Candidate selection - how political parties select MPs

Those bidding to be an MP for the main parties have to apply in writing, sit interviews and possibly make it on to a list if they want to climb the greasy pole all the way to Westminster.

Adam Fleming spoke to Prof Jo Silvester of Cass Business School and consultant Peter Botting on the journey from prospective Parliamentary candidate to MP.

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