Best Redressing The Government Podcasts (2025)

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#523 | Out of the Box, No Turning Back! | The Political Spotlight 1:53:23

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Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey previews a busy week of upcoming public meetings in Muncie, Delaware County, and other parts of east central Indiana. Bilbrey also shares his thoughts on where America stands following the tragic events of last week. Additionally, Bilbrey discusses his stance on people saying horrible things about the death of Charlie Kir…

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#522 | Extradition Waived! & A Killer Caught! | The Political Spotlight 2:37:54

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It's been a long and emotional week... Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey discusses the update on the Steven Sumner arrest. Sumner, the former Madison County Councilor, has been a fugitive from justice for the past two years until his arrest on Tuesday, September 9, 2025. Sumner waived extradition and has now been taken back to the Madison County, Indiana,…

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JLR downtime spans two weeks, Harwoods offloads Land Rover sites, and FCA redress scheme due next year – with Steven Douglas, episode 223 1:07:48

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Car Dealer team pick their favourite things about Podcast Live with tickets selling fast Use code PICANTO for 10% off tickets JLR plants shut down will continue into next week, confirms manufacturer Family-run Harwoods sells up JLR dealerships to Dubai-based investors Compensation for mis-sold car finance could begin next year, says FCA chief…

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#521 | The Death of Intelligence! | The Political Spotlight 1:39:17

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Political commentator Charlie Kirk was shot and killed earlier today, Wednesday, September 10, 2025, while engaging in political discourse at Utah Valley University. And of course, since it's 2025 and the culture is what it is, some are mourning this loss while others are cheering for it and hoping for more violence to occur. Host Kristopher H. Bil…

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#520 | Wanted Fugitive From Madison County Steven Sumner — CAPTURED! | The Political Spotlight 1:49:34

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BREAKING NEWS WANTED FUGITIVE FROM MADISON COUNTY, INDIANA, STEVEN "STEVE" CRAIG SUMNER HAS BEEN CAPTURED! As The Political Spotlight has covered in past episodes, former Madison County Councilor Steven Sumner was arrested and charged with several serious sex crimes against children in 2021. While navigating the start of Madison County's "Mickey Mo…

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#519 | September 8, 2025 - Muncie City Council Meeting Review! | The Political Spotlight 2:12:51

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Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey reviews and gives his commentary on the Muncie, Indiana, City Council meeting from Monday, September 8, 2025. ============================ VIDEO version of Ep 519: https://youtube.com/live/DXNJlFRmUGQ ============================ Subscribe: https://bit.ly/subTPS Become a Member: https://bit.ly/MembershipTPS Merch: https:/…

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#518 | Come One Come All to the Muncie City Council Mtg (Monday 09.08.25)! | The Political Spotlight 1:48:48

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Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey issues his final call to action for the Muncie City Council meeting scheduled for Monday, September 8, 2025. The meeting begins at 645 p.m., and Muncie residents are encouraged to attend to voice their opinions on the proposed 2026 budget and Resolution 16-25. Resolution 16-25 initiates the process to build a second fire …

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#517 | The City of Muncie’s Continuing Struggle With Transparency! | The Political Spotlight 1:00:59

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Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey and the team have all been feeling under the weather; however, it seems like they might be on the mend! And just in time for some City of Muncie nonsense! Tune in to this 517th episode as Bilbrey discusses the details of the City's second Finance Committee meeting held at 6 p.m. on Friday, September 5, 2025. The one that …

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JLR hacked, GVE enters administration, and only six cars likely to get full EV grant – with Joe Betty, episode 222 1:14:47

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Notorious hackers claim responsibility for cyber attack which has ground JLR to a halt Research reveals just SIX electric cars could qualify for the full £3,750 Electric Car Grant Auto Trader changing email lead notifications to ‘protect customer data’ Supercar dealer GVE London officially appoints administrators as firm faces uncertain future Time…

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#516 | City of Muncie 2026 Budget Review! | The Political Spotlight 2:21:06

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In this 516th episode of 'The Political Spotlight,' Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey discusses the proposed 2026 budget for the City of Muncie. This is the budget that Mayor Dan Ridenour and his Administration have submitted to the City Council for their review and possible passage. The Council, which was previously under Democratic control (6 to 3), is …

