Sharp End

Sharp End, January 30th 2023

There's tough decisions facing councils as vital services could face the cut.

Sharp End, January 23rd

How will the Welsh Government make teachers feel valued again?

Sharp End, January 16th 2023

New year - same strikes. We ask our first panel of 2023 what the resolutions should be.

Sharp End, December 15th

We look back at a year dominated by strikes, concerns over the cost of living and changing faces in No. 10.

Sharp End, December 8th

Should a new PM mean a general election? We find out with our poll.

Sharp End: The Night Wales Changed

It's 1997, Blair's in Number 10, the country mourns Diana and Wales has devolution dilemma. 25 years on, we've been reflecting with those who were there.

Sharp End, November 14th

Is Wales moving at the right speed? We find out in this week's Sharp End.

Sharp End, November 7th

The NHS is struggling amid staff shortages - so how will it cope with the 'hardest winter' yet?

Sharp End, October 24th

Rishi Sunak is our next PM - so which direction do the Conservatives need to take?

Sharp End, October 17th

Liz Truss is holding on but who's really in power?

Sharp End, October 10th

Has the Welsh Government's aim to solve one housing crisis created another?

Sharp End, October 3rd

Will it be the first U-turn of many for the PM? Plus we hear from those trying to guide the most vulnerable through the cost of living crisis.

Sharp End, September 26th

We mark 25 years of devolution, plus, we'll hear what people think of the new PM and her plans with the results of our latest poll.

Sharp End, September 20th

We discuss the future of the monarchy, the energy crisis and a tourism tax with Huw Irranca-Davies, Laura Anne Jones, Liz Saville Roberts and Jane Dodds.

Sharp End, September 12th

In a special Sharp End we reflect on the Queen's legacy and the King's future and the new Prince of Wales.

Sharp End, July 11th

It's the final show of Sharp End before the summer and we're reflecting on a busy week in politics after Boris Johnson announced he step down as Prime Minister.

Sharp End, July 4th

Could e-scooters be the new way forward for transport in Wales as their popularity grows despite still being illegal for use in public places.

Sharp End, June 27th

Five years on since the Grenfell Tower fire and is enough being done by the Welsh Government to support people living in potentially dangerous buildings here?

Sharp End, June 20th

Is there a future for Public Service television as the industry faces more challenges from streamers and the way it's funded.

Sharp End, June 14th

Is Wales doing enough to replace GPs, with almost a quarter at retirement age. One doctor is calling on more to be done to attract people to the service.

Sharp End, June 6th

The Prime Minister has won the vote of confidence in his leadership from Conservative MPs but does that mean he's safe?

Sharp End, May 23rd

Has Brexit created a level playing field for farmers here in Wales?

Sharp End, May 16th

As train timetables move back to pre-pandemic levels in Wales, is public transport back on track?

Sharp End May 9th

The future of our towns, Andrew RT Davies on what next for the Welsh Conservatives after the local election losses & a look ahead to the Queen's Speech.

Sharp End, 25th April

The Welsh Government says it's got a plan to deal with the huge numbers of people on NHS waiting lists. But is it a good plan?

Sharp End, 4th April

With the local elections next month Rob Osborne has been finding out what some first-time voters think about politics in Wales.

Sharp End, March 28th

We meet the three women in Bridgend who are hoping to open up their homes to a family of eight, fleeing from Ukraine.

Sharp End: Kinnock at 80

He's the Welshman who came within 1,500 votes of being Prime Minister and now Neil Kinnock is turning 80 he's reflecting on his life in and out of public eye.

Sharp End, March 21st

A week to go before the end of covid restrictions in Wales as we know them, or is it?

Sharp End, March 14th

As Welsh Labour holds its party conference we hear from Mark Drakeford and Sir Keir Stammer.

Sharp End, March 7th

The Wesh Government has announced it's investing in its employment strategy to help more people get into work.

Sharp End, March 1st

A new transport commission has been set up to look at alternative transport options in North Wales.

Sharp End February 14th

13 schools in Wales are trialling longer school days. Could it mean an end to the regular school day?

