British Politics
Mr. Matthew Parris was a member of Parliament for seven years and now writes about the two Houses. Televising the House of Commons has had some effect on members: “The… read more
Mr. Matthew Parris was a member of Parliament for seven years and now writes about the two Houses. Televising the House of Commons has had some effect on members: “The ladies are having their hair done....the men are having their suits dry cleaned....” He noted that attempts are made during Question Time to “package” questions for 30-second “sound bites” on television newscasts. close
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