Overview
- Trade minister Chris Bryant, booked to discuss the Employment Rights Bill, shifted into a festive anecdote about Brussels sprouts and pigs in blankets.
- Presenter Charlie Stayt twice intervened, saying "You have to stop talking about Brussels sprouts" and joking, "Can we please cut the minister off?"
- Bryant declared he was "completely and utterly in favour of Brussels sprouts" and said he prefers them roasted or with cranberries.
- Co-host Naga Munchetty laughed throughout and called it "one of the best answers from ministers we've had" as the segment ended.
- The exchange aired on BBC One on December 19 and was quickly reported by outlets including Bristol Live, the Mirror and the Manchester Evening News.