alex partridge there.nd peers spend all their time arguing with their political opponents. but there's one area of parliamentary activity notable for its cross—party harmony. we sent duncan smith to investigate. they exist for everything from cuba to cats, from shipbuilding to scotch whisky, and involve politicians of all political colours. hence the name all party parliamentary groups. but what do they actually do? well, to find out, i swapped the hustle and bustle of westminster for the more subdued atmosphere of a local sports bar, to speak to a member of the all party group on snooker. and to stage my own vintage—style tribute. neil gray says the cross—party aspect of these groups is important. it's a comfortable, more comfortable atmosphere to do that type of cross—party working than the more adversarial environments of select committees or the parliamentary chambers. also key, the dialogue between the politicians and the industry. that will allow the sport to flourish, the participation to continue t