The Rest is Politics: Election Special

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As the UK prepares to go to the polls, Alastair Campbell and Rory Stewart discuss, dissect and deconstruct the biggest news stories from the campaign trail

Seasons

4 Episodes • Premiered 2024

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1. Episode 1

In the first episode, Alastair and Rory dissect the results of their exclusive poll, which shows Labour's lead is narrowing, and discuss Rishi Sunak's national service policy.

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2. Episode 2

Alastair Campbell and Rory Stewart discuss the Daily Mail poll that predicts the Conservative Party will win just 66 seats in the upcoming General Election and take a look at Rishi Sunak and Sir Keir Starmer's latest election pledges. The pair review the state of play for the Liberal Democrats, Green Party and SNP ahead of polling day and give updates on the Israel-Gaza conflict and South African elections.

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3. Episode 3

Former Labour spin doctor Alastair Campbell and former Conservative MP Rory Stewart ask what impact the D-Day fiasco will have on Rishi Sunak.

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4. Episode 4

Alastair and Rory discuss the Tories' final campaign strategy and Labour concerns over turnout. Plus: Emmanuel Macron's big gamble, and the politics of football.

Cast

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Rory Stewart

Self - Host

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