On this episode of Chopper’s Political Podcast, GB News Political Editor Christopher Hope speaks to Conservative MP Victoria Atkins about Labour’s farming policies, the upcoming Budget, food prices, solar farms on agricultural land and allegations of sexism within Reform UK.

US political strategist Gerry Gunster joins the podcast to discuss Donald Trump’s approval ratings, the impact of the conflict with Iran, the upcoming US midterm elections and the potential consequences for the remainder of Trump’s presidency. He also considers possible contenders for the 2028 presidential election.

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Times columnist Fraser Nelson joins Katherine Forster, GB News Chief Political Correspondent, on Chopper’s Political Podcast to discuss the UK’s welfare system and the challenges facing policymakers as they consider reform.

The conversation explores the rising number of people claiming sickness and disability benefits, the financial incentives facing people returning to work, delays in benefit reassessments and the impact of the pandemic.

They also discuss the political challenges facing Labour, the future of welfare reform, immigration and the pressures on Britain’s labour market. Fraser shares his perspective on why the current system may be discouraging some people from working and what changes could help more people into employment, while addressing the wider economic and social implications of reform. Keep up to date with GB News at gbnews.com or on X @GBNEWS Become a Friend of GB News: gbnews.com/friend

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Conservative MP Joy Morrissey joins Christopher Hope at the Conservative Party Conference in Birmingham to discuss the future direction of the Conservative Party and its priorities in opposition.

The interview covers immigration and the small boats crisis, the Conservative Party’s economic approach, women’s rights and equality policy, the Supreme Court judgment on sex and the law, face coverings, concerns raised by residents over migrant accommodation, and the party’s approach to rebuilding voter trust.

Joy Morrissey also reflects on her time in the Whips’ Office, her support for Kemi Badenoch’s leadership, the question of cooperation with Reform UK, Britain’s history and education, and her previous support for Boris Johnson. Keep up to date with GB News at gbnews.com or on X @GBNEWS Become a Friend of GB News: gbnews.com/friend

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