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This week, Rachel Reeves became the first female Chancellor of the Exchequer to deliver a budget. As expected, various taxes went up. Farmers are one particularly unhappy group. Co-hosts Charlotte Henry and Emma Burnell discuss some details of what Reeves announced. They also look ahead as US voters head to the polls to decide who will succeed Joe Biden. Budget 2024: key points at a glance – The Guardian Charlotte Henry on Threads Charlotte Henry's website and newsletter – The Addition Emma Burnell on Twitter Emma Burnell's newsletter, Hard Thinking on the Soft Left House of Comments on Twitter Support House of Comments on Patreon - just £5 a month – to help us create the best, independent coverage of this new political era. House of Comments is a C.A.H Multimedia production in association with Political Human.

Political and economic nerds stand by - it's time for the Budget! Charlotte Henry and Emma Burnell preview what Chancellor Rachel Reeves is going to say. They also head Stateside as the US Presidential election enters the home straight.  Sir Keir Starmer says those with assets are 'not working people' - paving way for possible tax rises - Sky News Chancellor to change debt rules to release billions – BBC News Harris says Trump ‘is a fascist’ after John Kelly says the former president wanted generals like Hitler’s – AP News Charlotte Henry on Threads Charlotte Henry's website and newsletter – The Addition Emma Burnell on Twitter Emma Burnell's newsletter, Hard Thinking on the Soft Left House of Comments on Twitter Support House of Comments on Patreon - just £5 a month – to help us create the best, independent coverage of this new political era. House of Comments is a C.A.H Multimedia production in association with Political Human.

This week Charlotte Henry and Emma Burnell discuss the implications of the death of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar, and Foreign Secretary David Lammy's trip to China. They also discuss the ongoing fallout from Sir Keir Starmer's visit to a Taylor Swift concert.  Charlotte Henry on Threads Charlotte Henry's website and newsletter – The Addition Emma Burnell on Twitter Emma Burnell's newsletter, Hard Thinking on the Soft Left House of Comments on Twitter Support House of Comments on Patreon - just £5 a month – to help us create the best, independent coverage of this new political era. House of Comments is a C.A.H Multimedia production in association with Political Human.

This week, Emma Burnell is away so Claire Pearsall joins Charlotte Henry. After 20 years in the Tories, Claire is in the perfect position to try and explain what on Earth happened in the shock leadership election result that saw previous favourite James Cleverly knocked out. Before that, they look at some rather uncomfortable polling for Labour. Labour and Starmer approval ratings continue to drop as government nears 100 days in power Badenoch and Jenrick reach final two in Tory race – BBC News Charlotte Henry on Threads Charlotte Henry's website and newsletter – The Addition Claire Pearsall on Twitter Emma Burnell on Twitter Emma Burnell's newsletter, Hard Thinking on the Soft Left House of Comments on Twitter Support House of Comments on Patreon - just £5 a month – to help us create the best, independent coverage of this new political era. House of Comments is a C.A.H Multimedia production in association with Political Human.

It's the Tory Party conference and Charlotte and Emma give their steaming hot takes on the beauty parade. Who has impressed and who deserves to be knocked out of the contest? James Cleverly has had a good week, but will that be enough? Before that, they take a quick look at the ongoing developments in the Middle East. Badenoch Runs UK Tory Leadership Campaign From Currency Guru’s Home - Bloomberg News Charlotte Henry on Threads Charlotte Henry's website and newsletter – The Addition Emma Burnell on Twitter Emma Burnell's newsletter, Hard Thinking on the Soft Left House of Comments on Twitter Support House of Comments on Patreon - just £5 a month – to help us create the best, independent coverage of this new political era. House of Comments is a C.A.H Multimedia production in association with Political Human.

Co-hosts Charlotte Henry and Emma Burnell discuss Labour's first conference back in government in 14 years. *Applause*. They debate if Sir Keir Starmer and Rachel Reeves were able to lift the gloom. They also analyse the ongoing war in the Middle East. Labour conference votes to reverse cut to winter fuel allowance in embarrassing blow to Starmer – Sky News Charlotte Henry on Threads Charlotte Henry's website and newsletter – The Addition Emma Burnell on Twitter Emma Burnell's newsletter, Hard Thinking on the Soft Left House of Comments on Twitter Support House of Comments on Patreon - just £5 a month – to help us create the best, independent coverage of this new political era. House of Comments is a C.A.H Multimedia production in association with Political Human.

