Title

John Smith returns to politics after heart attack

Genre

Interview

TX Date

23 Jan 1989

Year of production

1989

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Duration

00:03:04

Description

Richard Bestic interviews shadow Chancellor John Smith about his return to the Commons following a four month break forced on him by a serious heart attack. He says he had time to reflect on politics and is ready to take on Chancellor Nigel Lawson and re-enter the fray. He has lost nearly 3 stone during his time off and talks about getting new suits.

Contributors

Richard Bestic; John Smith

Keywords

Politics; Health; Economics; Nigel Lawson; Heart arrest

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