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Matt Chorley's Urgent Questions

Matt Chorley brings you the biggest interviews, latest news and best analysis from the heart of Westminster every weekday. It's politics, but not as you know it...

  1. 141

    How do you know when the power's gone?

    How do you know when the power's gone? Why does Farage say it's none of your business? Is Andy Burnham smashing the socials? Who will be the MMP for Glasgow South?Matt Chorley brings you the who, what, where, why and when of British politics.If you've got urgent questions... then email [email protected]

  2. 140

    What did Lorraine Kelly make of PMQs?

    What did Lorraine Kelly make of PMQs? What will Rachel Reeves do next? What's it like to be a new MP? Who will be the MMP for Coventry East?Matt Chorley brings you the who, what, where, why and when of British politics.If you've got urgent questions... then email [email protected]

  3. 139

    Did Brexit break Britain?

    Did Brexit break Britain?Will Andy Burnham face a challenger?Are crazy golf rules crazy?Who will be the MMP for Vale of Glamorgan ?Matt Chorley brings you the who, what, where, why and when of British politics. If you've got urgent questions... then email [email protected]

  4. 138

    When will we get a new Prime Minister?

    When will we get a new Prime Minister? What could a Burnham cabinet look like? How will history remember Sir Keir Starmer? Is the media to blame?Matt Chorley brings you the who, what, where, why and when of British politics. If you've got urgent questions... then email [email protected]

  5. 137

    Is Andy Burnham on his way to No 10?

    Is Andy Burnham on his way to No 10?Are we really in unprecedented times?Who will be the MMP for Orkney and Shetland?Matt Chorley brings you the who, what, where, why and when of British politics. If you've got urgent questions... then email [email protected]

  6. 136

    Did Ken Clarke help England win the 1966 World Cup?

    Did Ken Clarke help England win the 1966 World Cup?What's happening politically for the World Cup co-hosts?What is it like to photograph your heroes?Who will be the MMP for Dunfermline and Dollar?Matt Chorley brings you the who, what, where, why and when of British politics. If you've got urgent questions... then email [email protected]

  7. 135

    How would a World Cup winner tackle PMQs?

    How would a World Cup winner tackle PMQs? How will this week's by-elections play out? Is Westminster gripped by World Cup fever? Who will be the MMP for Sheffield Brightside and Hillsborough? Matt Chorley brings you the who, what, where, why and when of British politics. If you've got urgent questions... then email [email protected]

  8. 134

    Should party members have a say on choosing a PM?

    Should party members have a say on choosing a PM?Why did so many politicians go to Eton?Who is installing loo rolls incorrectly?Who will be the MMP for Torbay?Matt Chorley brings you the who, what, where, why and when of British politics. If you've got urgent questions... then email [email protected]

  9. 133

    How hard is it being prime minister?

    How hard is it being prime minister? Will the U16 social media ban work? What does Kate Nash want done to help touring musicians? Who will be the MMP for Halesowen?Matt Chorley brings you the who, what, where, why and when of British politics. If you've got urgent questions... then email [email protected]

  10. 132

    What's Ken Clarke's advice for Keir Starmer?

    What's Ken Clarke's advice for Keir Starmer? How have World Cups affected PMs? Why can't you text the word 'wang' to 5 Live? And who will be the Member of Matt's Parliament for Lowestoft?

  11. 131

    How damaging is John Healey's resignation?

    How damaging is John Healey's resignation? Where would the Conservatives find more cash? How would the spin class handle this? Who will be the MMP for West Aberdeen and Kincardine?Matt Chorley brings you the who, what, where, why and when of British politics. If you've got urgent questions... then email [email protected]

  12. 130

    What did Phil Wang make of PMQs wanging on?

    What did Phil Wang make of PMQs wanging on? Where is the money inside the Bank of England? Is this the most political World Cup ever? Who will be the MMP for New Forest West?Matt Chorley brings you the who, what, where, why and when of British politics. If you've got urgent questions... then email [email protected]

  13. 129

    Who did Michael Howard think was best at PMQs?

