Victorian Masterpiece
A look at the structure of Westminster after it was rebuilt in the 19th century following a fire. This edition contains unprecedented access to the building, including Margaret Thatcher giving a tour of the Prime Minister's meeting room.
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Order, Order

Wed, Nov 30, 1983
A look at the Speaker of the Parliament, a role which is only below the Prime Minister and Lord President of the Council in precedence of all the Commoners in the Kingdom.
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The House of Peers
Behind the scenes access to party meetings in Westminster, with a focus on the organisation of the House of Peers, and their role within Parliament.
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The Business of the House
The process of how laws are made is studied, including the first time a meeting of Government Whips is allowed to be filmed.
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People of the Palace
The final episode in the series looks at the 2000 people who ensure the day-to-day running of Parliament, including lawyers, cooks, cleaners and those who maintain the rarely-seen cellars.
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