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Newsnight Episodes
01/07/2026
Insights and global interviews on the news stories of the day. With Victoria Derbyshire.
01-07-2026
BBC 2
Grooming Gang Survivor Scared For Safety
The survivor of a notorious grooming gang in Rochdale reacts to the news that its leader will be released from prison and not deported. With Victoria Derbyshire.
30-06-2026
BBC 2
29/06/2026
Insights and global interviews on the news stories of the day. With Victoria Derbyshire.
29-06-2026
BBC 2
When Andy Meets Donald?
As he sets his sights on number 10, is Andy Burnham ready for the global stage? Or the man in the White House? And after huge Ukrainian drone attacks, Russian-controlled Crimea ...
26-06-2026
BBC 2
Is The Monarchy Downsizing?
The King and Queen will no longer live in Buckingham Palace once renovations are complete, for the first time since Queen Victoria made it the seat of Court. Why now? And we mee ...
25-06-2026
BBC 2
Burnham And The Nuclear Test Veterans
Seventy years ago, thousands of British servicemen witnessed atomic bomb tests as part of the UK's nuclear programme. They say they have suffered serious lifelong health impacts ...
24-06-2026
BBC 2
23/06/2026
Insights and global interviews on the news stories of the day. With Victoria Derbyshire.
23-06-2026
BBC 2
Andy Burnham: Coronation Or Contest?
Insights and global interviews on the news stories of the day.
22-06-2026
BBC 2
19/06/2026
Insights and global interviews on the news stories of the day. With Matt Chorley.
19-06-2026
BBC 2
Makerfield Or Breakerfield?
The Makerfield votes are in for the most significant by-election in a generation. We're at the count getting the latest from the parties on whether they think they've done enoug ...
18-06-2026
BBC 2
17/06/2026
Insights and global interviews on the news stories of the day. With Adam Fleming.
17-06-2026
BBC 2
'we Were Not On A Collision Course'
Victoria Derbyshire speaks to the British couple who faced warning shots from a Russian warship in the Channel.
16-06-2026
BBC 2
Under-16s Social Media Ban
Elon Musk slams Sir Keir Starmer's social media ban for under-16s. But what will the G7 leaders make of it? With Victoria Derbyshire.
15-06-2026
BBC 2
Starmer Fights Back
Keir Starmer's message to his MPs is he will fight on. But the messages Labour MPs are sending us tell a different story. Is there any way back? And, as Elon Musk becomes a tri ...
12-06-2026
BBC 2
11/06/2026
Insights and global interviews on the crucial news stories of the day. With Adam Fleming.
11-06-2026
BBC 2
Second Night Of Belfast Riots
Police in Belfast use water cannon to try and disperse people who've ignored calls for calm from the family of Monday's knife attack victim. Live from Belfast, we talk to the co ...
10-06-2026
BBC 2
09/06/2026
Insights and global interviews on the news stories of the day. With Victoria Derbyshire.
09-06-2026
BBC 2
'in It To Win It'
The prime minister has a new mantra, Newsnight learns, asserting that he'll fight any leadership challenge. With Victoria Derbyshire.
08-06-2026
BBC 2
The Andy Burnham Manifesto?
In his first interview since saying he would join a contest to replace Keir Starmer, Andy Burnham tells Newsnight he wants to cut small business taxes, take Thames Water into pu ...
05-06-2026
BBC 2
Burnham Would Seek To Enter Any Leadership Race
Reaction to the mayor of Great Manchester saying he'll enter any potential Labour leadership contest should he win the Makerfield by-election. And where is England heading as a ...
04-06-2026
BBC 2
Knife Crime: A National Emergency?
Mark Nowak, the father of Henry Nowak, says knife crime should be treated as a national emergency. We bring voices together from across British politics and society to ask how t ...
03-06-2026
BBC 2
02/06/2026
Insights and global interviews on the crucial news stories of the day. With Matt Chorley.
02-06-2026
BBC 2
01/06/2026
Insights and global interviews on the news stories of the day. With Victoria Derbyshire.
01-06-2026
BBC 2
Can Europe Stop Putin?
Ukraine warns its citizens that Russia is preparing for a 'big massive attack' while a Russian drone hits a Romanian block of flats hurting their citizens for the first time. To ...
29-05-2026
BBC 2
Top British Chefs: Our Industry Is On Its Knees
Four of Britain's leading chefs, including Tom Kerridge and Yotam Ottolenghi, tell Newsnight their industry is in such dire straits their restaurants are no longer making a prof ...
28-05-2026
BBC 2
27/05/2026
Insights and global interviews on the news stories of the day. With Victoria Derbyshire.
