S29·E20 The DPP
Synopsis
Sir Thomas Hetherington is the Director of Public Prosecutions, the man who has to decide whether to prosecute in important or difficult cases, which charges to lay and whether it is in the 'public interest' to do so. He makes crucial decisions in the areas of obscenity, race relations and criminal justice. Robin Day talks to the DPP about accountability, his professional role and some of the hotly-debated decisions he has made.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did Season 29 Episode 20 of Panorama air?
Season 29, Episode 20 ('The DPP') originally aired on June 8, 1981.
How long is Season 29 Episode 20 ('The DPP')?
The episode follows the standard broadcast runtime for Panorama.
What happens in Panorama Season 29 Episode 20?
Sir Thomas Hetherington is the Director of Public Prosecutions, the man who has to decide whether to prosecute in important or difficult cases, which charges to lay and whether it is in the 'public interest' to do so. He makes crucial decisions in the areas of obscenity, race relations and criminal ...
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