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06/04/2010

Gordon Brown announces the election. Victoria's live in Watford - a key battleground for the main parties. Listeners tell her what they want Britain to look like after the election.

Victoria is live in Watford - a key battleground for the main parties. Listeners tell her what they want Britain to look like after the election.

Includes coverage of Gordon Brown seeing the Queen and announcing the general election at Downing Street plus David Cameron launching his election campaign at County Hall.

Alan Johnson (Lab), Jeremy Hunt (Con) and Norman Lamb (Lib Dems) tell Victoria what the mood is like as the election campaign starts for real.

2 hours

Last on

Tue 6 Apr 2010 10:00

Chapters

  • The Conservative leader launches his campaign

    Standing in the shadow of Westminster Bridge, David Cameron pledges his future government, should the Tories win the election, will tackle the economic deficit and restore trust in politics.

    Duration: 08:44

  • Gordon Brown on fighting for a fourth Labour term

    The PM announces the dissolution of Parliament and the commencement of his general election campaign. He speaks about continuing to invest in public services and the ongoing fight against terrorism.

    Duration: 05:09

  • Victoria speaks to six Watford candidates

    On the day the general election is announced, Victoria speaks to six candidates planning to stand in Watford. She also hears from the Lib Dems' Norman Lamb and the Conservative's Jeremy Hunt.

    Duration: 36:59

  • Home Secretary Alan Johnson speaks to Victoria

    Home Secretary Alan Johnson speaks to Victoria about the election being called and why he thinks people should vote Labour on May 6th.

    Duration: 04:02

Broadcast

  • Tue 6 Apr 2010 10:00