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In Plain English

Political Reporter Claire Hamilton demystifies politics and makes complex themes understandable.

Radio Merseyside,7 episodes

Episodes

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Manifestos
Why a manifesto is so important in the race to run the country.
25 Jun 2024,5 mins
Hung parliaments and coalitions
If voters can't decide, political parties have to find a way to work together.
24 Jun 2024,5 mins
First Past the Post
We explain what First Past the Post means and how the system works.
24 Jun 2024,4 mins
Members of Parliament
We explore how to become an MP and what they do.
24 Jun 2024,5 mins
Opinion polling
Explore what polling is and what role it plays in the run up to an election.
24 Jun 2024,5 mins
Constituencies and boundaries
We look at what makes a constituency and who decides the boundaries.
24 Jun 2024,5 mins
Introducing ... In Plain English
Explaining political jargon one term at a time.
24 Jun 2024,1 min