Scotcast

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The Scottish Government has proposed major reform of local government, including replacing Scotland’s 32 councils with a two-tier structure.
Martin talks to East Renfrewshire Council leader Owen O’Donnell (pictured left) and the SNP’s Midlothian Council leader Kelly Parry (pictured right) about John Swinney’s plans.
Scotcast is the BBC’s Scottish news podcast. This episode is hosted by Martin Geissler.
Get in touch: scotcast@bbc.co.uk

The UK Government is set to launch a campaign advising citizens on how to stockpile food and water, amid warnings of economic shocks, wars and extreme weather.
Laura talks to self-proclaimed 'prepper' Brian Cranie (pictured) and Jeannie Barr from St Andrew's First Aid about preparing for an emergency.
Photo credit: Brian Cranie
Scotcast is the BBC’s Scottish news podcast. This episode is hosted by Laura Miller.
Get in touch: scotcast@bbc.co.uk

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Lynsey, Paris and ex-Scottish Conservative adviser Adam Morris talk about Andy Burnham and John Swinney's relationship, as a decision on the Jackdaw gas field approaches; Scottish Green MSP Q Manivannan’s bid to become rector of the University of St Andrews; and Adam's dress-sense.
Photo: PA
Scotcast is the BBC’s Scottish news podcast. This episode of the Politics Show is hosted by Lynsey Bews and Paris Gourtsoyannis.
Get in touch: scotcast@bbc.co.uk

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The head of MI5, Sir Ken McCallum (pictured), has warned artificial intelligence is 'supercharging' security threats to the UK.
Martin talks to AI expert Angus Allan about how he tests the technology for potential dangers.
Scotcast is the BBC’s Scottish news podcast. This episode is hosted by Martin Geissler.
Get in touch: scotcast@bbc.co.uk

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Prime Minister Andy Burnham (pictured) has told MPs he will push for new post-Brexit deals at an upcoming EU summit.
Martin asks the BBC’s Paris Gourtsoyannis and pollster Mark Diffley whether a closer relationship with the EU will make a difference to Scottish politics.
Photo: PA
Scotcast is the BBC’s Scottish news podcast. This episode is hosted by Martin Geissler.
Get in touch: scotcast@bbc.co.uk