Fringe preview: Gyles Brandreth

There aren't many entertainers who make the transition from MP to comedian! William Gadsby Peet discusses politics and passwords with Gyles Brandreth

[Editor's Note: The answers to these questions arrived in my inbox all in capital letters. I'm not sure if Mr Brandreth accidentally hit the caps lock on his computer, or if he is hoping every response will be read as if SHOUTED. Either way, I have put them back in to normal typeface and left the decision up to our lovely readers.]

  • What have you enjoyed more, your career as an MP or your career as an entertainer?

I am always happy doing whatever I am doing at the time. Being an MP and being an entertainer are quite similar. If they don’t like you as an MP, they can vote you out. If they don’t like you as an entertainer, they won’t book for your show. I never have an interval at my shows. I don’t dare give people the chance to leave halfway through.

  • What do you think of the current British political landscape, is Theresa May doing a good job?

Come to my show – it's a totally Brexit-free zone!

  • Funniest thing you saw during your time in office?

Well, I was the person who noticed the empty plinth in Trafalgar Square when I was an MP and I got something put on it. At the moment it’s a thumbs-up sign – not very funny, I agree, but I like seeing it there.

  • What did you think of the royal wedding?

Loved it. Loved them being so loved up.

  • If you were made supreme leader of the world tomorrow, what is the first thing you would change?

Two things: I’d abolish all passwords. I cannot face learning another password. I’m all passworded out. And 2: I’d make Guildford the capital of the world. Is there anywhere more civilised? I don’t think so.

Gyles Brandreth performs his Break A Leg! show twice at the Guildhall on July 25. For more information and to book tickets (£18), visit: guildfordfringefestival.com

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