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Yes, Minister, Series One (1986)

Yes, Minister and its sequel Yes, Prime Minister are British television shows that were broadcast between 1980 and 1988. All episodes were written by Antony Jay and Jonathan Lynn. more »

Sir Humphrey:
Bernard, what is the purpose of our defence policy?

Bernard:
To defend Britain.

Sir Humphrey:
No, Bernard. It is to make people believe Britain is defended.

Bernard:
The Russians?

Sir Humphrey:
Not the Russians, the British! The Russians know it's not.

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