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49. You've Got A Friend In Iain

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Iain and Tessa return for more - this time it's mainly questions! Questions on Iain being 'soft' on Sturgeon, dating people with different politics, whether Iain and Tessa are friends and more!

Send your questions and voice notes to 07557 187929 or wherepoliticsmeetshistory@global.com.

Stay connected with us on Instagram @WherePoliticsMeetsHistory and on X @WherePolitics. You can also follow @IainDale and @DrTessaDunlop.

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