    Who did Michael Howard think was best at PMQs?What's going on with fake Farage fighting videos?Should the World Cup have a half time show?Who will be the MMP for Bridgwater?Matt Chorley brings you the who, what, where, why and when of British politics. If you've got urgent questions... then email [email protected]

  14. 128

    What's Andy Burnham's next move?

    What's Andy Burnham's next move?Should politicians give football cliches the red card?Does magic need the human touch?Who will be the MMP for Aberdeen South?Matt Chorley brings you the who, what, where, why and when of British politics.If you've got urgent questions... then email [email protected]

  15. 127

    Why is Harry Shearer making a J. Edgar Hoover musical?

    Why is Harry Shearer making a J. Edgar Hoover musical? Is the prime minister making a bucket list or a political fightback? Do children in Finland really have no homework? Who will be the MMP for Lewisham North?Matt Chorley brings you the who, what, where, why and when of British politics. If you've got urgent questions... then email [email protected]

  16. 126

    Which party has the most donations?

    Which party has the most donations? What is happening 28 days on from the May elections? Why did David Owen not like his portrait photo? Who will be the MMP for Stafford?Matt Chorley brings you the who, what, where, why and when of British politics. If you've got urgent questions... then email [email protected]

  17. 125

    Did QI's John Lloyd find PMQs Quite Interesting?

    Did QI's John Lloyd find PMQs Quite Interesting?How does Hansard work?Is having two mobile phones ridiculous?Who will be the MMP for Leeds Central and Headingley?Matt Chorley brings you the who, what, where, why and when of British politics. If you've got urgent questions... then email [email protected]

  18. 124

    What’s wrong with airing your dirty linen in public?

    What’s wrong with airing your dirty linen in public? What's it like not having a government for 69 days? Should the two acts of a play be the same length? Who will be the MMP for Staffordshire Moorlands? Matt Chorley brings you the who, what, where, why and when of British politics. If you've got urgent questions... then email [email protected]

  19. 123

    What matters in the Mandelson files?

    What matters in the Mandelson files?Can you govern without whipping?What is happening in Trumpland?Who will be the MMP for Colne Valley?Matt Chorley brings you the who, what, where, why and when of British politics. If you've got urgent questions... then email [email protected]

  20. 122

    Why are next month's by-elections complicated?

    Why are next month's by-elections complicated? Why are young Indians rallying around a cockroach? What are the politics of diaries? Who will be the MMP for St Neots and Mid Cambridgeshire?Matt Chorley brings you the who, what, where, why and when of British politics. If you've got urgent questions... then email [email protected]

  21. 121

    What can Shed Seven teach us about trading gold?

    What can Shed Seven teach us about trading gold?How do you handle an ex-leader?How grumpy was Ted Heath ?Who will be the MMP for Poplar and Limehouse?Matt Chorley brings you the who, what, where, why and when of British politics. If you've got urgent questions... then email [email protected]

  22. 120

    What are voters saying in Makerfield?

    What are voters saying in Makerfield?Where is Tony Blair's radical centre?Can I play the ukulele?Who will be the MMP for Vauxhall and Camberwell Green?Matt Chorley brings you the who, what, where, why and when of British politics. If you've got urgent questions... then email [email protected]

  23. 119

    Has Trump blown it on Iran?

    Has Trump blown it on Iran?Can you hatch a duck egg in your underpants?What small hot thing is winding you up?Who will be the MMP for Lichfield?Matt Chorley brings you the who, what, where, why and when of British politics. If you've got urgent questions... then email [email protected]

  24. 118

    What can Starmer learn from Southgate?

    What can Starmer learn from Southgate?Did the CIA poison Gordon Banks?How does Rivals get the 1987 election wrong?Who will be the MMP for Eastleigh?Matt Chorley brings you the who, what, where, why and when of British politics. If you've got urgent questions... then email [email protected]

  25. 117

    Why does Tom Allen love suburbia?

