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: Amy Adams, David Garrett, Sue Kedgley and Clayton Cosgrove.
Speakers
Amy Adams (National MP)
David Garrett (ACT MP)
Sue Kedgley (Green MP)
Clayton Cosgrove (Labour MP)
Live Broadcast
No
Commercials
No
Primary Title
Back Benches
Date Broadcast
Wednesday 1 April 2009
Start Time
21 : 05
Finish Time
21 : 30
Duration
25:00
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.