Brexitcast: The EU-UK Deal (and our Rachel Reeves interview)
Keir Starmer says it is time to move on from “political fights” about Brexit.
May 19, 2025
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May 19, 2025
Brexitcast: The EU-UK Deal (and our Rachel Reeves interview)
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<p>Today, the UK and EU have come to a deal that covers fishing, trade, defence, energy and more.</p><p>Adam and Chris, in true Brexitcast style, go through the detail as the Prime Minister says it is time to move on from “political fights” about Brexit. </p><p>Plus, Adam sits down with Rachel Reeves, Chancellor of the Exchequer, as she explains the benefits of the deal. They also discuss possible changes to ISAs, winter fuel and whether Elton John is off her music playlist. </p><p>You can now listen to Newscast on a smart speaker. If you want to listen, just say "Ask BBC Sounds to play Newscast”. It works on most smart speakers.
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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Jack Maclaren with Shiler Mahmoudi and Anna Harris. The technical producer was Mike Regaard. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.</p>
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