The Thick of It — Series 3
Step behind the scenes and into the chaotic heart of Westminster with this darkly comedic series from the brilliant mind of Armando Iannucci. When hapless Nicola Murray unexpectedly inherits a ministerial position – one everyone actively avoids – she’s plunged headfirst into a world of ruthless ambition, baffling bureaucracy, and exquisitely awkward political maneuvering. Prepare for sharp wit and biting satire as you witness the absurd realities unfolding within the halls of British government.
With every other candidate declining, the Department of Social Affairs and Citizenship was left with no recourse but to champion Nicola Murry, an unproven figure, for the Cabinet. The potential drawbacks were considerable: she was fiercely …
A week into the role, the new Secretary of State for Social Affairs and Citizenship already finds herself the subject of intense scrutiny. Whispers circulate about her tenure, and a fresh crisis has erupted within her department. A complete…
The room offered little comfort: a laptop, printer, and a diminutive kettle were the only amenities in a hotel room where Amelia and Olly wrestled with her speech for the upcoming party conference. Progress was proving elusive. But Glenn ha…
The staff at DoSAC were making preparations for a visit from Shadow Minister Peter Mannion. For Mannion and his team, this informal briefing before the election offered a chance to assess the quality of new curtains. Terri Coverley accordin…
The invitation arrived for DoSAC minister Nicola Murray MP and her shadow, Peter Mannion MP: a debate on Richard Bacon's late-night phone-in, broadcast on BBC Radio 5Live. Malcolm Tucker, Director of Communications, and opposition PR guru S…
The Prime Minister was in Spain, attending a summit. Back in London, Malcolm Tucker found himself unexpectedly alone at Number 10, tasked with keeping things running. It was a precarious situation, akin to holding a dam back with his bare h…
The campaign demanded a prominent face, and the team was in a frantic search for a major sports figure to embody DoSAC’s new initiative. Malcolm, however, was unreachable, enjoying a rare respite from his duties. They turned instead to St…
Malcolm Tucker was reportedly dwindling in both resources and allies, perhaps having overextended himself with Steve Fleming. But when assistance materialized from an unexpected quarter, Malcolm began to meticulously construct his most elab…
