Today we look at the announcement that Theresa May will leave the commons at the next election with two former close colleagues.

Ali Donnelly, her former deputy spokesperson tells Adam what it’s like to receive a death stare from her.

Former political adviser Cleo Watson says Brexit prevented her focussing on her real priorities.

Plus two mayors of the North West, Andy Burnham and Steve Rotheram speak to Adam about how they want to change the UK’s political system. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Today's Newscast was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Chris Flynn with Joe Wilkinson and Sam McLaren. The technical producer was Matt Hewitt. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.