MPs were recalled to Westminster early on Saturday and passed an emergency legislation that allowed the UK government to seize control of British Steel, after its Chinese owner appeared to threaten closure. How did we get here? And why has steel-making in the UK become an issue of national security? 


Writer: Serena Cesareo


Producer: Casey Magloire


Host: Tomini Babs


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Executive Producer: Rebecca Moore



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