Sharp End February 7th

Should there be a specialist health centre supporting people with long covid in Wales?

Sharp End January 31st

Boris Johnson has apologised as part of Sue Gray's report is published into Downing Street parties.

Sharp End January 24th

It's a critical time for the Prime Minister but can he weather the latest political storm?

Sharp End January 17th

It's been a difficult time for the hospitality sector in Wales but are things looking brighter ahead?

Sharp End December 13th

As Omicron cases rise, does this mean Covid restrictions are making a Christmas comeback in Wales?

Sharp End December 6th

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas but could the new Covid variant dampen the festivities in Wales?

Sharp End November 29

Should all Welsh politicians return to the Senedd? Or should the chamber continue to work in a hybrid way?

Sharp End November 22nd

Rob Osborne speaks to the head of the Welsh NHS Confederation on how the service will cope during the winter.

Sharp End November 16th

Do we need to do more to support veterans? Ken Skates shares why he stepped away from one of the most powerful roles in politics and was it good COP or bad COP?

Sharp End November 8th

Schools in Wales say they face a mountain of problems like staffing and workload. Teachers are calling for politicians to take action.

Sharp End November 1st

World leaders are gathering in Scotland to try to save the planet but what impact will it have in Wales?

Sharp End October 18th

Coal tip safety, security for our politicians, going green at the supermarket and nurses pay.

Sharp End October 11th

Ahead of the royal opening of the Senedd, the Llywydd talks royals, security and clubbing. Plus, can we afford to go green? We discuss

Sharp End October 4th

Air pollution and traffic are big problems for many cities and towns in Wales. But will an end to road building help or hinder Wales' environment?

Sharp End September 27th

In this week's Sharp End, Rob is joined by Conservative MS Paul Davies and Plaid Cymru's Mabon ap Gwynfor. They discuss 'overtourism' and the Labour conference.

Sharp End September 20th

Sharp End is back after the summer break with an hour-long show, featuring the people of Porthmadog, the FM, Adam Price and a panel of polticans.

Sharp End July 12th

It's almost the end of term for schools and the end of masks and bubbles in classrooms, but are there any changes they want to keep?

Sharp End July 5th

A year on from the Rhondda flooding, there are calls for a review of Natural Resources Wales. Could the blocked culverts lead to a court battle?

Sharp End June 30th

We hear from farmers on each side of the fence when it comes to trade deals and ex-minister Kirsty Williams talk about security in her last months in office.

Sharp End June 22nd

The Welsh Government is hitting the brakes when it comes to new roads. We've been talking to the Deputy Minister for Climate Change, Lee Waters about it.

Sharp End June 16th

Ever wondered what the First Minister does all day? Well, we've been finding out.

Sharp End June 7th

It's summer time and that means festivals. With restrictions being eased, we talk to organisers about the way forward post-Covid.

Sharp End May 24th

International travel has resumed but what does it mean for our national airport? We speak to the current CEO and the new Economy Minister, Vaughan Gething

Sharp End May 17th

We talk to the First Minister about his new cabinet and get to know some of our new Senedd members. Plus, we hear what's next for Scotland.

Sharp End May 10th

Welsh Labour are back, securing their sixth term and getting half the Senedd seats. We hear from all the parties as we assess the election fallout.

Sharp End March 22nd

We reveal the results of our latest poll, chat with the CMO and discuss some of Kirsty Williams' last actions as Education Minister.

Sharp End March 15th

It's back to school again for children across Wales. Plus the First Minister tells us why it's time for society to listen to the concerns of women and girls.

Sharp End March 9th

Tonight, we look at the state of the tories in Wales. Plus, we speak to two women who have been learning Welsh during the pandemic

Sharp End March 1st

On St David's day when we celebrate all things Welsh, what better time to look at the future of the UK.Plus, we're looking at the changing face of Welsh news.

Sharp End February 22nd

We're looking at the state of Plaid Cymru, speaking to 16 year olds about voting for the first time and discussing Wales' roadmap out of the lockdown

Sharp End February 8th

Tonight, it's a toxic mix of climate change and our industrial past. We've been back to Skewen after the floods to see what work has been done.

