BBC Question Time: 23rd July 2009

Geoff Hoon (ZaNuLiebour) says the by-election in Norwich was a "perfect storm" for a governing party. Was made to squirm by Dumblebee when he pointed out there were issues with Hoon's expenses in the same way as there had been with Ian Gibson's - drawing a round of applause from the studio audience. Denied what many in the audience accused Labour of - sacrificing Ian Gibson because he had the gall to vote against the whips from time to time.
Our verdict: There were the expected ZaNuLiebour apparatchik moments, and others where he seemed to be somewhat embarrassed by his association - particularly when it came to the sacking of Ian Gibson. Made to look really poor by George Galloway. 4/12

Baroness Williams (LibDem) says Ian Gibson was a victim of scapegoating by both the Labour Party and the press. Said the health authorities had handled the swine flu issue well bar the delay to the phone line. Tried being a bit abrupt with Dumblebee when he was asking her a question and that did not come across at all well for her.
Our rating: Nope. She didn't do it for us last time she was on, didn't do it for us this time either. 3/12

Baroness Warsi (Conservative) said that we need a General Election. Criticised the delay in the provision of the 'swine flu' website and phone line. Condemned the shortage of critical beds in the NHS. She speaks very well, but does she convince?
Our rating: Speaks well, didn't annoy or arouse passion. 5/12

Clive James (Broadcaster) said that the idea Gormless is 'doomed' is crazy. Which was a grim thought from the man who blessed Britain with Margarita Pracatan. Said the expenses scandal had given the media the impression that they - the media - were in charge of the country rather than MPs. Which is odd, as we thought the country was being run by unelected bureaucrats in Brussels. However, after input from the audience, he put Geoff Hoon squarely on the spot over the sacking of Ian Gibson.
Our rating: Practan, I love you! 5/12

George Galloway (Respect) described Gormless as a "dead man walking" who will "stagger on" to their "worst election defeat since the 1930's". Very good soundbite when he asked "wouldn't it be good if this Parliament never came back?" and called for a General Election now. Said he is concerned about the "medically unqualified hysteria" in the media over 'swine flu'. Spoke with great passion to note that the gap between rich and poor after twelve years of Labour. Put Geoff Hoon on the spot rather nicely over 'terror' and the sale of arms.
Our rating: We really do not like George Galloway. No. We don't. But... ummm... not for the first time, we have to say he speaks with passion, conviction and great insight. His dig at Geoff Hoon over arms even induced applause in the Clock household. 9/12

This week's official show link:

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/programmes/question_time/8159009.stm