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#515 | Happy Labor Day 2025! | The Political Spotlight 1:14:20

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It's Labor Day 2025 Weekend... and Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey pops on to tell the audience HAPPY LABOR DAY! ============================ VIDEO version of Ep 515: https://youtube.com/live/OAvgeb0sXm0 . . . ============================ Enjoy our content? Give us a like or a review! Dig our content? Subscribe to the show! ============================ …

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Amazon launches used car platform, Chery launches third UK brand in 12 months, and Ford Puma is first to get full EV grant amount – with Ben Collins, episode 221 1:10:00

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Time is running out to get your tickets for the Car Dealer Podcast Live – here’s what you can expect Use code PICANTO for 10% off Podcast Live tickets Amazon to launch used car sales after agreeing landmark partnership with Hertz First EVs FINALLY qualify for full Electric Car Grant as Ford duo secure top discount…

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#514 | Everything, All the Time, All at Once! | The Political Spotlight 2:06:29

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Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey is dealing with a lot... budgets, record requests, councilors, and other public officials. In this 514th episode of 'The Political Spotlight,' he examines it all! NONSTOP POLITICS! Everything, All the Time, All at Once! ============================ VIDEO version of Ep 514: https://youtube.com/live/ZzXQdSE_-TI . . . ======…

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#513 | City of Muncie's 2026 Budget Time! | The Political Spotlight 1:28:00

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In this 513Th episode of 'The Political Spotlight,' Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey reviews Muncie Mayor Dan Ridenour's press conference held earlier today (Tuesday, August 26, 2025, at 3 p.m.) on the steps of City Hall in Muncie, Indiana. The point of the presser was for the Mayor to unveil his proposed budget for the 2026 year. This draft will then be…

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#512 | H2Oooh Boy, More Water Trouble in Madison County! | The Political Spotlight 2:16:15

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Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey welcomes contributing correspondent, Dr. Katherine Callahan, to the show, along with Lisa Mullins-Summers, to discuss ongoing serious water issues within Madison County, Indiana. ============================ VIDEO version of Ep 512: https://youtube.com/live/fEF1NnFgZkY . . . ============================ Enjoy our content?…

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#511 | MFD's Internal Fires! | The Political Spotlight 2:31:25

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Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey examines several issues that have come to light within the City of Muncie Fire Department over the past few weeks and months, some stretching back years. These new controversies, along with previously known issues, seriously undermine the stability and leadership of the Muncie City Fire Department! Although some of these …

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Big Motoring World vs Trustpilot, employee car ownership scheme under spotlight, and IMDA calls out service history GDPR excuses – with Nigel McMinn, episode 220 1:08:02

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Small Cars Direct boss Alex Bradley is named as final guest at Car Dealer Podcast Live Use code PICANTO for 10% off Podcast Live tickets Car supermarket Big Motoring World has reviews suspended on Trustpilot for ‘breach’ of rules Fears raised over government clampdown on car dealer employee perks Motor trade is failing customers with needless barri…

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#510 | More Blackford Co. Questions! Lt Gov Town Hall Fiasco! & More! | The Political Spotlight 2:31:09

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Information has been pouring into 'The Political Spotlight' team from all directions over the last couple of days! So, this 510th episode will once again be packed with some of the hottest political commentary out there! First, Bilbrrey discusses the two arrests made on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, at a Town Hall for Indiana's Lt. Governor, Micah Be…

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#509 | Gagged! But Why? | The Political Spotlight 2:07:05

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Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey investigates allegations of wrongdoing in Blackford County, Indiana, related to the murder of 21-year-old Mike Norris. Norris was shot and killed at a party that spiraled out of control on the night of Saturday, June 28, 2025, into the early morning hours of Sunday, June 29, 2025. The party prompted responses from the Bla…

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#508 | Blackford Co Record Request Snag! & Indiana Redistricting Nonsense! | The Political Spotlight 1:56:58

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In this 508th episode of 'The Political Spotlight,' host Kristopher H. Bilbrey discusses the ridiculous, ongoing effort to redistrict Indiana's Congressional District maps, even though almost everyone opposes it! He also shares the disappointing response he received about the Record Requests sent to Blackford County, Indiana. Lastly, he shares the …

