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Westminster Hour: 16/07/2023

16/07/2023

BBC Radio 4 - Westminster Hour, 16/07/2023

Ben Wright presents Radio 4's Sunday night political discussion programme.

Ben Wright looks ahead to a trio of by-elections with Conservative MP Steve Brine, Labour's Dame Meg Hillier and Lib Dem Sarah Olney, with analysis from journalist Jack Blanchard.

Ben Wright discusses the prospects for all the main parties in this week's trio of by-elections with Conservative MP Steve Brine, Labour's Dame Meg Hillier and Sarah Olney from the Liberal Democrats. They also talk about Sir Keir Starmer's latest interview outlining his approach to government. Journalist Jack Blanchard - UK Editor of Politico - brings additional insight and analysis. The panel also discuss why so many MPs have decided to stand down at the next general election.

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