House of Comments returns after the summer! Co-hosts Charlotte Henry and Emma Burnell discuss the rows currently engulfing the Labour party and the Prime Minister. From glasses to tickets to the football, Sir Keir certainly gets plenty of free gear! They also discuss someone who earns more than the PM - he's chief of staff Sue Gray. Sir Keir Starmer declares gifts and freebies totalling more than £100,000 - the highest of any MP – Sky News No inquiry into gifts for Starmer's wife, say No10 – BBC News Keir Starmer's top aide Sue Gray paid more than the PM –  BBC News Charlotte Henry on Threads Charlotte Henry's website and newsletter – The Addition Emma Burnell on Twitter Emma Burnell's newsletter, Hard Thinking on the Soft Left House of Comments on Twitter Support House of Comments on Patreon - just £5 a month – to help us create the best, independent coverage of this new political era. House of Comments is a C.A.H Multimedia production in association with Political Human.

This week, the show starts in the US. President Joe Biden has announced he is not standing for re-election. It's a huge story and an end to an amazing career of public service. Co-hosts Charlotte Henry and Emma Burnell discuss President Biden's legacy and Vice President Kamala Harris's campaign to succeed him. In the UK, they discuss Sir Keir Starmer suspending the whip from seven rebel MPs and facing his first PMQS. This is the last free show before a Summer break. See you soon! Biden says he quit US presidential race to 'save democracy' – BBC News Turn’s Out, TV Debates Matter We owe public apology, says new Welsh Labour leader  – BBC News Where next for Welsh Labour? Prospective contenders & the process Labour suspends seven rebels who voted to scrap two-child benefit cap – Guardian  Charlotte Henry on Threads Charlotte Henry's website and newsletter – The Addition Emma Burnell on Twitter Emma Burnell's newsletter, Hard Thinking on the Soft Left House of Comments on Twitter Support Ho

It was the first Labour King's Speech in 14 years. There was no "Independence of the Bank of England" style surprise, but in its way the agenda for government was radical. Co-hosts Charlotte Henry and Emma Burnell dissect the loyal address and discuss Vaughn Gething's demise as Welsh first minister. Wales - What Just Happened? Gething rival Miles likely to run to lead Wales - BBC News The King's Speech 2024 King's Speech key announcements - from new football regulator to branded school uniform limits – Sky News Liz Truss 'disaster' mini-budget reference removed from King's Speech after former PM complained – Sky News Farage defends jetting to see ‘friend’ Trump in US weeks after being elected as Clacton MP – Independent Charlotte Henry on Threads Charlotte Henry's website and newsletter – The Addition Emma Burnell on Twitter Emma Burnell's newsletter, Hard Thinking on the Soft Left House of Comments on Twitter Support House of Comments on Patreon - just £5 a month – to help us create the be

Co-hosts Charlotte Henry and Emma Burnell are taking a small post-election break. However, there is something special for you - an interview with author Sarah Ditum about her book "Toxic". Normal service resumes next week. Buy "Toxic" at: Amazon Bookshop.org Waterstones Sarah Ditum's newsletter, Tox Report Sarah Ditum on Twitter Charlotte Henry on Threads Charlotte Henry's website and newsletter – The Addition Emma Burnell on Twitter Emma Burnell's newsletter, Hard Thinking on the Soft Left House of Comments on Twitter The Election Campaign is going to be a busy time for us. Support House of Comments on Patreon - just £5 a month – to help us create the best, independent coverage. House of Comments is a C.A.H Multimedia production in association with Political Human.

