A political play highlighting the role of the Whips in parliament is the next offering from the Macclesfield Amateur Dramatic Society (MADS).

Whipping It Up, by Steve Thompson, tells the story of Tory whips have their work cut out as they work to quash a rebellion and make ensure MPs toe the party line. The comedy has been described as a cross between Yes Minister and The Thick of it.

Whipping It Up is running from December 2 to 7 at the MADS theatre on Lord Street.

Tickets are £8 (£7 on Mondays) with concessions available on Tuesdays and Wednesdays for OAPs and under-16s.

To book call the box office on 01625 611974 or madstheatre/ticketsource.co.uk