27-05-2026
BBC 2
26/05/2026
Insights and global interviews on the news stories of the day. With Victoria Derbyshire.
26-05-2026
BBC 2
22/05/2026
Insights and global interviews on the crucial news stories of the day. With Matt Chorley.
22-05-2026
BBC 2
Net Migration Drops
As net migration hits its lowest level in five years, who are the political winners and losers?\n\nGreenland, Venezuela, Iran... and Cuba? As the US turns up the pressure on the ...
21-05-2026
BBC 2
Fixing The Cost Of Living?
Tomorrow the chancellor Rachel Reeves explains what she's doing to help households with the cost of living during the Iran conflict. Will the measures make a difference in your ...
20-05-2026
BBC 2
Should C4 Ever Have Shown Married At First Sight?
After BBC Panorama reports allegations that two women had been raped during the filming of Married at First Sight UK, and a senior MP calls it 'an accident waiting to happen', s ...
19-05-2026
BBC 2
18/05/2026
Insights and global interviews on the news stories of the day. With Victoria Derbyshire.
18-05-2026
BBC 2
What Does Andy Burnham Stand For?
After three decades of working under other Labour prime leaders, now Andy Burnham has a route to the top job himself. But who is the 'King of North' marching on Number 10? And w ...
15-05-2026
BBC 2
14/05/2026
Insights and global interviews on the news stories of the day. With Paddy O'Connell.
14-05-2026
BBC 2
13/05/2026
Insights and global interviews on the news stories of the day. With Victoria Derbyshire.\n
13-05-2026
BBC 2
12/05/2026
Insights and global interviews on the news stories of the day. With Victoria Derbyshire.
12-05-2026
BBC 2
Can Starmer Survive?
After more MPs say he should quit and the home secretary calls for a timetable for his departure, will Sir Keir Starmer's top team try to bring him down at Tuesday's weekly cabi ...
11-05-2026
BBC 2
Election Special: Can Starmer Hang On?
From Leeds to Llanelli, from Cumbernauld to his own backyard in Camden, voters have sent Keir Starmer a message. He says he is listening but is not going to walk away. Will his ...
08-05-2026
BBC 2
Election Night Starts Here
The polls are closed and the counting is underway. It's a night that will have massive consequences for the prime minister, for challengers such as Nigel Farage's Reform UK and ...
07-05-2026
BBC 2
Close To An Iran Peace Deal - Again?
Donald Trump claims, again, that the US and Iran are close to making a peace deal. How hopeful should we be this time? \n\nAnd the virus-hit cruise ship leaves Cape Verde for th ...
06-05-2026
BBC 2
John Major: Stop Changing Prime Ministers
Sir John Major tells Newsnight it's not a good idea to keep changing prime ministers, while the Westminster rumour mill goes into overdrive over potential challengers to Sir Kei ...
01-05-2026
BBC 2
Can Starmer Protect British Jews?
After the horror in Golders Green, today came the PM's response. Many protestors outside Downing Street tonight tell us Britain's Jews don't feel safe. And with two hundred phon ...
30-04-2026
BBC 2
Golders Green Terror Attack
Another terrorist attack on Jewish people in the UK. How safe is this country for British Jews? With Victoria Derbyshire.
29-04-2026
BBC 2
King's Pointed Congress Speech
There were some politically charged messages from King Charles in his address to the US Congress. Was President Trump listening? We speak live to a top Capitol Hill Republican a ...
28-04-2026
BBC 2
27/04/2026
Insights and global interviews on the news stories of the day. With Victoria Derbyshire.
27-04-2026
BBC 2
The King, The President And The Falklands
The King packs his bags and heads to Trump's America, but is he flying into a diplomatic storm over the Falkland Islands? \n\nAnd stepping out of the shadows: Morgan McSweeney h ...
24-04-2026
BBC 2
Class A Drugs From The Corner Shop?
Criminals are flogging cocaine and cannabis at convenience stores alongside the crisps and sweets, a BBC investigation has revealed. What is going wrong on Britain's high street ...
23-04-2026
BBC 2
Trump's Forever War?
As the White House confirms there's no firm deadline to end the ceasefire with Iran, is President Trump in danger of getting stuck in a 'forever war'? \nIs Sir Keir Starmer losi ...
22-04-2026
BBC 2
Is Starmer's Authority Shredded?
What is the state of Sir Keir Starmer's authority - with his party and the country - after days of the Mandelson vetting scandal? Newsnight is live from London and Cardiff, wher ...
21-04-2026
BBC 2
20/04/2026
Insights and global interviews on the news stories of the day. With Victoria Derbyshire.
20-04-2026
BBC 2
Was Sir Keir Starmer Curious Enough?
