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I know it's probably going to be a big autumn for politics, but it does seem strange for 5 Live to go for a politics orientated afternoon show, which it's never been before.

I wonder if the programme will be quietly broadened in its scope once the election's over. I've not heard Matt but have seen some clips of his show online and he always seems to be good with politics, but also very entertaining and engaging. Think he could be utilised well across the BBC.

Funnily enough, Times Radio are going for much the same thinking by recruiting Andrew Neil to present an similar political afternoon show from September.

Ed Vaizey and Ayesha Hazarika are sharing the 1-3pm slot until then.

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