An investigation continues into an incident at Manchester Airport, where an armed officer was filmed stamping on a man’s head.

The officer has been suspended, and the family has been demanding compensation.

But UK correspondent Gavin Grey says it’s alleged there was a lot more that went on leading up to the incident.

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An investigation continues into an incident at Manchester Airport, where an armed officer was filmed stamping on a man’s head. 
The officer has been suspended, and the family has been demanding compensation. 
But UK correspondent Gavin Grey says it’s alleged there was a lot more that went on leading up to the incident. 
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With a straight down the middle approach, Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive on Newstalk ZB delivers the very latest news and views to New Zealanders as they wrap up their day.

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Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on the latest updates on investigation into police officer stamping on man's head at airport

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Friday, 26 July 2024, NZ Olympic chef de mission Nigel Avery joins Heather from Paris where the Olympics Opening Ceremony is just hours away.

Police Commissioner Andrew Coster has announced he won't be seeking a second term. The Crime Prevention Group has high hopes for whoever takes over for him.

The Sports Huddle debates what should happen to the Canadian cheaters at the Olympics after more spying was revealed, and why are the All Blacks so media shy?

Plus, why do Dunedin scientists feature on the latest Kardashian reality show?

Get the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast every weekday evening on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.

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On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Friday, 26 July 2024, NZ Olympic chef de mission Nigel Avery <a href="/{localLink:umb://document/9e722d32dacb47c1a26cdc0f3a2d6007}" title="Nigel Avery: Team New Zealand chef de mission says he's got full confidence in safety preparations for Olympic opening ceremony">joins Heather from Paris where the Olympics Opening Ceremony is just hours away.</a> 
Police Commissioner Andrew Coster has announced he won't be seeking a second term. <a href="/{localLink:umb://document/a561fe69786948ec836d8afbc7900952}" title="Sunny Kaushal: Crime Prevention Group President says Andrew Coster's successor will take a new approach to crime">The Crime Prevention Group has high hopes for whoever takes over for him.</a><a href="/{localLink:umb://document/a561fe69786948ec836d8afbc7900952}" title="Sunny Kaushal: Crime Prevention Group President says Andrew Coster's successor will take a new approach to crime"> </a>
The Sports Huddle <a href="/{localLink:umb://document/de08380a05b84c6aa2007275909851d1}" title="Sports Huddle: Dronegate, All Blacks Sevens, Medal prospects">debates what should happen to the Canadian cheaters at the Olympics after more spying was revealed, and why are the All Blacks so media shy?</a> 
Plus, <a href="/{localLink:umb://document/4cc7645277d2457593c1279c84368423}" title="Dr Moana Theodore: Dunedin Study director on the Kardashians using their research to determine real biological ages">why do Dunedin scientists feature on the latest Kardashian reality show?</a> 
Get the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast every weekday evening on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. 
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Full Show Podcast: 26 July 2024

China’s government has set out over 300 reform measures during its Third Plenum this week.

The meeting – which takes place every five years – covered two major issues of national security and China’s economic recovery.

Asia business correspondent Peter Lewis says China wants to be global players in technology to avoid reliance on the West, but he isn’t convinced that will be enough to solve economic woes.

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China’s government has set out over 300 reform measures during its Third Plenum this week. 
The meeting – which takes place every five years – covered two major issues of national security and China’s economic recovery. 
Asia business correspondent Peter Lewis says China wants to be global players in technology to avoid reliance on the West, but he isn’t convinced that will be enough to solve economic woes. 
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Peter Lewis: Asia business correspondent recaps China's Third Plenum meeting

Newstalk ZB Weekend Sport host Jason Pine and sports commentator Andrew Gourdie joined Heather du Plessis-Allan for the Sports Huddle.

The Football Ferns’ 2-1 loss to Canada has been mired in controversy, after the Canadians were found to have used drones to spy on the team’s training.

The All Blacks Sevens’ Olympic campaign has ended before the opening ceremony, after losing to South Africa 14-7 in the quarterfinals, leaving them to settle for the fifth placed playoff.

After three months, Jason reveals more about how his interview with Scott Robertson was finally arranged after three months in the making.

And the trio discuss New Zealand's Olympic medal prospects ahead of tomorrow's opening ceremony.

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Newstalk ZB Weekend Sport host Jason Pine and sports commentator Andrew Gourdie joined Heather du Plessis-Allan for the Sports Huddle. 
The Football Ferns’ 2-1 loss to Canada has been mired in controversy, after the Canadians were found to have used drones to spy on the team’s training. 
The All Blacks Sevens’ Olympic campaign has ended before the opening ceremony, after losing to South Africa 14-7 in the quarterfinals, leaving them to settle for the fifth placed playoff. 
After three months, Jason reveals more about how his interview with Scott Robertson was finally arranged after three months in the making. 
And the trio discuss New Zealand's Olympic medal prospects ahead of tomorrow's opening ceremony.
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Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on the latest updates on investigation into police officer stamping on man's head at airport

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