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EV grant comes under criticism, Citroen extends airbag recall, and Shifting Metal dealership to close – with Will Blackshaw, episode 219 1:05:18

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Tickets selling fast for second Car Dealer Podcast Live recording in September Use code PICANTO for 10% off tickets Government defends its Electric Car Grant after it fails to shift out of first gear The huge warranty claims blighting EVs as most unreliable electric cars revealed Citroen woes continue as rare 'stop-drive' order is expanded to C4, D…

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#507 | Public Disservice! | The Political Spotlight 1:13:17

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In this 507th episode of 'The Political Spotlight,' Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey examines the ongoing "Public Disservice" being forced upon us. First, Bilbrey talks about Muncie Mayor Dan Ridenour's admission that there will be no progress on Southway Plaza. It has only taken him three and a half years to admit what the public has known for almost th…

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#506 | Meetings Review: (ARC), (MCC), & (DMMPC)! | The Political Spotlight 3:08:15

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This 506th episode of 'The Political Spotlight' will review not only three important meetings across three different municipalities but also examine what's wrong with government in these areas and many others! For this task, Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey invites contributing correspondent Dr. Katherine Callahan to join him! Bilbrey and Callahan review…

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#505 | Ty'ray Wilson's Charges! Lt. Gov. on WoWo! & Tuesday-Meeting Day! | The Political Spotlight 2:08:08

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This 505th episode of 'The Political Spotlight' is jam-packed, and Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey is fired up, so let's cut through all the noise and get right to it! First up, in preparation for tomorrow's busy meeting day (Tuesday, August 12, 2025), Bilbrey sets the stage with the first meeting at 5 p.m., when the Anderson Redevelopment Commission wi…

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#504 | The Feds Arrest a Cop! The Local GOP Holds a Picnic! & Much More! | The Political Spotlight 1:35:03

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On this 504th episode of 'The Political Spotlight,' Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey discusses the arrest of an Anderson City Police Officer. The officer was taken into custody by the FBI in a relatively quiet manner. Then, Bilbrey covers the picnic hosted by the local Delaware County Republican Party. They'll say it went off wonderfully, but anyone with…

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What next for the finance commission saga, fines for promoted customer reviews, and Citroen models first to get Government EV grant – with John McDougall, episode 218 1:04:47

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Car finance firms avoid paying millions in compensation after Supreme Court ruling Consumers may get payments of up to £950 for car finance claims – FCA Car dealers’ ‘patchy’ records could make car finance redress scheme ‘unfair’ – FLA First cars eligible for government’s Electric Car Grant revealed… and they’re all Citroens Car dealerships face HU…

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#503 | Big Resignation in Lt Gov's Office, Judge Arnett News, & More! | The Political Spotlight 1:04:29

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"Resignation Shock" from Indiana's second-highest office, "Disciplinary Charges" filed against Randolph County Judge, and "Political Spin" from the one and only, "evil" Ed Soliday, Indiana State Representative. On this 503rd episode of 'The Political Spotlight,' Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey explores the latest "breaking news" from the Indiana Lieuten…

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#502 | Wave of Complete Insanity - State of Indiana! | The Political Spotlight 2:01:30

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Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey explores the latest chaos and turmoil emerging from Indiana state government in this 502nd episode of 'The Political Spotlight.' First up, Bilbrey looks at the deepfake AI scandal that has been reported to have taken place in the Indiana Lt. Governor's Office. Lt. Governor Micah Beckwith finds himself at the center of a g…

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#501 | The Flip Has Flopped! | The Political Spotlight 2:08:55

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In this 501st episode of 'The Political Spotlight,' Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey discusses two major local government meetings held today, Monday, August 4, 2025. While several meetings took place across Indiana this morning—including the Delaware County Commissioners, Randolph County Commissioners, and Grant County Commissioners—Bilbrey focuses on t…

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#500 | THE FIVE HUNDREDTH EPISODE! | The Political Spotlight 2:29:04

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HERE IT IS — THE BIG 5-0-0! WOW... That is a lot of political commentary! Well, ok — enough of that! It's time to get to work. There is a lot to discuss! Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey celebrates this 500th episode the only way he knows how — by diving straight into the latest political and governmental issues impacting Muncie, Delaware County, and bey…

