Not Another One

Steve Richards, Miranda Green, Tim Montgomerie and Iain Martin

Inspired by the UK’s most famous voter, Brenda from Bristol, four close watchers of politics agree - and freely disagree - about the twists and turns of the General Election 2024 - and beyond.

With Steve Richards, broadcaster and author, Tim Montgomerie, founder of Conservative Home and a serial political entrepreneur, Iain Martin, Times columnist and Miranda Green of the Financial Times. We hope you agree with us, rather than with Brenda, that it’s a useful addition to the debate.

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180 episodes
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Sep 30, 2025 · 48 min
Has Keir Starmer found his voice?
After Keir Starmer’s speech to the Labour conference the team discuss whether he is right in his framing of the battle with Reform. And the degree to which he has secured his leadership and for how long. Plus, why was there no mention of digital ID cards and hardly any reference to the Conservative party. Will any of it matter when taxes are raised in the budget? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 27, 2025 · 45 min
Is Reform getting enough scrutiny?
In this latest weekend edition the team answer questions from listeners on Reform, Tory defections and whether or not we the public are too insulting to politicians. Plus, what is the government? Is anyone really in charge? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 24, 2025 · 50 min
How do the Liberal Democrats become more relevant in a landslide parliament?
As the Liberal Democrats conference ends in Bournemouth, Miranda has returned with a five point plan to move the party on to the next phase (or phase two as Keir Starmer might put it). But does she convince the rest of the Not Another One team? Plus Iain is back from his holiday with some book recommendations and a wine that is both “simple and complex”. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 19, 2025 · 32 min
To what extent do defections to Reform deepen the crisis facing Kemi Badenoch?
A senior Tory frontbencher, Danny Kruger, has defected to Reform. Others might follow. How can a Tory leader flourish when the momentum is with Nigel Farage and Reform? Steve Richards presents Rock N Roll Politics live at the main concert hall, Kings Place on Thursday 25th September. Tickets available here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 17, 2025 · 35 min
Who would succeed Keir Starmer?
There is much speculation about whether Keir Starmer will be Prime Minister…but who would replace him? What are the chances for Andy Burnham? Would the winner of the deputy leadership contest have a chance? Tim and Steve explore the implications of the crises whirling around Keir Starmer after the departures of Angela Rayner and Peter Mandelson. Steve Richards presents Rock N Roll Politics live at the main concert hall, Kings Place on Thursday. Tickets are available here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 12, 2025 · 37 min
Will Farage take Tim's advice on reforming Reform?
Fresh from the party's conference in Birmingham, Tim Montgomerie suggests a five-point plan of the steps necessary to take Reform from its current high but limited support base to the next level. Some of his advice is about policy but some about tackling unsavoury elements - will Nigel Farage, Reform party leader, listen? Steve Richards and Miranda Green have no choice as Tim takes the chair for this weekend episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 10, 2025 · 46 min
A reshuffle and a vacancy: A new start or big trouble ahead?
Angela Rayner’s departure has triggered a deputy leadership contest and an extensive reshuffle… some restive Labour MPs stir…fearing new levels of control freakery and incompetence …others wonder whether this reset might lead to a more effective government…Who is right? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 5, 2025 · 41 min
Who is wrapping themselves in the flag and why?
The team considers whether draping and painting the Union flag or the cross of St George over public spaces is patriotic or aggressive. Do we have a uniquely reluctant attitude to the UK flag or is a commendably undemonstrative national mindset now under threat from a sinister and exclusive nationalism? Warning: contains frank disagreement. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 3, 2025 · 53 min
Is Keir Starmer’s reset a threat to Rachel Reeves?
The Prime Minister has attempted to boost his team in Number 10, not least by appointing an adviser on economic policy and moving Darren Jones from the Treasury to oversee policy from Number 10. Some interpret the change as an attempt to challenge Reeves, who had total control over economic policy in opposition and the government’s opening months, but how undermining are the changes? Our team asks how they will change the political mood. How many more resets will Starmer make to a team in a state of near constant churn? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 27, 2025 · 41 min
