The Week: Migration Falls, Winter Fuel Changed And Chagos Deal Done
Chris, Adam, Leila and Faisal discuss a busy political week.
May 23, 2025
29 min
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May 23, 2025
The Week: Migration Falls, Winter Fuel Changed And Chagos Deal Done
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<p>Today, the government are claiming credit for a fall in migration numbers - but should they?</p><p>Adam and Chris are joined by economics editor Faisal Islam and political correspondent Leila Nathoo to discuss that + the controversial Chagos deal.</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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