Firebreakstarter
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10/19/20
•39m
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The First Minister of Wales, Mark Drakeford, tells us about his 'short, sharp, firebreak' lockdown. Laura and Chris join Adam for some riveting Brexit updates. And Emma Barnett tells us what living with the debilitating condition endometriosis is like.
Studio Director: Emma Crowe Producers: Jo Deahl and Natalie Ktena Editor: Dino Sofos
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Studio Director: Michael Regaard Producers: Ben Weisz, Frankie Tobi Assistant Editor: Emma Close
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