Rupert Allason on why he did not vote on Maastricht

Title

Rupert Allason on why he did not vote on Maastricht

Genre

Interview

TX Date

26 Jul 1992

Year of production

1993

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Duration

00:05:53

Description

Angela Rippon interviews on her Drivetime show Conservative MP Rupert Allason on why he did not vote in the government showdown over the Maastricht bill, where he was for 3 days when the debate and vote was being held, his views on the Maastricht Treaty, and the fuss made by the media. And on possible action against him. TX date suspect- on tape with other segments all from 1993.

Contributors

Rupert Allason; Angela Rippon

Keywords

Treaties; Legislation; Parliamentary bills; Press; Conservative Party; Mass media; Europe; Party politics; Maastricht Treaty; Drivetime (radio programme)

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