
Does Rachel Reeves have a runway to growth?
Times columnist Sebastian Payne joins the podcast team as they make their way through the chancellor’s plans for growth.
What we talked about in this episode

Can a new Heathrow runway meet both the government’s growth and climate goals?
Transparency is vital if the government is to make the case for a new Heathrow runway.

How to make Westminster’s relations with Wales and Scotland work
Nine former Scottish and Welsh ministers reflect on Westminster’s approach to devolution.

Nicola Sturgeon
Nicola Sturgeon talks about the Scottish independence referendum, her leadership style as first minister, and working with five different UK PMs.

Humza Yousaf
Humza Yousaf discusses policy challenges in justice, transport and health, his leadership style, and the breakdown of the Bute House Agreement.

Mark Drakeford
Mark Drakeford reflects on his leadership style as first minister, leading Wales through the pandemic, and working with four different UK PMs.
People featured in this episode

Nick Davies
Programme Director

Gemma Tetlow
Chief Economist

Millie Mitchell
Researcher