Newscast
Newscast is a current affairs & news bulletin on BBC1. Lighthearted discussion of the week's political events. The program has been available since 2024. A total of 35 episodes have been broadcast, most recently in April 2025.
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Adam Fleming, Chris Mason, Alex Forsyth and Gary O’Donoghue discuss how the government is reacting to President Trump’s latest round of tariffs.
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Adam, Chris, Alex and Faisal discuss the impact of President Trump’s new tariffs on cars, and welfare reforms.
James Cook, Chris Mason, Lucy Fisher and Stephanie Flanders discuss the prime minister’s defence strategy, next week’s spring statement and the government’s welfare reforms.
Adam, Vicki, Faisal and Nick discuss Labour’s plan to scrap NHS England and reform the welfare system, plus whether US tariffs might mean the prime minister has to take a tougher line with Trump.
Adam, Chris, Caitríona and James discuss if Sir Keir Starmer’s strategy for handling President Trump is working.
James, Lyse, Nick and James discuss Sir Keir Starmer’s trip to Washington to meet with President Trump.
Adam and Alex unite with Vitaly from Ukrainecast and Justin and Marianna from Americast to discuss a monumental week for the war in Ukraine.
Adam, Chris, Caitríona and James discuss a possible end to the war in Ukraine, and what it means for the UK and beyond.
Adam Fleming, Laura Kuenssberg, Chris Mason and Faisal Islam reunite to discuss Brexit. Was another outcome possible? Could Theresa May have survived Brexit as PM? And is the debate heating up again?
Adam, Alex, Chris and Faisal discuss Rachel Reeves's plans for growth and Peter Mandelson's attempts to win over Donald Trump.
Adam Fleming, Chris Mason, Vicki Young and James Landale discuss Donald Trump’s first week back in office, Britain’s trade relationship with the EU, and the government’s plans to say no to NIMBYism.
Adam, Alex, Chris and Faisal discuss a new national review of grooming evidence, economic growth, and Brexit.
Adam, Alex, Chris and Faisal discuss sandwiches, planning reforms and the chancellor's trip to Brussels.
Adam Fleming and Chris Mason are joined by Tim Shipman to discuss Labour's new milestone targets and immigration.
Adam, Alex, Chris and Nick discuss the government's migration plan and assisted dying legislation.
Adam, Alex, Chris and Henry discuss Ukraine firing British missiles on Russia, and remember John Prescott.
Adam, Chris, Stephanie and Lucy discuss the assisted dying bill, pension megafunds and Donald Trump.
Series 5, Episode 18 - Trump Wins Back the Whitehouse, a New Shadow Cabinet and Tuition Fees Rise...
Adam, Chris, Alex and Nick discuss Donald Trump's win, the new shadow cabinet and tuition fees.
Adam, Alex, Ben and Nick discuss reaction to the Budget, Rishi Sunak’s swan song and the US election.
Series 5
Adam, Alex, Jo and Matt discuss what changes to the fiscal rules mean for the budget, a possible new ban on disposable vapes, and why a proposed law on assisted dying could be a tricky issue for MPs.