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392. The Prime Minister Who Cried Brexit

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Theatrics and Accountability in PMQs

This chapter explores the tradition of Prime Minister's Questions in the UK, where the Prime Minister faces real-time inquiries from Commons members, emphasizing its role as a moment of accountability. It balances the theatrical aspects of the session against practical implications for government communication and policy implementation. The discussions also touch on the complexities surrounding Brexit and the overall political climate, highlighting the challenges of translating ideas into action and the human impact of these processes.

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