Have i got news for you 2017

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Here's a recap of the 52nd series of "Have I Got News for You" (2017):

Host: Alexander Armstrong (replacing Ian Hislop, who was hosting the show for 25 years)

Regular Panelists:

  1. Ian Hislop (returning as a regular panelist)
  2. Paul Merton (returning as a regular panelist)
  3. Jo Brand (joined the show as a regular panelist)
  4. James Acaster (joined the show as a regular panelist)

Guest Panelists:

  1. Katherine Ryan (Episode 1)
  2. Richard Osman (Episode 2)
  3. Jon Richardson (Episode 3)
  4. Sara Pascoe (Episode 4)
  5. Russell Kane (Episode 5)
  6. Lucy Porter (Episode 6)
  7. Mark Steel (Episode 7)
  8. Susan Calman (Episode 8)
  9. Ed Gamble (Episode 9)
  10. Rosie Jones (Episode 10)
  11. Lloyd Langford (Episode 11)
  12. Desiree Burch (Episode 12)

Episode Highlights:

  1. The series kicked off with a hilarious discussion about the Grenfell Tower fire and the subsequent government response.
  2. Ian Hislop and Paul Merton engaged in a heated debate about the merits of the UK's National Health Service (NHS).
  3. Jo Brand and James Acaster had a laugh about the controversy surrounding the BBC's handling of the Sir Cliff Richard sex abuse allegations.
  4. Katherine Ryan and Richard Osman discussed the rise of veganism and the ethics of eating meat.

Notable Moments:

  1. Alexander Armstrong's dry wit and humor quickly won over fans, and he became a popular host.
  2. Ian Hislop and Paul Merton continued their long-standing banter and witty exchanges.
  3. Jo Brand and James Acaster brought a fresh perspective to the show, with their humor and insights.
  4. The series tackled a range of topics, from politics and current events to pop culture and social issues.

Overall, the 2017 series of "Have I Got News for You" was a great mix of humor, wit, and insightful commentary on the news of the day.