The Commonwealth

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Hangover from the Empire or brand new post-Brexit opportunity? It began as a consolation prize to the British for the loss of its Empire. Now the Commonwealth (no longer "British") covers a third of the world's population, a quarter of the world's land mass and 53 countries - with still more in the queue to join. (how very British). Imperial relic? Post Brexit Trade network? Fomenter of western ideas? What is the point of the Commonwealth? Quentin Letts' guests include Ambassador Abdul Minty - former chair of the anti-apartheid movement - on the Commonwealth's role in ending apartheid, and new Secretary General Patricia Scotland on the challenges facing her as she begins her term of office. Producer: Rosie Dawson.