Sir Keir Starmer's leadership has been flung into doubt, with the resignation of his closest aide.

The UK Prime Minister's chief of staff Morgan McSweeney's quit - taking responsibility for advising Starmer to appoint Peter Mandelson as US ambassador. 

Mandelson's being investigated for claims he'd passed sensitive information to sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

UK correspondent Mike Pearse explained further.

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Sir Keir Starmer's leadership has been flung into doubt, with the resignation of his closest aide.
The UK Prime Minister's chief of staff Morgan McSweeney's quit - taking responsibility for advising Starmer to appoint Peter Mandelson as US ambassador.&nbsp;
Mandelson's being investigated for claims he'd passed sensitive information to sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
UK correspondent Mike Pearse explained further.
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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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Mike Pearse: UK correspondent on whether Prime Minister Keir Starmer will resign

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More companies are reporting their profits from the final portion of 2025, and it's sparking investigation into what investors need to pay attention to.

Harbour Asset Management expert Shane Solly explained further.

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More companies are reporting their profits from the final portion of 2025, and it's sparking investigation into what investors need to pay attention to.
Harbour Asset Management expert Shane Solly explained further.
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Shane Solly: Harbour Asset Management expert on what investors need to think about for 2026

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Tonight on The Huddle, Trish Sherson from Sherson Willis PR and Child Fund CEO Josie Pagani joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! 

Regional Development Minister Shane Jones is defending the financial track record of his regional funds - and says he's still committed to supporting investment in the regions. Do we support this? 

There's growing debate over whether touch typing needs to be taught in schools. Do we think this is necessary or do we need to teach the basics first?

The Government is looking to impose a levy on electricity users to pay for a facility for importing liquefied natural gas. Do we need this? 

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Tonight on The Huddle, Trish Sherson from Sherson Willis PR and Child Fund CEO Josie Pagani joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more!&nbsp;
Regional Development Minister Shane Jones is defending the financial track record of his regional funds - and says he's still committed to supporting investment in the regions. Do we support this?&nbsp;
There's growing debate over whether touch typing needs to be taught in schools. Do we think this is necessary or do we need to teach the basics first?
The Government is looking to impose a levy on electricity users to pay for a facility for importing liquefied natural gas. Do we need this?&nbsp;
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The Huddle: Do we need this new LNG facility?

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The former boss of Air New Zealand is jetting off to America. 

It's been reported Greg Foran will be named as the new chief executive of retail giant, Kroger.

It operates supermarkets and multi-department stores throughout the US, and is regarded as one of the country's big four retailers.

Greg Foran says he'll have his hands full but he's looking forward to it.

"It's a business, does about $150 billion a year and just over 400,000 associates work there, there's about $3,000 stores, multiple brands - it's going to be complex."

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The former boss of Air New Zealand is jetting off to America.&nbsp;
It's been reported Greg Foran will be named as the new chief executive of retail giant, Kroger.
It operates supermarkets and multi-department stores throughout the US, and is regarded as one of the country's big four retailers.
Greg Foran says he'll have his hands full but he's looking forward to it.
"It's a business, does about $150 billion a year and just over 400,000 associates work there, there's about $3,000 stores, multiple brands - it's going to be complex."
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Greg Foran: Former Air New Zealand CEO on taking over as head of US retailer Kroger

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Mike Pearse: UK correspondent on whether Prime Minister Keir Starmer will resign

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