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The Church of England's New Redress Scheme 12:35

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This episode of the H.J Talks About Abuse podcast delves into the newly established redress scheme by the Church of England, aimed at providing compensation, therapy, and support for survivors and victims of church-related abuse. Alan Collins, the head of the abuse team, explores the intricacies of the scheme, its legislative journey, and the criti…

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Government EV grant causes confusion, and Peugeot dealers help with Citroen airbag recall – with Marc Palmer, episode 217 1:07:34

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Automotive industry ‘calls have been heard’ as UK announces £650m Electric Car Grant Vertu boss Robert Forrester welcomes ‘necessary’ Electric Car Grant despite dealer confusion Don’t sell Citroen or DS3 models with problem airbags – warning issued to car dealers Peugeot dealer network mobilised to help fix Citroens with faulty airbags Book Car Dea…

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Citroen airbag nightmare, new Chinese brand, another new Chinese brand, and another new Chinese brand – with Theo Cook, episode 216 1:01:31

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Drivers impacted by Citroen and DS airbag recall could be owed compensation – lawyers Citroen dealers under ‘immense pressure’ as some airbag recalls may not happen ‘until 2026’ Chery on the Chinese cake: Omoda and Jaecoo owner to launch new UK car brand ‘Open minded’ customers are helping BYD on the way to becoming UK’s number one – boss Dealer gr…

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Unveiling the Power of NDAs in Abuse Cases 10:26

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Welcome to another episode of H.J. Talks About Abuse, where we delve into the delicate topic of sexual abuse cases. In this episode, we explore the significant role that non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) play in sexual harassment allegations, sparked by a recent documentary on American Acro. Our discussion highlights the influence of NDAs, potential…

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EPCs, MEES and the future of renting with Damian Thompson of Nationwide 26:25

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In this episode of The LandlordZONE, hosts Nigel Lewis and Eddie Hooker sit down with Damian Thompson, Director of Landlord at Nationwide, to unpack the future of Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) and what they really mean for landlords. With looming MEES changes, mounting upgrade costs, and a tangle of grants, loans and exemptions, the episod…

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Arnold Clark results, Hyundai's dealer spat, and V12 Vehicle Finance to close – with James Litton, episode 215 1:05:02

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Arnold Clark saw revenue soar to £5.2bn in 2024 but bosses warn 2025 tax increases will cost £30m All Electric Garages Group swaps Hyundai for BYD at terminated Stourbridge car dealership Hyundai accuses its own dealer partner of publishing ‘factual inaccuracies’ over showroom closure All Electric Garages Group swaps Hyundai for BYD at terminated S…

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The Internet Grooming Crisis: Unmasking Online Child Abuse 11:36

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Welcome to the H.J. Talks About Abuse podcast. In this episode, Alan Collins, head of the abuse team at Hugh James, delves into the growing issue of online child grooming and exploitation. Responding to a concerning newspaper report, the discussion highlights the alarming numbers of children being coerced online, the role of criminal enterprises, a…

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The Dutch Approach to Civilian Harm Accountability 40:40

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In the third episode of the mini-series on Civilian Harm in Conflict, host Mae Thompson is joined by Erin Bijl (PAX, Dutch NGO) and Major Steven van de Put (Royal Netherlands Air Force, former student) to explore the Dutch approach to accountability for civilian harm. This episode delves into the evolution of the Dutch accountability framework, spo…

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River Faughan: The Struggle for Legal Personhood 57:48

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In this special episode Katie O’Doherty delves into the illegal waste dumping scandal at the Mobuoy dump near the River Faughan in Northern Ireland, a scandal described by Agriculture Minister Andrew Muir as a "sophisticated and deliberate environmental crime of unprecedented scale”. It explores the background of this large scale environmental crim…

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S1: E4 - Part 8: Earn It. Borrow It. Steal It. 10:31

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Welcome to Episode 4 PART VIII entitled, "Earn It, Borrow It, Steal It." This podcast is about the three main mechanisms to securing funds And, seeing as money is the engine behind virtually every transaction, ambition, and enterprise. Whether you're an entrepreneur looking for capital, an individual covering daily expenses, or a government raising…

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Cazoo's £6m administrator fee, Peter Waddell back in the headlines, and Car Dealer Power results revealed – with Richard Ennis, episode 214 1:05:36

