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This episode of Politics Without the Boring Bits is sponsored by BT, because BT means business.

B.T knows that businesses come in many shapes, sizes, and guises, from the person just starting out at their kitchen table

to the biggest employer, which is why no matter what line of work you're in, they've got your

back to help you succeed and do what you do best.

No doubt connectivity is a must in Westminster and

it certainly helped us to get this episode created and distributed to you

listening right now. BT already connects more than 1 million businesses and public sector organizations,

offering secure and reliable connectivity.

Nearly three quarters of people running a business or side hustle feel they couldn't do so

without reliable broadband and mobile connectivity.

That's why having connectivity you can count on is a must for business,

whether it be facilitating multiple devices being connected at once,

or making team calls or guest

Wi-Fi access for customers. BT's connectivity helps keep you and

your customers happy.

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