The New Statesman

1980s British tv sitcom

Alan B’Stard becomes new Conservative Member of the Parliament and his name is actually a giveaway - he has no morals, no scruples, no conscience, which makes him perfect for the job. At least that’s what he thinks.

The New Statesmen is another approach to show the British politics and is the only that was made in such way - while Yes Minister, The Thick of It or Absolute Power are kept real the character of Alan B’Stard and all his adventures are made way, way over-the-top and pushed to the limits of good taste. B’Stard has absolutely no morals or scruples, so he gets into every opportunity for perverse sex,
fraudulent income or abuse of power.

The series is not for everybody’s taste - it lacks the subtle touch of Yes Minister, the wit or sophistication of Absolute Power or the acting skills of Blackadder cast. It is simple humour presented in simple way.

Rating	6.8
Funny	7 / 10
Entertaining	4 / 5
Characters	3 / 5
Nonrepetitive	3 / 5