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Healey steps into Number 11 21.07.2026 52m

John Healey has been named Chancellor as the new Prime Minister, Andy Burnham, picks his top team. Healey is known most recently for resigning from Keir Starmer's cabinet over insufficient defence spending, but he also previously worked in the Treasury -- from 2002 to 2007 -- on the government's Regional Development Agencies programme. Also, the future of the UK's oil and gas industry has been a hot-topic of late, we speak to the boss of one of the largest energy firms in the country. And are you a coffee snob? Italian roaster Lavazza claims coffee drinkers are buying “less but better”.

Burnham's first day 20.07.2026 52m

Andy Burnham begins his first day as Prime Minister, with attention turning to the shape of his new government and what it could mean for businesses, workers and the wider economy. We’ll look at the early decisions facing his administration, from taxes and public spending to growth and confidence. His government is already considering nationalisation for ailing Thames Water - what does this mean for customers and the taxpayer? And as the World Cup comes to an end, we find how the big supermarkets plan for big sporting events.

Ancient Kings & Modern Coronations 17.07.2026 51m

Will Bain looks ahead as the Labour Party meets for its leadership special conference. Andy Burnham is expected to be confirmed as the Labour Party's new leader - we'll take a look at what his team could look like.The Government plans to ban the sale of energy drinks to under-16s next year - what could this mean for retailers?And a big day for the cinema, as Christopher Nolan's summer blockbuster the Odyssey is released today. We'll look at what these flagship films mean for the entertainment industry.

It's not coming home 16.07.2026 52m

We react to the England v Argentina World Cup semi-final. Unfortunately, it wasn't the result we wanted. We hear from a club chief exec about what the legacy of England's semi-final run is likely to mean for the game. And with graduation season in full swing, Leanna Byrne speaks to some of this year's university leavers about the jobs market.

Do Not Disturb 15.07.2026 52m

With older teenagers set to join their younger counterparts in seeing restrictions put on their social media use, we speak to an expert about what the government hopes to achieve with the tech curfew for 16 and 17-year-olds. And we get into the detail of the UK-India free trade agreement to find who the winners and losers of the historic deal. Also, the World Cup bonus. What does England getting to the knock outs mean for the economy?

Strait talking? 14.07.2026 51m

Trump says the US will take control of the Strait of Hormuz - we look at how that works. As firefighters continue to tackle wildfires across England and Wales we hear from one landlord doing his bit to help - along with the evacuee he's taken in. And ahead of England playing in the World Cup semi-final Sean Farrington revisits the business of big screens.

13/07/2026 13.07.2026 50m

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Arthur's Fery-tale ending? 10.07.2026 52m

Felicity Hannah explores the earning power of tennis as British wildcard Arthur Fery reaches the semi-finals of Wimbledon.We'll also find out why the number of new-build housing developments coming to market is at its lowest level since 2017.Elsewhere, we'll be joined by the Friday panel to review another hectic week in the worlds of news and economics.

Poor Customer Service? 09.07.2026 50m

Following the £28-million-pound fine given by Ofcom to Virgin Media for poor customer service, we ask Wake Up to Money listeners to share their experiences with bad customer service.As Donald Trump says that the US will "hit them harder" in more tit-for-tat with Iran, Sean Farrington speaks to an expert monitoring events in the region.And to mark the 25th anniversary of the first airing of the workplace comedy The Office, two actors from the series join us to talk about why it rang so true with so many white-collar workers.

Cryp-no? 08.07.2026 53m

Investors on one of Europe's biggest retail platforms are turning away from crypto. Sean Farrington has the latest.Elsewhere, the gambling industry pushes back on a new mandatory financial risk assessment. And we find out what goes into making the fabric half of Andy Burnham's 'pair of eyelashes and a black t-shirt' look.

Sky's The Limit? 07.07.2026 52m

Following the news that Sky will buy ITV in a £1.6-billion-pound deal, Sean Farrington speaks to John Ryley, who was the head of Sky News for nearly 20 years.Ahead of a summit of NATO members, what could this mean for the health of start-ups in the UK defence sector?Plus, we speak to the Norwegian dairy firm that's shipping hundreds of kilos of cheese to their national football team in the US.

World Cup, Weapons & Wegovy 06.07.2026 37m

After England's World Cup game against Mexico, Will Bain speaks to one publican who's just closed up at 5am after screening the match.Separately, an interview with the prime minister of Luxembourg, who tells Wake Up to Money that a new Defence, Security and Resilience Bank should be established for NATO countries.Plus, Novo Nordisk's new once-daily weight-loss pill becomes available in the UK today - what might it do to the market?

The Week in Review 03.07.2026 39m

In a week that saw Andy Burnham make his first speech pitching for Labour leader and the current prime minister revealing the government's Defence Investment Plan, Will Bain talks to our panel of experts on what that might mean for the economy.On Friday the former boss of John Lewis, Sir Charlie Mayfield, gives an update on his 'Keep Britain Working' review; one construction boss involved explains how she's trying to keep her workforce healthy.Plus, the owner of the company behind Cape Verde's football kit tells Wake Up to Money what it's like to see the club do so well in the World Cup while wearing its shirts.

A Roaring Trade 02.07.2026 24m

Sean Farrington hears how pubs benefitted from England's win last night. Plus, PlayStation announces no new games will be sold with a physical disc from 2028.

Steeling themselves 01.07.2026 48m

Sean Farrington hears what new rules on steel tariffs mean for manufacturers in the UK. Plus, why is the Culture Secretary "minded to intervene" on Paramount's $110 billion deal to take over Warner Bros?

Time for a DIP 30.06.2026 52m

Sean Farrington hears what businesses think of the long-delayed Defence Investment Plan. Plus, as England get ready to take on DR Congo in their last-32 World Cup game on Wednesday, how much are fans having to spend to follow the Three Lions through the knockout stages?

The Burnham Plan 29.06.2026 51m

Will Bain asks businesses what they want to hear in Andy Burnham's speech on the economy. Plus, as Wimbledon gets underway, why are some players not happy about this year's prize money?

AI bites Apple 26.06.2026 46m

Felicity Hannah finds out why Apple is putting up prices on some of its products, and how data centres - is putting pressure on the same components used in everyday devices.With record-breaking heatwaves leaving the nation sweltering this week, we speak with a family run central heating and plumbing business in Warwickshire on how this heatwave has impacted their business.And our Friday panel looks at the big topics of this week.

Back humans, tax robots. 25.06.2026 51m

The boss of one of Britain's largest and longest-established recruitment firms tells Sean Farrington that a radical overhaul of the tax system is needed to deal with the impact of AI on jobs.Elsewhere, he'll speak to the construction industry about the difficulties of working in a heatwave.Coffee shops can't sell iced coffee quick enough as Brits try to keep cool in the heat, we'll hear from an independent chain.And we'll also head to Miami beach to an Irish bar that's been hosting the Tartan Army.

Feeling the Heat 24.06.2026 51m

Sean Farrington has the latest as the UK braces for a heatwave. Elsewhere, the International Maritime Organisation announces an evacuation plan for 11,000 seafarers still stranded in the Gulf and Number 11 Downing Street looks set for a new occupant.