Panic alarms and bodyguards: How unsafe are MPs?

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Gunshots At Trump's Press Dinner

Today, Laura and Paddy talk about another incident where a gunman tried to enter an event attended by US President Donald Trump.A secret service agent’s bulletproof vest saved him from more serious injury, after he was shot.The president was quickly escorted to safety by the Secr ...  Show more

Is The Strait Of Hormuz Actually Open (Or Shut) Right Now?

Today, Adam joined Laura and Paddy to chew over the latest news from Iran, Scotland, and Downing Street. Ahead of the Prime Minister’s appearance in parliament, they discuss what we’ve learned today about what Sir Keir Starmer knew, or did not know, about the Lord Mandelson’s vet ...  Show more

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