Topic: Dennis Skinner

2 chapters across the catalog

Dehydrated in China
Episode 816 2:42:49 - 2:49:25

816: Dehydrated in China

Dennis Skinner, Dodgy Dave, UK Parliament Expulsion

Veteran MP Dennis Skinner was expelled from the House of Commons for the day after refusing to withdraw the term "Dodgy Dave" in reference to Prime Minister David Cameron. The Speaker of the House ruled the adjective unparliamentary, leading to a standoff. The incident is used to highlight the restrictive nature of speech within the hallowed halls of British government.

Red Washcloth
Episode 467 1:57:26 - 2:01:20

467: Red Washcloth

British Parliament, Arrogant Posh Boys Debate

Clips from the British House of Commons feature heated exchanges regarding Chancellor George Osborne and Prime Minister David Cameron. MP Dennis Skinner and others refer to the leaders as "arrogant posh boys" who are out of touch with the economic reality of the nation. The hosts clarify a confusion between Osborne and George Galloway.