How would YOU pray for the Labour Government
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It’s been a chaotic week for Keir Starmer as he battles to stay in power. Health Secretary Wes Streeting resigned, citing a lack of vision and direction, with further pressure building from rivals, including Andy Burnham. Esther heard from journalist James Lewis for an update on the political situation and then later caught up with Danny Webster, Head of Advocacy at the Evangelical Alliance, to unpack what’s been happening and if there's a spiritual element to it all.
Released on 15 May 2026
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