The New Statesman
The New Statesman is a British sitcom that satirises the Conservative government of its day. Set in the late 1980s and early 1990s, it uses sharp political humor and outrageous wrongdoing to mock those in power.
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Season 3
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E1
Labour of Love
A new MP threatens Alan's status as the most right-wing member of Commons.
Jan 6, 1991 · 25m -
2
E2
The Party's Over
Alan tries to help the Labour party win the next election so he can blame them for the impending oil shortage.
Jan 13, 1991 · 25m -
3
E3
Let Them Sniff Cake
Alan upsets animal rights activists. A old friend wants a birthday ""cake"" from Alan.
Jan 20, 1991 · 24m -
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E4
Keeping Mum
Alan's mum visits and threatens to stay forever unless Alan repeals his new bill abolishing social security.
Jan 27, 1991 · 24m -
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E5
Natural Selection
At his annual cocktail party, Alan upsets a local VIP who threatens to take over his seat in the House.
Feb 4, 1991 · 25m -
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E6
Profit of Boom
MI5 and the KGB ask Alan to start a new cold war because they no longer have anyone to spy on.
Feb 11, 1991 · 24m
