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 MPs are: Trevor Mallard, Asenati Lole-Taylor and Tau Henare.
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Finish 0 : 59 : 30
Duration 59 : 30
Speakers
Trevor Mallard (MP, Labour Party)
Asenati Lole-Taylor (MP, NZ First Party)
Tau Henare (MP, National Party)
Live Broadcast
Yes
Commercials
No
Primary Title
Back Benches
Date Broadcast
Wednesday 21 August 2013
Start Time
22 : 30
Finish Time
23 : 30
Duration
60:00
Channel
Prime
Broadcaster
Prime Television
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.