Ian hislop's liz truss swipe met with silence in awkward moment

Have I Got News For You hosts Ian Hislop, 62, and Paul Merton, 65, caught up with Alex Jones and Roman Kemp on The One Show, where they answered a series of questions about the show

following the return of its 64th series. During the chat, presenter Alex asked the pair how the show worked and if parts were scripted. Ian joked that they had the script three months prior

to shows and just simply read it out. Giving a more serious answer, Paul explained that they had an idea of what's coming up, but that it was pretty much just up to them after that.

Following this, Ian couldn't resist taking a swipe at new Prime Minister Liz Truss, who replaced Boris Johnson earlier this month. On the back of Paul's comment, he added:

"Except if something bizarre happens like Liz Truss becoming Prime Minister then you're on your own." READ MORE: Prince Harry's move may 'cause irrevocable

harm' to Sussex plans Despite this, Paul said he is a "very good actor" who "delivered lines like he knew who he was talking about". His co-star went on to tell the

hosts that William got the show into "incredible trouble" over comments he made about Ilfracombe. After misprouncing the name of the Devon town, guest Charlie Brooker said he made

it sound "deeply sexual". In response, he said: "The place is laced with prostitution."