The big issues of the week are debated in the iconic Backbencher Pub. Back Benches attempts to demystify the world of New Zealand politics by bringing the beehive to the bar stools. It is politics with a pint! Back Benches delivers politics for real people in a format that is relaxed, funny and highly informative. It is a roller coaster ride of good-hearted foot-in-mouth moments from the country’s politicians, along with genuine insight into how they feel and think about the issues facing the country.
1Tonight's guest candidates are: Heather Roy, Stephen Franks, Sue Kedgley and Vaughan Smith.
Speakers
Heather Roy (Act Candidate)
Stephen Franks (National Candidate)
Sue Kedgley (Green Party Candidate)
Vaughan Smith (United Future Candidate)
Live Broadcast
No
Commercials
No
Primary Title
Back Benches
Secondary Title
2008 Election Special
Date Broadcast
Saturday 8 November 2008
Start Time
20 : 10
Finish Time
21 : 00
Duration
50:00
Channel
TVNZ 7
Broadcaster
Television New Zealand
Programme Description
The big issues of the week are debated in the iconic Backbencher Pub. Back Benches attempts to demystify the world of New Zealand politics by bringing the beehive to the bar stools. It is politics with a pint! Back Benches delivers politics for real people in a format that is relaxed, funny and highly informative. It is a roller coaster ride of good-hearted foot-in-mouth moments from the country’s politicians, along with genuine insight into how they feel and think about the issues facing the country.