General Election 2024 brought us a historic election night. Sir Keir Starmer is the Prime Minister, Labour is in government for the first time in 14 years, the Tories are in tatters and the Lib Dems have the most number of seats ever. Oh, and Nigel Farage finally made it into Parliament. Co-hosts Charlotte Henry and Emma Burnell unpack it all. General Election 2024 Results Charlotte Henry on Threads Charlotte Henry's website and newsletter – The Addition Emma Burnell on Twitter Emma Burnell's newsletter, Hard Thinking on the Soft Left House of Comments on Twitter The Election Campaign is going to be a busy time for us. Support House of Comments on Patreon - just £5 a month – to help us create the best, independent coverage. House of Comments is a C.A.H Multimedia production in association with Political Human.

The finish is so close we can practically taste it! Ahead of polling day on Thursday, co-hosts Charlotte Henry and Emma Burnell highlight six key seats to keep an eye and explain why.  There are a few other issues to wrap up too, including a rather unsavoury incident at Warwick University Conservative Society. Tory student group condemned after video shows them ‘singing to Nazi song’ – The Guardian Charlotte Henry on Threads Charlotte Henry's website and newsletter – The Addition Emma Burnell on Twitter Emma Burnell's newsletter, Hard Thinking on the Soft Left House of Comments on Twitter The Election Campaign is going to be a busy time for us. Support House of Comments on Patreon - just £5 a month – to help us create the best, independent coverage. House of Comments is a C.A.H Multimedia production in association with Political Human.

As polling day gets closer, co-hosts Charlotte Henry and Emma Burnell reflect on a rather bizarre campaign. They also debate the latest twists and turns in the betting scandal. Labour candidate Kevin Craig suspended after betting against himself – Sky News Tory MP candidate 'bet £8,000 he would lose seat' – BBC News Charlotte Henry on Threads Charlotte Henry's website and newsletter – The Addition Emma Burnell on Twitter Emma Burnell's newsletter, Hard Thinking on the Soft Left House of Comments on Twitter The Election Campaign is going to be a busy time for us. Support House of Comments on Patreon - just £5 a month – to help us create the best, independent coverage. House of Comments is a C.A.H Multimedia production in association with Political Human.

With just two weeks to go until we get the election result, co-hosts Charlotte Henry and Emma Burnell analyse the current state of the campaign. They start by looking at the latest leaders debate, then focus on the betting scandal engulfing the Tory party. The show finishes by discussing former Conservative minister Chris Skidmore's decision to announce he is voting Labour. More names expected to come out in betting scandal - as Tory candidate says she will 'fully cooperate' – Sky News I was a Tory minister – but I think we need a Labour government – Guardian The Pickwick Papers election – The Zeitgeist Tapes Charlotte Henry on Threads Charlotte Henry's website and newsletter – The Addition Emma Burnell on Twitter Emma Burnell's newsletter, Hard Thinking on the Soft Left House of Comments on Twitter The Election Campaign is going to be a busy time for us. Support House of Comments on Patreon - just £5 a month – to help us create the best, independent coverage. House of Comments is a C.A.H Mult

In the words of Bon Jovi... we're halfway there. Co-hosts Charlotte Henry and Emma Burnell assess the current state of the 2024 General Election campaign and wonder if we could all be put out of our misery already. They look at the chaotic seven-way debate and Reform overtaking the Conservatives in a YouGov poll. This episode also explores why nobody is talking about Brexit. Is it because it's done, or because it's too awkward? Reform now 1pt ahead of the Tories, although this is still within the margin of error – YouGov The ITV Election Debate 2024 Charlotte Henry on Threads Charlotte Henry's website and newsletter – The Addition Emma Burnell on Twitter Emma Burnell's newsletter, Hard Thinking on the Soft Left House of Comments on Twitter The Election Campaign is going to be a busy time for us. Support House of Comments on Patreon - just £5 a month – to help us create the best, independent coverage. House of Comments is a C.A.H Multimedia production in association with Political Human.

