Big Announcement + Scottish Labour... with Jim Murphy

We have a massive announcement for you.Plus, we preview Scottish Labour Party conference. We're joined by Jim Murphy, former leader of the Scottish Labour Party, who discusses his work advising candidates in elections around the world and navigating political risk. He also addresses the issue of antisemitism in British and Scottish politics and the recent suspension of Labour Party parliamentary candidates. The conversation touches on the relationship between Anas Sarwar and Keir Starmer, the impact of Labour Party policies on the oil and gas industry, and the importance of energy security and global security. Finally, Murphy reflects on the 25th anniversary of the Scottish Parliament and the need for improvement in addressing generational disadvantage.In association with the Royal Bank of Scotland.Click holyroodsources.com/liveFor a full list of candidates in the Rochdale by-election, click here:https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-manchester-68250468 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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The Holyrood Sources podcast analyses Scottish politics through the experiences of those who have lived and breathed it as Special Advisers to the Scottish Government, SNP and opposition parties. Join hosts Calum Macdonald, Geoff Aberdein (Chief of Staff to the First Minister, 2007-2014) and Andy Maciver (Former Head of Communications for the Scottish Conservatives) as they take you inside Scottish politics. Their insight is second to none - they've been there, lived it, and maintain remarkable connections to Scotland's politicians and the world of Scottish politics.Join our mailing list and check out our latest live events: click holyroodsources.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.