Newscast Newbie MPs First Christmas
Dec 20, 2024
Join newly-elected MPs Rosie Wrighting, a former retail worker, Ben Obese-Jecty, a military veteran and financial expert, and Pippa Heylings, a climate advocate and mediator. They share quirky insights about Kettering's pronunciation and Huntingdon's history. The discussion touches on navigating parliamentary dynamics, the challenges for women MPs in the digital age, and the balance between political duties and holiday cheer. With humorous anecdotes about Christmas cards, these fresh voices bring a lighthearted take on serious political journeys.
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Huntingdon's Heritage
- Ben Obese-Jecty, Conservative MP for Huntingdon, shared information about his constituency's history and famous figures.
- He mentioned Oliver Cromwell, Sir John Major, and the Earl of Sandwich, inventor of the sandwich.
Kettering and Acaster
- Rosie Wrighting, Labour MP for Kettering, discussed her constituency and background.
- She highlighted the frequent mispronunciation of Kettering and her encounters with James Acaster.
South Cambridgeshire's "Golden Donut"
- Pippa Heylings, Lib Dem MP for South Cambridgeshire, described her constituency as a "golden donut" due to its political makeup.
- She highlighted the area's significant biomedical research community and its contributions to COVID-19 research.