Jason Manford is to guest host Have I Got News For You for the first time  - this coming Friday 17th May.

 

Having appeared on the show once previously as a panellist in 2016, this is the comdian/presenter/actor's debut in the guest host's chair. 

 

On hosting for the first time, Manford said "Really chuffed to be hosting this legendary show that I used to watch as a teenager with my dad. Let’s hope it’s yet another fun week in the news! "

Episode 7 of the 67th series will be available from 9pm on Friday 17th May, on BBC One and BBC iPlayer. Alongside Jason Manford on the panel are the previously confirmed Jess Phillips MP and comedian Glenn Moore, who makes his first appearance on the programme.