Andrew Neil Show: BBC announces launch date for new Brexit programme
The IndependentSign up to our free Brexit and beyond email for the latest headlines on what Brexit is meaning for the UK Sign up to our Brexit email for the latest insight Sign up to our Brexit email for the latest insight SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Andrew Neil will front a new political programme on BBC Two throughout autumn as the UK prepares to leave the EU on October 31. The Andrew Neil Show, which is due to be launched on BBC Two next week, will round up key political events as the Brexit deadline approaches. “I’m delighted to be fronting a weekly show in prime time on BBC Two that will be on top of the story, whatever direction it takes.” Fran Unsworth, director of BBC News, said: “Andrew’s one of the best political journalists in the UK, and we’re thrilled he’ll be on our screens for a prime-time BBC Two series. “As Britain moves towards the Brexit deadline, this show will be a must-watch for anyone who wants to understand what’s going on.” Neil will continue to present Politics Live on BBC Two every Thursday lunchtime, the broadcaster said.