Caller Martin still thinks the Mandelson appointment was a 'genius move'

19 Apr 2026, 13:28 | Updated: 19 Apr 2026

By Cristina Diciu

Ali Miraj hears from caller Martin in Knutsford, who defends the Prime Minister's political strategy.

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Caller Martin still thinks the Mandelson appointment was a 'genius move'

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Blue badges for hidden disabilities triple as councils issue permits to drivers with anxiety and ADHD

Tube strikes over four day working week called off by London Underground drivers

Fury over another Tube strike as union rejects voluntary four-day week

David Lammy reveals Gordon Brown has taken his Downing Street office

Singer Shakira acquitted of tax fraud in Spain

Parents could be jailed for their children's crimes under government plans - as Lammy praises 'long overdue' justice shake-up

When are the TfL Tube strikes this week?

Blue badges for hidden disabilities triple as councils issue permits to drivers with anxiety and ADHD

Tube strikes over four day working week called off by London Underground drivers

Fury over another Tube strike as union rejects voluntary four-day week

When are the TfL Tube strikes this week?

UK holidaymakers preparing for European border delays due to fingerprint registrations

Ministers launch crackdown on rubbish handlers after cow qualified for licence

Royals and celebrities get first look at Chelsea Flower Show – with gnomes included