In this episode, we take a look at the history of Parliament and the huge changes and developments over the centuries to get from the Anglo-Saxon witans to our 21st Century legislature.

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An episode for examining Spencer Compton, 1st Earl of Wilmington, the favourite nonentity of George II; and for connected purposes.

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(With thanks to Totalus Rankium for the use of ‘Sweet and Honourable’)

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In this episode, we take a look at the constitutional and historical issues surrounding David Cameron's appointment as Foreign Secretary.

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An episode exploring the rise and fall of Robert Walpole, Britain’s first and longest-serving Prime Minister; and for connected purposes.

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In this episode, we examine how prime ministers enter and leave office, and what they do whilst they're there.

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Starting with the 7th Century Saxons and ending with the Glorious Revolution of 1688, this episode is a quick primer on the pre-history of British politics.

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A brief introduction to our podcast. If you like what you hear, please continue embarking on this journey with us through hundreds of years of British politics. We'll keep it light, we promise.

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