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Analysis: The Lobbyists

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Lobbyists say they oil the wheels of democracy by offering information to Westminster and Whitehall. But the essence of their trade is secrecy Does this ever lead lobbyists to bend the rules? Would they still be necessary if MPs could afford qualified research staff? Presenter Alastair Hetherington

(Repeated: Thurs 11.5am)

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Presenter:
Alastair Hetherington
Producer:
Joshua Rozenberg
Source: Radio Times

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