Episode

When should a politician just answer the question?

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Matt Chorley's Urgent Questions
Published
Aug 6, 2026
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Summary

When should a politician just answer the question? Who has the world's strongest mandate? Which ministers can escape to the country? Who will be the MMP for Croydon East? Matt Chorley brings you the who, what, where, why and when of British politics. If you've got urgent questions... then email [email protected]