Sharp End February 1st

One month on from the transition period, we're looking at the effect of Brexit so far in Wales and discussing the online abuse that politicians receive.

Sharp End January 25th

Russel T Davies compares the 1980s AIDS crisis to the coronavirus pandemic in an interview about his latest drama, 'It's A Sin'.

Sharp End January 18th

This week, the First Minister defends his government's approach to the vaccination programme, plus we reveal the results of our latest opinion poll.

Sharp End December 14th

This week we hear from Wales's decision makers on their perspective of handling a pandemic and making 'life and death' choices.

Sharp End December 7th

Brexit is back - we hear from businesses about how the trade deal negotiations will affect them, plus we look ahead to next years Senedd election.

Sharp End November 30th

We hear from the Chief Medical Officer about why he's concerned about the festive season, plus more on calls for adequate housing to be made law.

Sharp End November 23rd

What does the future look like for transport in Wales after a bumpy ride, plus we talk to the Llywydd about why women are nervous about entering politics.

Sharp End November 16th

The pandemic has caused disruption, especially for young people in their future. This week we look at Welsh education, where it is and where it is going.

Sharp End November 9th

How can Wales adapt for a post-Covid future, farmers on the prospect of no trade deal and will exams go ahead?

Sharp End November 2nd

With one more week of lockdown in Wales, we ask people what they think of the firebreak, and one Welsh MP warns of the rise of Covid conspiracy theories.

Sharp End October 26th

Wales goes its own way with the fire-break but is it making us more divided? Plus Neil Kinnock, talks about his part in ending Joe Biden's presidential run.

Sharp End October 19th

As Wales prepares to go into lockdown again, Rob Osborne speaks to the Health Minister, Andrew RT Davies and Dai Lloyd about whether it's the right move

Sharp End October 5th

Tonight on Sharp End, who's footing the bill for floods and Wales's coal legacy?

Sharp End September 28th

This week's Sharp End is all about the economy - how are businesses faring after lockdown and what's being done to support those left out of work? Rob

Sharp End September 21st

As more parts of Wales head into lockdown, Rob Osborne talks to the Health Minister about the new restrictions and what happens next.

Sharp End September 14th

Sharp End is back with a new look and a new presenter. We hear from the people of Wrexham on how they feel about politics in a COVID-19 world.

Sharp End March 30th

As Wales continues to adapt to life in lockdown, Adrian Masters was joined by First Minister Mark Drakeford to talk coronavirus testing, working w...

Sharp End March 23rd

As the Prime Minister announced strict measures in a bid to stop the spread of Coronavirus, Adrian Masters was joined by Health Minister Vaughan G...

Sharp End March 16th

As the first Coronavirus death in Wales is confirmed and the Prime Minister advises us all, and the most vulnerable in particular, to avoid all but essential...

Sharp End March 9th

As the number of Welsh cases of Coronavirus rises, Adrian Masters talked to Chief Medical Officer Dr Frank Atherton about how worried we should be...

Sharp End March 2nd

As the the UK government's started talks with the EU about our future relationship, Adrian Masters speaks with the First Minister about those talks.

Sharp End February 24th

As the political fallout from the recent floods continues, Adrian Masters asks who should pay what and which government should take responsibility...

Sharp End February 17th

After two storms in two weeks, Adrian Masters is joined by Conservative AM, Andrew RT Davies and Pontypridd MP Alex-Davies Jones, as they talk abo...

Sharp End February 10th

As the latest rough sleeping count revealed over 400 people living on the streets in Wales, Carole Green went to a drop-in centre in Wrexham to ta...

Sharp End February 3rd

We're now out of the EU, technically at least, so what next? Adrian Master's talks the future of the union with Brexit Minister Jeremy Miles, whil...

Sharp End January 27th

To smack or not to smack? It's been a debate for years, but tomorrow AMs are likely to pass a law to make it illegal here. Adrian Masters was join...