    Why does Tom Allen love suburbia? What's a standing order anyway? What can Dad's Army teach today's politicians? Who will be the MMP for Southend and Rochford? Matt Chorley brings you the who, what, where, why and when of British politics. If you've got urgent questions... then email [email protected]

  26. 116

    Is there a parallel universe where the PM is really popular?

    Is there a parallel universe where the PM is really popular?How should politicians deal with hecklers?What's it like to photograph Jim Callaghan? Who will be the MMP for East Ham?Matt Chorley brings you the who, what, where, why and when of British politics.If you've got urgent questions... then email [email protected]

  27. 115

    Why has Bridget Phillipson recruited Gemma Collins?

    Why has Bridget Phillipson recruited Gemma Collins? What does Basil Brush want to go boom boom? Which is the best political resignation speech? Who will be the MMP for Normanton and Hemsworth? Matt Chorley brings you the who, what, where, why and when of British politics. If you've got urgent questions... then email [email protected]

  28. 114

    Will Makerfield be the most important by-election ever?

    Will Makerfield be the most important by-election ever?How do you look after a lame duck?What small things wind you up about animals?Who will be the MMP for Walthamstow?Matt Chorley brings you the who, what, where, why and when of British politics. If you've got urgent questions... then email [email protected]

  29. 113

    Who is fittest to be PM?

    Who is fittest to be PM? What does Labour actually stand for? What's going on in Worcestershire? Who will be the MMP for Harwich and North Essex?Matt Chorley brings you the who, what, where, why and when of British politics. If you've got urgent questions... then email [email protected]

  30. 112

    Is this chaos totally precedented?

    Is this chaos totally precedented? What sound sums up the political week? Which tree made me sneeze in Downing Street?Who will be the MMP for Newcastle-upon-Tyne Central and West? If you've got urgent questions... then email [email protected]

  31. 111

    Has Streeting sparked a Labour civil war?

    Has Streeting sparked a Labour civil war?What does history teach us about leadership challenges?Could there be a Labour coronation?Who will be the MMP for South Ribble?Matt Chorley brings you the who, what, where, why and when of British politics. If you've got urgent questions... then email [email protected]

  32. 110

    Is Wes Streeting going to challenge the PM?

    Is Wes Streeting going to challenge the PM? Has the King's speech been overshadowed? Which biscuits does No10 serve? Who will be the MMP for Godalming and Ash? Matt Chorley brings you the who, what, where, why and when of British politics. If you've got urgent questions... then email [email protected]

  33. 109

    Has Keir Starmer's fightback worked?

    Has Keir Starmer's fightback worked? Will anyone else resign tonight? What will happen during the King's Speech tomorrow? Who will be the MMP for Lewisham West and East Dulwich? Matt Chorley brings you the who, what, where, why and when of British politics. If you've got urgent questions... then email [email protected]

  34. 108

    Is Keir Starmer's job safe?

    Is Keir Starmer's job safe?Can Labour spin its way out of election defeat?How do voters in Wales feel about the election results?Who will be the MMP for Ipswich?Matt Chorley brings you the who, what, where, why and when of British politics. If you've got urgent questions... then email [email protected]

  35. 107

    Who are the election winners and losers?

    Who are the election winners and losers? Are Labour finished in Wales? Are Reform here to stay? Is this the end of politics as we know it?Matt Chorley brings you the who, what, where, why and when of British politics. If you've got urgent questions... then email [email protected]

  36. 106

    Can Trump serve a third term?

    Can Trump serve a third term? Is smoking bad for your political health? Why is it important to be a good listener? Who will be the MMP for Birmingham Yardley? Matt Chorley brings you the who, what, where, why and when of British politics. If you've got urgent questions... then email [email protected]

  37. 105

    How can you generate Labour leadership speculation?

    How can you generate Labour leadership speculation?How loud is Big Ben?What shape are margarine tubs in Belgium?Who will be the MMP for Cardiff South and Penarth?Matt Chorley brings you the who, what, where, why and when of British politics. If you've got urgent questions... then email [email protected]

  38. 104

    How seismic could this week's elections be?

