Nat a problem for Labour?

Newscast

12-05-2024 • 31 mins

Today we take a look at accusations that former Conservative MP Natalie Elphicke lobbied former Lord Chancellor, Sir Robert Buckland, over her then-husband Charlie’s sexual assault case.

A spokesman for Ms Elphicke, said the claims were "nonsense".

Laura, Paddy and Henry discuss how big a problem it is for the party, and how the story came to light.

And Laura’s been speaking to the foreign secretary, Lord David Cameron, as Israel expands its military operation in Rafah.

Paddy also reveals what it’s like to be behind the scenes with Terry Wogan at Eurovision.

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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Laura Kuenssberg and Paddy O’Connell. It was made by Chris Flynn with Joe Wilkinson. The technical producer was Jonny Baker. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.

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