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Mar 2019
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John McDonnell, Caroline Flint & Rory St...

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After Labour shifted its position to back a second referendum, Sophy speaks to Shadow Chancellor John McDonnell and Labour MP Caroline Flint. Plus Justice Minister Rory Stewart explains whether the government will support a delay to Brexit if its deal is defeated. 
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