MP leaves Commons to watch football match

Title

MP leaves Commons to watch football match

Genre

Interview

TX Date

31 Jan 1978

Year of production

1978

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Duration

00:01:33

Description

Labour politician John Ryman explains his decision to leave the House of Commons early in defiance of the Whip, to watch his football team, Blyth Spartans, in the 4th round FA Cup tie. Male interviewer not identified.

Contributors

John Ryman

Keywords

Sport; Government; Labour Party; Parliament; House of Commons; Association football; Members of Parliament; Blyth Spartans AFC

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