More questions for the Prime Minister: what did he know, what didn't he know, and why didn't he ask? Lisa Phillips, an Epstein survivor, tells Newsnight she doesn't understand w ...
17-04-2026
BBC 2
Mandelson Failed Security Vetting
'Full due process was followed during this appointment.' Words now haunting Sir Keir Starmer who had no idea when he said them that Peter Mandelson was sent to Washington after ...
16-04-2026
BBC 2
15/04/2026
Insights and global interviews on the news stories of the day. With Victoria Derbyshire.
15-04-2026
BBC 2
Fresh Ai Concerns
Rachel Reeves touches down in Washington DC tonight for a meeting of the International Monetary Fund, which has just given the UK the biggest downgrade in growth of all major ec ...
14-04-2026
BBC 2
Trump's Blockade Begins
Hours into his blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, Donald Trump claims Iran 'want to make a deal'. How long will the stalemate last? \n\nA British cardinal, who was in the conclav ...
13-04-2026
BBC 2
To The Moon And Back
As the four astronauts aboard Nasa's Artemis II mission prepare to splash down in the Pacific, we ask how the new space race is shaping up. With Nick Watt.
10-04-2026
BBC 2
Melania Trump's Surprise Statement
What prompted US First Lady Melania Trump to make her statement about Epstein? Why now? And 'I see you,' says the UK defence secretary to Putin after three Russian submarines co ...
09-04-2026
BBC 2
Ceasefire?
Iran warns it will respond if Israel's massive attacks across Lebanon don't stop immediately. Can a peace deal still be achieved in the Middle East? With Victoria Derbyshire.
08-04-2026
BBC 2
Trump’s Iran 'deadline': Another Extension?
President Trump’s so-called deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz expires, just as the President threatens the end of 'a whole civilisation'. But have diplomati ...
07-04-2026
BBC 2
02/04/2026
Insights and global interviews on the crucial news stories of the day. With Joe Pike.
02-04-2026
BBC 2
Trump’s Iran 'update'
President Trump promises an 'important update on Iran' in an Oval Office speech. How far are we from a ceasefire? And, the prime minister announces action on the cost of living, ...
01-04-2026
BBC 2
Trump To Welcome King Charles
Buckingham Palace and the White House confirm that the King and Queen will travel to Washington for a state visit at the end of April. Broadcaster David Dimbleby says it should ...
31-03-2026
BBC 2
30/03/2026
Insights and global interviews on the news stories of the day. With Paddy O'Connell.
30-03-2026
BBC 2
Starmer And The May Elections
Let battle commence! Today, Keir Starmer made the case for why he should remain prime minister, but campaigning ramps up this weekend for a huge set of elections which could dec ...
27-03-2026
BBC 2
Iran: A Historic Shift?
As the missiles still fall, the US says the Iranians have also been sent a peace deal. Will they sign it? And how has the Iran conflict shifted the balance of power right around ...
26-03-2026
BBC 2
The Epstein Survivors Speak
Victoria Derbyshire talks to survivors of Jeffrey Epstein in a special Newsnight programme from Washington.
25-03-2026
BBC 2
24/03/2026
Insights and global interviews on the news stories of the day. With Victoria Derbyshire.
24-03-2026
BBC 2
Has Trump Backed Down Over Iran?
President Trump calls off strikes on Iran and says the countries are in peace talks and 'could end up in a deal'. Iran says US talks are fake news. Tonight - did Trump back down ...
23-03-2026
BBC 2
British Bases To Aid Iran Attack
Tonight the UK agrees to let the US use British bases to strike Iranian sites responsible for closing the Strait of Hormuz. Does the UK risk being drawn into much deeper involve ...
20-03-2026
BBC 2
Trump: War Over 'soon'
President Trump says the war with Iran will be over 'soon', but offers no indication of when or what could lead to the end. As oil prices spike globally, how much longer can the ...
19-03-2026
BBC 2
What Does The Energy Price Shock Mean For Our Bills?
Israel and Iran attack some of the most important energy facilities in the world, sending oil prices surging again. Is this the escalation that could turn a crisis into a long t ...
18-03-2026
BBC 2
Rachel Reeves On Closer Ties To The Eu
Rachel Reeves calls for closer ties with the EU to boost UK growth, with divergence now 'the exception, not the norm' she says. Newsnight hears from the chancellor, and from Ref ...
17-03-2026
BBC 2
Nato 'reluctance' To Follow Trump
As Donald Trump demands Nato countries join him in his war in the Middle East, his friend the president of Finland tells Newsnight why there has been 'reluctance and a little bi ...
16-03-2026
BBC 2
A New Cost Of Living Crisis?
