Labour MP’s video ‘most embarrassing of all time’

AT first glance, a short video that introduces visitors to a Labour MP’s website does not sound like a source of mirth.

A video made to introduce Labour MP Brian Donohoe's constituents to his website has been called 'embarrassing'. Picture: YouTube

But a 46-second clip of Brian Donohoe, the Labour MP for Central Ayrshire, has attracted ridicule for being “cringey” and “embarrassing” because it appears to instruct constituents on how to use a website.

The footage uploaded onto YouTube by an anonymous user is titled “The most embarrassing MP of all time!! [sic]”

Filmed in Westminster by the banks of the Thames, Mr Donohoe explains that “it’s good to be able to communicate with people in the modern age, which is what I intend to do,” before adding “that’s why I’ve set up this website, which I think you’ll find of some interest.”

A video made to introduce Labour MP Brian Donohoe's constituents to his website has been called 'embarrassing'. Picture: YouTube

Later in the clip, he implores visitors to “explore the site. Take in the content. Examine it in detail. Come back another day and check it again.”

Twitter user ‏@ajwooff asked: “The most embarrassing MP video yet? Brian Donohoe explains how websites work.”

Another comment on the social network, posted by @juux, said: “Labour MP Brian Donohoe introduces his new website. Cringey beyond cringe.”

The website, briandonohoemp.co.uk, has also attracted criticism, with Twitter user @roseneath_rd commenting: “Brian Donohoe MP likes graphics. He discovered clipart and just can’t stop.”

Only @nataliemcgarry appeared to offer some sympathy, saying: “Aargh that “modern age” Brian Donohoe video is everywhere again. I actually feel sorry for him.”

Mr Donohoe was embroiled in the MPs expenses scandal revelations in 2009 after it was revealed he had spent thousands of pounds on furniture for a second home in London, and had claimed £75 over the maximum allowed amount in the process.