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For whom the Division Bell Tolled

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Michael Portillo explores the history of one of Westminster's most curious institutions, the backbench MP

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For whom the Division Bell Tolled - Episode 1

Michael Portillo explores the history of one of Westminster's most curious institutions, the backbench MP. He looks at rebellions by MPs who have refused to toe the party line.

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For whom the Division Bell Tolled - Episode 2

Michael Portillo explores the history of one of Westminster's most curious institutions, the backbench MP. He recalls the good and noble works of backbenchers from the past.

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For whom the Division Bell Tolled - Episode 3

Michael Portillo explores the history of the backbench MP. He attempts to find out whether backbenchers always been more interested in keeping their job than changing the world.

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