As the war in Iran is followed by price hikes here, the prime minister's cost of living champion tells us some firms are ripping you off. So when does he think the cost of livin ...
13-03-2026
BBC 2
Strait Of Hormuz: How Bad Could It Get?
Iran’s new Supreme Leader vows to strangle the Strait of Hormuz, while President Trump says blocking Tehran's nuclear plans beats oil price concerns. Where on earth does ...
12-03-2026
BBC 2
Mandelson: What Did Starmer Know?
The first batch of files surrounding Peter Mandelson's appointment to Washington reveals the prime minister was informed of the reputational risk. We ask: what fresh questions d ...
11-03-2026
BBC 2
When Will Iran War End?
The White House warns of the 'most intense' day of strikes on Iran. So when could this conflict end? Plus, is the prime minister about to face a new backbench rebellion? MPs say ...
10-03-2026
BBC 2
Trump: Iran War 'very Complete'
As the price of oil surges, and cost of petrol, food and energy heads upwards, Donald Trump suggests the war is almost over, but then soon after that the US hasn't 'won enough' ...
09-03-2026
BBC 2
A Week Of War
One week ago the first bombs fell in the Middle East. President Trump says there will be 'no deal' with Iran except 'unconditional surrender.' Is he right? How will this end? An ...
06-03-2026
BBC 2
Is Starmer Doing Enough On Iran?
With a navy warship still days away from reaching Cyprus, has the government's response been good enough? And should we cut the interest on the student loans system? We ask a re ...
05-03-2026
BBC 2
04/03/2026
Insights and global interviews on the crucial news stories of the day. With Katie Razzall.
04-03-2026
BBC 2
03/03/2026
Insights and global interviews on the news stories of the day. With Victoria Derbyshire.
03-03-2026
BBC 2
'big Wave' Of Iran Strikes Coming
As President Trump says the 'big wave' of strikes on Iran is still to come, we ask what is the US plan and is this conflict escalating? With an expert panel of former cabinet mi ...
02-03-2026
BBC 2
Is Starmer In Trouble?
After the Green's by-election triumph, one Labour MP texts our presenter just 'KMG' - Keir must go. How much trouble is the prime minister in? And what can the Gorton and Denton ...
27-02-2026
BBC 2
26/02/2026
Insights and global interviews on the news stories of the day. With Paddy O'Connell.
26-02-2026
BBC 2
Student Loan Reform?
Four weeks ago Newsnight shone a light on the student loan system. Tonight, we hear change could be coming through the government. We ask a 29-year-old biochemistry graduate wit ...
25-02-2026
BBC 2
24/02/2026
Insights and global interviews on the news stories of the day. With Victoria Derbyshire.
24-02-2026
BBC 2
Andrew's Claim To The Throne?
A new move which would prevent Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor from ever becoming king. The government considers removing eighth in line to the throne Andrew from the royal line of s ...
20-02-2026
BBC 2
Andrew Arrested
After the news of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's arrest, we speak exclusively to the family of the woman who first made accusations of wrongdoing against him. And we speak to the ...
19-02-2026
BBC 2
What Did The Police Know?
The Metropolitan Police is carrying out 'initial inquiries' into allegations relating to close protection officers formerly assigned to Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor.\n\nAnd, Epste ...
18-02-2026
BBC 2
Reform Vow To Scrap Equality Act
A new frontbench team for Reform vow to scrap the 2010 Equality Act, which legally protects people from discrimination. Plus, how do we fix youth unemployment? Newsnight hears f ...
17-02-2026
BBC 2
16/02/2026
Insights and global interviews on the news stories of the day. With Victoria Derbyshire.
16-02-2026
BBC 2
Pressure On The Palace
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor faces another accusation of sharing an official document, with reports that he gave a Treasury briefing to one of his personal business contacts. Hist ...
13-02-2026
BBC 2
Cabinet Secretary Sacked
Trouble at the top as another one bites the dust in Downing Street. Just what is going on behind the door of Number 10? And will AI mine the human soul and use it to manipulate ...
12-02-2026
BBC 2
11/02/2026
Insights and global interviews on the news stories of the day. With Victoria Derbyshire.
11-02-2026
BBC 2
10/02/2026
Insights and global interviews on the news stories of the day. With Victoria Derbyshire.
10-02-2026
BBC 2
09/02/2026
Insights and global interviews on the news stories of the day. With Victoria Derbyshire.
09-02-2026
BBC 2
Police Search Mandelson Homes
As the police search Peter Mandelson's homes, Labour MPs search for hope. So where does danger lie next for a prime minister in peril? And, Donald Trump deletes a racist clip de ...
06-02-2026
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