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Magna Carta 15 June 1215

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On 15 June 1215, King John signed Magna Carta at Runnymede and it continues to be regarded as a cornerstone of democracy. But is it really? What is it, who wrote it, why and what does it really say? Sylvia recorded this interview with historian and lawyer, Geoff Holland, back in 2015, to commemorate the 800th anniversary of the document. Certainly worth another listen!