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Steve Richards of The Independent considers Ed Miliband's position as Leader of the Opposition; the future for the economy; and... how political is Bob Dylan?

Steve Richards of The Independent looks behind the scenes at Westminster

What future for Ed Miliband as Leader of the Opposition? It's a question the press have been asking in the last few days. But how far is their criticism justified? And what task faces him now? The former Conservative leader Michael - now Lord - Howard reflects on the demands of the job with Tim Montgomerie, a former chief of staff for Iain Duncan Smith. The President of YouGov, Peter Kellner, interprets the latest polls. The chief economics correspondent at The Observer, William Keegan, takes issue with the former Conservative Chancellor, Lord Lawson on the government's strategy for economic recovery. And how political is Bob Dylan? Two Labour MPs who are big fans, Kevin Brennan and Kerry McCarthy, reflect on his talents.

The Editor was Peter Mulligan.

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  • What future for Ed Miliband?

    Former Conservative leader Lord Howard reflects on Ed Miliband’s future with the editor of the ConservativeΒι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ website, Tim Montgomerie, once on the staff of Iain Duncan Smith.

    Duration: 09:34

  • Ed Miliband's performance in the polls

    Critics may take a caustic view of Ed Miliband, but what does the public think? Peter Kellner, president of opinion pollsters YouGov, gives his interpretation.

    Duration: 04:03

  • George Osborne vs Ed Balls on the economy

    All sides are looking for signs of economic recovery. Former Conservative chancellor, Lord Lawson, backs the coalition's strategy. The Observer's senior economic commentator, William Keegan, does not.

    Duration: 07:53

  • How political is Bob Dylan?

    Bob Dylan is performing in London this weekend and has recently celebrated his 70th birthday. Two fans, the Labour MPs Kerry McCarthy and Kevin Brennan, reflect on his talents.

    Duration: 06:25

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  • Sat 18 Jun 2011 11:00
    Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4 FM

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