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Administrators at failed used car dealer Cazoo are owed £6m as financial situation is laid bare ‘Subdued consumer demand’ sees used car sales fall at Vertu – but new car sales bounce Ousted Big Motoring World founder Peter Waddell back in headlines as legal battle drags on Car Dealer Power 2025: Who won what at this year’s awards? Book Car Dealer P…

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Breaking the Chains: New Amendments to UK Limitation Law for Abuse Cases 13:36

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Welcome to this episode of the H.J. Talks About Abuse podcast, where we delve into the impactful amendment to the Limitation Act 1980 as announced by the UK government. Join Alan Collins, the head of the abuse team, as we explore how these changes will revolutionize legal procedures concerning child sexual abuse cases in England and Wales. Learn ab…

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Renault boss quits for Gucci, new 208 GTI, and is Lithia eyeing up Hatfields? – with Tim Smith, episode 213 1:10:25

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Renault boss Luca de Meo quits automotive industry to become boss of Gucci owner Could Lithia be about to swoop on family-run car dealer group Hatfields? SMMT welcomes ‘significant achievement’ as Trump confirms UK car tariff deal is ‘done’ JLR downgrades profit predictions as a result of Trump tariffs and ‘heightened global uncertainty’ Jun 16: In…

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Unearthing the Truth: The National Inquiry into Grooming Gangs 14:21

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In this episode of H.J. Talks About Abuse, host Alan Collins delves into the government's recent announcement of a national inquiry into grooming gangs. He explores the key issues surrounding these organized exploitation networks, focusing on the vulnerability of victims and the complex societal and ethnic dimensions involved. Collins also discusse…

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Motorpoint profits up, Chris Wiseman steps down, and interest in Chinese cars increases – with Joe Wallington, episode 212 1:02:04

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Used car supermarket Motorpoint back in the black after turning £4.1m pre-tax profit Car supermarket Trade Centre Group aims to bounce back from brutal 2024 losses Wessex Garages boss Chris Wiseman steps down from his role after 25 years Ministers to choose which US car exports are taxed at lower 10% rate More than half of car buyers will go electr…

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Unveiling the Shadows: A Shocking Assault in Healthcare 11:12

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Welcome to the H.J. Talks About Abuse podcast, a space dedicated to discussions on sexual abuse cases, with a focus on helping listeners engage in dialogues often avoided. In this episode, host Alan Collins and colleague Danielle Vincent explore a distressing case of sexual assault by a nurse in a hospital setting. This alarming incident serves as …

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Marshall bins Stellantis altogether, FCA talks redress schemes, and Trade Centre Group's £5.4m loss – with Tom Leathes, episode 211 1:03:14

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Jobs at risk as Stellantis and Marshall Motor Group terminate dealer partnership Tumbling EV prices saw demand up 31% in May says new data FCA outlines factors for redress scheme and urges customers not to approach law firms Cox Automotive ‘cautiously optimistic’ about new car market with registrations set to rise Trade Centre Group swings to £5.4m…

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Auto Trader profits up, Waylands and Hartwell results, and Volvo job cuts – with James Gammon, episode 210 57:59

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Waylands sees profits soar and record car sales but agency dents revenue Police investigating after used car dealer’s stolen Porsche is used in shocking ram raid Car dealer Hartwell sees profit and turnover tumble in ‘challenging yet resilient year’ Used car market shows resilience in early 2025, according to latest Percayso Vehicle Intelligence da…

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Reflecting on 300 Episodes: A Journey Through Technology and Time 12:13

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In this milestone 300th episode of the H.J. Talks About Abuse podcast, Alan Collins, and his colleague, Danielle Vincent, and original podcast mastermind, Sam Barker, reflect on the podcast's journey and milestones. They delve into early technical challenges and the evolution of technology that has facilitated global communication and adaptability …

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Civilian Harm in Yemen 41:13

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In the second episode of the mini-series on Civilian Harm in Conflict, host Mae Thompson from Ceasefire, the Center for Civilian Rights, explores the issues of civillian harm and reparations for victims of military actions in Yemen. The discussion features insights from Bonyan Gamal, a lawyer based in Sana'a Yemen and Program Manager of the Yemeni …