Prime minister Rishi Sunak has had to apologise after he departed D-Day 80th anniversary commemorations early.  It has even emerged that he tried to avoid going at all. Co-hosts Charlotte Henry and Emma Burnell reflect on the implications of this, the opening debate between the PM and Sir Keir Starmer and Nigel Farage's entry into the campaign. EXCLUSIVE: Fury after Rishi Sunak skips D-Day event with world leaders to do TV interview – Daily Mirror Rishi Sunak apology tweet Wes Streeting Tweet ITV Debate Format Has Fatal Flaws Charlotte Henry on Threads Charlotte Henry's website and newsletter – The Addition Emma Burnell on Twitter Emma Burnell's newsletter, Hard Thinking on the Soft Left House of Comments on Twitter The Election Campaign is going to be a busy time for us. Support House of Comments on Patreon - just £5 a month – to help us create the best, independent coverage. House of Comments is a C.A.H Multimedia production in association with Political Human.

On today's House of Comment, co-hosts Charlotte Henry and Emma Burnell focus on the Diane Abbott situation and other selection sagas within the Labour party. What does it all say about factionalism and the party leadership? The also head Stateside to discuss Donald Trump becoming a convicted felon. Timeline of Diane Abbott’s suspension: From her comments on racism to Labour ‘election ban’ – Independent Karen Pollock responds to Jackie Walker's Comments  As it happened: Trump found guilty on all hush money charges – AP Conservative Mark Logan defects to Labour - saying 'we need a new government' – Sky News Charlotte Henry on Threads Charlotte Henry's website and newsletter – The Addition Emma Burnell on Twitter Emma Burnell's newsletter, Hard Thinking on the Soft Left House of Comments on Twitter The Election Campaign is going to be a busy time for us. Support House of Comments on Patreon - just £5 a month – to help us create the best, independent coverage. House of Comments is a C.A.H Multimed

The election campaign is well and truly underway. Co-hosts Charlotte Henry and Emma Burnell analyse the first couple of days as the party leaders cover the length and breadth of the country... and others resign.  They discuss Rishi Sunak's dreadful campaign launch (again), the leaders doing interviews on the Today programme and the prospect of six debates. And where are the Lib Dems? Charlotte also succeeds in getting Emma to talk about football. Again. Thank you to Wokingham Sir Keir Starmer brands Rishi Sunak 'desperate' and says 'of course there will be TV debates' – Sky News Rishi Sunak in Wales Gordon Brown on Raith Rovers General Election Fever Spreads at The Podcast Show Charlotte Henry on Threads Charlotte Henry's website and newsletter – The Addition Emma Burnell on Twitter Emma Burnell's newsletter, Hard Thinking on the Soft Left House of Comments on Twitter The Election Campaign is going to be a busy time for us. Support House of Comments on Patreon - just £5 a month – to help us creat

Well... here we go. Rishi Sunak has called a General Election. Britain will go to the polls on 4th July. Co-hosts Charlotte Henry and Emma Burnell discuss Sunak's decision to go now, Sir Keir Starmer's response and look ahead to the campaign. General Election Fever Spreads at The Podcast Show Charlotte Henry on Threads Charlotte Henry's website and newsletter – The Addition Emma Burnell on Twitter Emma Burnell's newsletter, Hard Thinking on the Soft Left House of Comments on Twitter The Election Campaign is going to be a busy time for us. Support House of Comments on Patreon - just £5 a month – to help us creat the best, independent coverage. House of Comments is a C.A.H Multimedia production in association with Political Human.

It's been another busy week in Westminster, with a number of senior figures making major speeches. Rishi Sunak kicked off the week, with Sir Keir Starmer following Thursday. Jeremy Hunt also made comments on the economy on Friday. It feels like the election campaign is well and truly under way, and co-hosts Charlotte Henry and Emma Burnell analyse it all. My Vision for Britain | Rishi Sunak Policy Exchange Speech LIVE: Keir Starmer Sets Out Labour's 'First Steps For Change' In Speech Jeremy Hunt promises further tax cuts and hits out at Labour plans – Guardian I’ve seen Labour suffer out of power and this is what the Tories must learn – Emma in The Express About 100 sub-postmaster convictions separate to Post Office cases may be 'tainted' – Sky News French police kill man trying to burn Rouen synagogue – BBC News Charlotte Henry on Threads Charlotte Henry's website and newsletter – The Addition Emma Burnell on Twitter Emma Burnell's newsletter, Hard Thinking on the Soft Left Emma Burnell's Albu