The Scottish National Party (SNP) has lost a landslide number of seats in one of Britain's most historic elections. At the end of it all Labour Party emerged the winner with 412 seats making 64 % of the seat share in parliament now at Labour's disposal, how is this going to affect the other regions of the UK and what changes has this triggered so far? Political commentator Nicola Martins and Head of Christians in Politics Andy Flannagan discussed this with Esther Higham and Michael Fanstone
The Labour Party has won the just concluded General Elections with 412 seats in the Houses of Parliaments and finished the day with a massive majority. This gives them 64% share of the total number of seats in parliament. The electorate has high expectations from newly appointed Prime Minister, Sir Keir Starmer. Following Labour's victory, the question arises: what comes next? Labour MP for York Central, Rachael Maskell, discussed the future steps with Michael Fanstone and Esther Higham.
Michael Fanstone chats to Katie Street and Rachel Birkett from Surfstage festival about prayer tombolas, the difference between 'hippy peace' and real peace, and why it's difficult to measure what God is doing. Find out more about the festival: https://www.surfstage.co.uk/
Haiti, the poorest country in the western Hemisphere, contrasts sharply with its generally affluent surroundings. Currently, gang activity is hindering aid delivery, putting up to three million children at risk of acute starvation. As Christians, what can we can do to end the perpetual cycle of poverty, violence and disaster? Abbel Joseph from Compassion Haiti and Ingvild Snow from Youth With A Mission spoke to Premier's Michael Fanstone about the current situation
Author Susan Muaddi Darraj spoke to Michael Fanstone about her new book 'Behind You is the Sea', unpacking the realities of living as a Palestinian Christian immigrant in a Western country.
As the Euros commence today, join us on a distinctive journey as we feature our very own Biblical Ballers Fantasy Football Team selections! But in the actual tournament, the UK is represented by two teams – England and Scotland. What implications does this have for us as UK citizens and as members of God's Kingdom? Phil Knox from the Evangelical Alliance discussed this with Premier's Mal Pope.
Its seven years since the Grenfell Tower tragedy, and memorial events are taking place today to mark the tragic event that claimed 72 people lives in a blaze in West London. But survivors and those who lost loved ones say they’re still waiting for justice. Musician Damel Carayol lost his cousin Mary Mendy and her daughter, Khadija Saye in the fire. He spoke to Premier's Mal Pope ahead of the memorial service earlier today.
Broadcaster Pam Rhodes chats to Premier's Mal Pope about her favourite interview of all time, still feeling like an imposter, and celebrating 50 years of working in TV and radio.
The Eternal Wall of Answered Prayer is a new national landmark being built near Birmingham as a symbol of hope and a testimony to God's faithfulness. It will be a monumental infinity loop made from a million bricks, each one representing an answered prayer. But how does it compare to some of the world's biggest Christian monuments? Richard Gamble, CEO of the project, spoke to Premier's Mal Pope.
Eighty years ago the Allied forces initiated an assault on Normandy's beaches in France under heavy bombardment. This event stands as the largest amphibious military invasion ever. Beyond the picturesque postcards and grand monuments were individuals whose decisions continue to resonate with us. Was the day's success an act of God or not? Tim Dieppe from Christian Concern had a chat with Premier's Michael Fanstone.
Novelette Stewart, chair of the Church of England's Contested Heritage Committee, chats to Michael Fanstone about art as a form of worship, finding the balance between preserving history and reckoning with injustice, and why your church might need to get rid of its statue.
Iggie Clark and Ian Ross, from YWAM's Circuit Riders, chat to Premier's Max Avard about living out of a backpack, being 'utterly transformed' by Jesus, and evangelising to university students across the globe.
Is there a revival underway in the UK? Numerous instances have been reported nationwide of young people dedicating their lives to Christ. A notable example is St Aldates in Oxford, where the number of young people turning to Jesus was so high that they ran out of Bibles. Are these isolated pockets of faith, or is there a broader movement happening? Pete Greig, Pastor and Founder of 24/7 Prayer, believes there is. He spoke to Michael Fanstone.
The Sunday Times released its 2024 Rich List, which included a billionaire Catholic priest. Considering Job was the wealthiest man in his region, should Christians aim to be the wealthiest in their land? This topic was explored by Natalie Williams of Jubilee Plus and Ken Okoroafor from the Humble Penny in a chat with Premier's Michael Fanstone.
Jennifer Isichei and her husband Uzoma have fostered 7 different children in the past 12 years. She spoke to Michael Fanstone about bringing the decision to God, the highs and lows of their journey, and why she'll never get tired of watching a young person's life transformed.
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