3 Times Sir Humphrey Slipped Up | Yes, Prime Minister | BBC Comedy Greats

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Humphrey enters Number 10 despite security measures and causes commotion, leading to changes in security protocols. The Prime Minister questions Humphrey's competence after a security inquiry and radio interview reveal concerning information.

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  • Despite explicit instructions, Humphrey managed to enter Number 10 due to his size and inability to be stopped, causing a security breach.
  • The security inquiry following the commotion at Number 10 revealed a former colleague as a Russian spy, raising concerns about internal security and prompting a reassessment of competence within the government.

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  • Why was Humphrey allowed to enter despite instructions?

    Humphrey was allowed in because he was bigger and couldn't be stopped.

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Summary

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Security breach at Number 10 Downing Street

  • Humphrey was allowed to enter despite explicit instructions not to let him in because he is bigger and couldn't be stopped.
  • Bernard is instructed to confine Humphrey to the cabinet office by locking the communicating door, but Humphrey has a key.
  • The Prime Minister authorizes Bernard to take Humphrey's key away, but Bernard is unsure if he can do it.
  • Bernard is given the sole power to have access to the Prime Minister, but he is hesitant to take Humphrey's key away.
  • Humphrey manages to enter Number 10 despite security measures, causing a commotion.
  • The Prime Minister demands all keys be brought to him and orders the locks to be changed.
  • Humphrey, the Cabinet Secretary, is denied entry due to new security instructions.
  • A security inquiry reveals that Sir John Halstead, a former colleague, was a Russian spy, causing concern.
  • The Prime Minister questions Humphrey's handling of the security inquiry and contemplates his competence.
  • A radio interview reveals Humphrey's candid views on unemployment, leading to potential blackmail and a need for damage control.
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