Starm brewing?

Starm brewing?

Author: BBC Radio 5 Live May 12, 2026 Duration: 53:48

Sean Farrington discusses the economic impacts as pressure on the Prime Minister grows. We also take a look at plans to nationalise British Steel. Elsewhere, we speak to a travel operator about changing habits as data shows Brits are spending less on holidays.


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