Has Farage got a credible plan to stop the boats?
Nigel Farage has announced his plan that he claims would stop all illegal immigration. It includes leaving the ECHR and sending asylum seekers back to countries even if they face the threat of torture or death. Will it work politically in the short term for Reform and practically if Farage becomes Prime Minister. And how should a Labour government - preoccupied by Reform - respond, not least when voters also have the choice of parties to the left of Keir Starmer? Plus the latest from Steve’s shows at the Edinburgh festival and music choices for the last weeks of summer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 22, 2025 · 34 min
What would you do if you became Prime Minister?
In our latest weekend magazine edition, the team are asked to imagine what they would do if “the ball came loose from the back of the scrum” and they won power. Which policies would they prioritise? From boosting housing, to tackling anti-social behaviour, expanding continuous vocational education and training, banning cycling on pavements and mandating the pint-sized bottle of champagne, Tim, Miranda and Iain design their manifestos. Plus, the coming constitutional crisis if Reform does win the election and has no seats in the House of Lords. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 20, 2025 · 55 min
Why is Starmer's government so unpopular?
Is it just "the economy stupid" or is there a deeper malaise stoking impatience with Starmer this summer, so soon after his 2024 win? Our team ponders the context wonders and whether or not the failures are all Labour's responsibility. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 15, 2025 · 42 min
Question Time: the rematch
With the others away, Tim and Miranda tackle some of the posers for the team that got left out of last week's episode. Keep your questions coming in! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 13, 2025 · 46 min
What does Lammy's friendship with JD Vance tell us?
The Veep seems an unlikely holidaymaker in the UK but the foreign secretary has been wooing him for a long time. Our team discuss political friendships across the divide, including our own. Plus: Badenoch and Britishness. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 8, 2025 · 41 min
Question time: Is there too much doom and gloom?
In this listeners’ question time episode, the team tackle a wide range of subjects. Is there too much doom and gloom? Is it time for ID cards? Could any government raise income tax? Why has the country forgotten Covid? And a listener asks: who are we? A good question. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 6, 2025 · 47 min
Has any party got a policy to stop the boats?
An intense political battle is being fought over August, normally quiet in Westminster. It centres on the small boats and wider migration issues. But amidst the conflicting claims and policy ideas the boats keep on coming. The movement of people is a global crisis at least as challenging as the crash of 2008. Are leaders in Britain and elsewhere even close to meeting it? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 1, 2025 · 33 min
What is the role of uncertainty in politics?
Is UK politics obsessed with certainty in an uncertain age? The terms of debate often demand that politicians and even the media adopt a fixed position and argue from strong convictions. This weekend's episode explores the virtues of doubt and pragmatism during a period of tumult. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 30, 2025 · 49 min
How will Starmer navigate his difficult summer?
With numerous crises to contend with on both the domestic and diplomatic front, Downing Street is hunkered down, looking towards an autumn Budget and a party conference speech from the PM that minimises or moves past this difficult phase in the life of the government. What might work? Unsolicited advice from the team as we ennumerate all his challanges. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 26, 2025 · 45 min
Who are the winners and losers at the end of the parliamentary year?
How did Labour’s first twelve months in power go? Will the recent rebellions fade away or grow? Our team consider where it all stands as Parliament goes into recess for the summer. We also ask whether the Tories can turn it around and assess the fortunes of the numerous other parties. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 23, 2025 · 48 min
Do reshuffles make any difference?
As Kemi Badenoch conducts her first extensive reshuffle we explore the degree to which her moves will improve the Tories’ fortunes, or make them worse, with a focus on the role of Robert Jenrick. Plus, is Keir Starmer right not to conduct a cabinet reshuffle after his first year in power? Much agreeable disagreement. Steve is presenting his RocknRoll Politics show at the Edinburgh Festival. Tickets here: https://www.edfringe.com/tickets/whats-on/steve-richards-presents-rock-and-roll-politics Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.