    How seismic could this week's elections be? What should we watch out for when the results come in? Should Keir Starmer do a John Major? Who will be the MMP for Neath and Swansea East?Matt Chorley brings you the who, what, where, why and when of British politics. If you've got urgent questions... then email [email protected]

  39. 103

    Why does Sir John Major warn politics is not a gameshow?

    Why does Sir John Major warn politics is not a gameshow? Should Keir Starmer copy his 'put up or shut' moment? What did he make of his Spitting Image puppet? Who will be the MMP for Bolton West?Matt Chorley brings you the who, what, where, why and when of British politics. If you've got urgent questions... then email [email protected]

  40. 102

    When should you ring round your allies?

    When should you ring round your allies? How helpful is the Art of War? Will we miss hereditary peers? Who will be the MMP for Harrow West? Matt Chorley brings you the who, what, where, why and when of British politics. If you've got urgent questions... then email [email protected].

  41. 101

    What would make British Jews feel safer?

    What would make British Jews feel safer?Why is humour a diplomatic winner?Are MPs not reading enough?Who will be the MMP for Mid Norfolk?Matt Chorley brings you the who, what, where, why and when of British politics. If you've got urgent questions... then email [email protected]

  42. 100

    How does Morgan McSweeney the man compare to the myth?

    How does Morgan McSweeney the man compare to the myth?How do Americans feel about the King's visit?Should you have name tags at children's parties?Who will be the MMP for Barking?Matt Chorley brings you the who, what, where, why and when of British politics. If you've got urgent questions... then email [email protected]

  43. 99

    Should the PM face a sleaze inquiry?

    Should the PM face a sleaze inquiry?Is SNL UK nailing the cold open?Is politics more of a marathon than a sprint?Who will be the MMP for Blyth and Ashington?Matt Chorley brings you the who, what, where, why and when of British politics.If you've got urgent questions... then email [email protected]

  44. 98

    What makes a great news theme tune?

    What makes a great news theme tune? Why do journalists love the White House correspondent's dinner? Which MPs have the most popular names? Who will be the MMP for East Grinstead and Uckfield?Matt Chorley brings you the who, what, where, why and when of British politics. If you've got urgent questions... then email [email protected]

  45. 97

    How do you tell Trump to play Putin?

    How do you tell Trump to play Putin? Can the hand that wields the knife ever wear the crown? What are the political perils of flag waving? Who will be the MMP for High Peak? Matt Chorley brings you the who, what, where, why and when of British politics. If you've got urgent questions... then email [email protected]

  46. 96

    Why did Michael Palin undress as the prime minister?

    Why did Michael Palin undress as the prime minister? Are there cracks appearing in cabinet unity? Was PMQs a Peep Show for Paterson Joseph? Who will be the MMP for North East Somerset and Hanham? Matt Chorley brings you the who, what, where, why and when of British politics. If you've got urgent questions... then email [email protected]

  47. 95

    Starmer v Robbins: who won?

    Starmer v Robbins: who won? Who was Queen Elizabeth II's favourite president? Does snooker need speeding up? Who will be the MMP for Central Ayrshire? Matt Chorley brings you the who, what, where, why and when of British politics. If you've got urgent questions... then email [email protected]

  48. 94

    How intrusive is the vetting process?

    How intrusive is the vetting process?Will A.I. take your job?Do we need to put "no ball games" signs in the bin?Who will be the MMP for Calder Valley?Matt Chorley brings you the who, what, where, why and when of British politics. If you've got urgent questions... then email [email protected]

  49. 93

    Can Jeremy Vine answer his own questions?

    Can Jeremy Vine answer his own questions? Why didn't the Prime Minister ask about Peter Mandelson's vetting? Can Matt survive a driverless car? Who will be the MMP for Sunderland Central?Matt Chorley brings you the who, what, where, why and when of British politics. If you've got urgent questions... then email [email protected]

  50. 92

    How do you spin a summer of sex?

    How do you spin a summer of sex? What can Britain learn from other countries? What makes a great political photograph? Who will be the MMP for Worsley and Eccles?Matt Chorley brings you the who, what, where, why and when of British politics. If you've got urgent questions... then email [email protected]

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