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Ben Wright and guests discuss the Middle East, the China spy case and standards in public life

Ben Wright hosts topical discussion with Labour MP Fleur Anderson, senior Conservative backbencher Sir Bernard Jenkin, the SNP's Kirsty Blackman and James Heale from The Spectator.

Ben Wright asks whether it's time to reassess the diplomacy of President Trump in the light of the Middle East peace agreement with Labour MP Fleur Anderson, senior Conservative backbencher Sir Bernard Jenkin and Kirsty Blackman from the SNP. They also discuss the collapse of the China spying case and reflect on the party conference season. And Ben speaks to the incoming Chair of the new Ethics and Integrity Commission - Doug Chalmers - about upholding standards in public life.

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  • Sun 12 Oct 2025 22:00

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