David Heath - had he been on the cider?

An insight into the well-spun world of modern politics.

I wasn't too excited by the budget, but pricked up my ears on hearing that duty on cider was rising.

It was bound to stir up MPs who represent Somerset with its many cider orchards.

I didn't have long to wait: the first press release pinged into my inbox at 2.41pm.

David Heath of Somerton and Frome had apparently told the Commons of his indignation at this "vicious attack".

Except he hadn't.

His office had jumped the gun.

The time it took until fantasy turned into reality: three hours.

A bit of a muddle.

Maybe it was something he had at lunch...