneca Blood Clot Risks?
The JCVI have announced that under 30s should be offered an alternative to the Astra Zeneca vaccine. What does this mean for the vaccine rollout, and for young people who’ve already had the AZ jab? With Michael Walker, Deenan Pillay and Dalia Gebrial.
Johnson Announces Vaccine Passports for Major Events
#TyskySour returns this evening with Michael Walker and Ash Sarkar.
A Year of Keir
Michael Walker and Aaron Bastani assess Keir Starmer’s first year as Labour leader.
Britain Not Racist Says Government Report
Why the government report claiming Britain is “not institutional racist” is a whitewash, with Michael Walker, Kojo Karam and Dalia Gebrial.
Police Violence at Third Bristol Protest
On Friday Bristol saw its third protest against the policing bill in 6 days. We speak to Adam Cantwell-Corn, co-founder of The Bristol Cable, who reported from the scene.
The Suez Canal Blockage
#TyskySour returns this evening with Michael Walker and Aaron Bastani.
Priti Patel’s Harsh New Asylum Rules
Priti Patel has announced harsh new plans to restrict people’s right to asylum in Britain. We speak to Maya Goodfellow about the Tory war on refugees.