What's the Point? A North Lanarkshire Political Podcast

What's the Point? A North Lanarkshire Political Podcast

Welcome to "What's the Point," a new political podcast that dives deep into local issues in North Lanarkshire, Scotland. Hosted by two serving politicians who are also local residents, this podcast aims to break down political decision-making, explain why things happen the way they do, and simplify the often convoluted process for everyone to understand. Tune in every week on Listen Lanarkshire 107.7 FM for the live show, and the podcast every Thursday. Listen in for all the gossip, news and everything related to North Lanarkshire Polotics, with a touch of Scottish and UK topics thrown in.

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July 10, 2025 84 mins

One year of What’s the Point?Before we take a short summer break after next week’s episode, we’re taking a moment to hit pause and look back.In just one year, What’s the Point? has grown into more than just a podcast, it’s become a space for real conversations, education, sharp questions, and local voices that matter. From bin strikes and planning decisions to accountability in public office and the reported £31 million no one vote...

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What’s the Point? Podcast This week, we’re joined by the one-man politicalearthquake.. Fergus Ewing MSP. Once a towering figure in the SNP, now standingtall as an independent voice in Holyrood, Fergus joins us for a raw, revealingconversation about the future of Scotland, the chaos inside party politics, andwhy he believes the system is broken from the inside out. Insidethis episode: Whatreally happened in the SNP? Can Scotland sti...

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This week we are joined by Councillor Paul Di Mascio on What’s the Point? the show where local politics gets the attention (and interrogation) it deserves.Paul has been making waves across North Lanarkshire and beyond and this Tuesday, he joined us for an unfiltered conversation on:The battle to save the John Smith PoolThe fallout from the brown bin petitionThe mysterious £31 million Amey settlementCouncil transparency, Standing Or...

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What’s the Point? Episode Title: Breaking Ranks

In this bombshell episode, Councillor David Crichton lifts the lid on one of the most controversial issues in Scottish local government: the £1.8 billion Mears contract at the heart of North Lanarkshire Council.

From the inside story of his high profile departure from the SNP, to calling out the Labour administration’s grip on council governance, David doesn’t hold back. He opens up abo...

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This week on What’s the Point?, we’re joined by Jamie Kerr, one of Scotland’s leading immigration lawyers.We dive into a wide-ranging conversation covering:The future of Scotland’s workforce and the migration landscapeBorders, policy shifts, and what it all means locally.How immigration is shaping communities like North LanarkshireThe human realities behind political rhetoricWhether you’re interested in law, politics, or the real s...

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This Week on What’s the Point? We’re joined by award winning investigative journalist and Sunday Mail Political Editor, Hannah Rodger, for a deep dive into journalism, power, and political accountability in Scotland. We unpack some of the biggest stories Hannah has covered in North Lanarkshire, from SNP scandals and £1.8 billion in public contracts, to the shifting landscape of Scottish politics. Are the establishment parties still...
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In this episode, we sit down with Ross Thomson — editor of the Wishaw PressCoatbridge and Airdrie Advertiser, and West Lothian Courier. With years in the thick of Scotland’s local newsrooms, Ross talks candidly about the changing face of local journalism, the fight to keep community voices front and centre, and the pressures facing regional press in 2025.

We dig into politics, public trust, the role of hyperlocal reporting and why...

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On this weeks What's the Point?

Kenny MacAskill UNFILTERED: Explosive Interview on Independence, the SNP, and the Future of Scottish Politics

In one of his most candid interviews yet, Alba Party leader and former Justice Secretary Kenny MacAskill joins What’s the Point? to lay it all out, no spin, no holding back.


Is the SNP still serious about independence?

Has the movement lost its way?

Where does Alba really stand in 2026?

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On this Episode of What's the Point? We welcome our guest: Cllr Ross Lambie – Reform UK Candidate for South Lanarkshire & Hamilton By-election


In this energised episode of What’s the Point?, we dive into the heart of Scotland’s political battlegrounds with Reform UK’s rising voice, Councillor Ross Lambie. As the South Lanarkshire candidate and hopeful for the Hamilton by-election, Lambie joins us to discuss why he believes the R...

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This week on What's the Point? North Lanarkshire, we delve into the big issues affecting our communities and authority. First, we examine Labour’s recent refusal to appeal to their party leaders (PM) to reverse the winter fuel payment cut, a move that leaves our most vulnerable residents facing a harsh winter. Next, we spotlight the SNP’s recent action on school transport, is this the Finally we were promised or just more hot air...

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September 26, 2024 99 mins

Welcome to Episode 5 of What's the Point?, the podcast that cuts through the noise and gets to the heart of what's really going on in North Lanarkshire. This week, we're diving into Labour's reckless policy to scrap the Winter Fuel Payment—what does it mean for the most vulnerable in our community? We’ll also be asking the tough questions: are the council's exorbitant wages for senior officers really justified? ...

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In this week's podcast, we discuss the two by-elections that have just been called, delve into petitions regarding Bedlay Cemetery and school transport, and talk about the new council cycle. Join us on the peculiar journey that is North Lanarkshire politics.

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In this week's podcast, we dive deep into the local government selection process. We explore what it takes to become a councillor, whether a party system is necessary at the local government level, and the true purpose of a councillor. Additionally, we examine the power dynamics in North Lanarkshire, questioning if the Councillor Code of Conduct has been misused to suppress political discourse, debate, and representation. What...

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What's the Point? North Lanarkshire!

This week, we dive into the General Election results and explore what this means for the SNP in North Lanarkshire & can Labour deliver on their legendary "Change Mantra"? 

We also delve into the Balance of Power in North Lanarkshire, examining how motions and amendments are submitted, and whether we're seeing "El Presidente" style politics from the Administration...

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July 4, 2024 32 mins

Welcome to this special edition of Past the Hour, where we tackle the pivotal questions leading up to the General Election. We'll explore the recent full council decision to cut school transport and its potential impact on Labour, especially among affected families. We'll also examine concerns about the legitimacy of opposition members who are on Labour's payroll and how this might undermine their ability to challenge p...

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July 1, 2024 81 mins

Welcome to "What's the Point," a new political podcast that dives deep into local issues in North Lanarkshire, Scotland. Hosted by three serving politicians who are also local residents, this podcast aims to break down political decision-making, explain why things happen the way they do, and simplify the often convoluted process for everyone.

Tune in every two weeks for updates, news, and everything related to North L...

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