Will 2026 break British politics?

Could the next 12 months mould a new type of British politics, or could it break the entire system?

Sam and Anne make their predictions and get into the political meat and potatoes of 2026, focusing on:

If all the party leaders will still be in post?

Could the local elections force a seismic change in UK politics?

Does Britain still have a role in Europe and around the globe?

Politics at Sam and Anne’s returns for daily service on Monday 5 January.

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