Boris Johnson: Britain’s undiplomatic new diplomat-in-chief (The Conversation) (video)


Within hours of taking office, the UK’s new prime minister Theresa May picked one of the most undiplomatic people in modern British politics to serve as the United Kingdom’s diplomat-in-chief. The surprise announcement that former London mayor Boris Johnson is … Continue reading

Andrea Leadsom, personal scrutiny and the pressures of modern British politics (The Conversation) (video)


Andrea Leadsom’s decision to withdraw from the Conservative Party leadership contest dramatically concluded the search for Britain’s next Prime Minister. But as Theresa May prepares to enter 10 Downing Street it’s worth reflecting on the levels of scrutiny now facing … Continue reading

David Cameron takes “a hell of a beating” at PMQ’s (video)


On the 23rd October, David Cameron had a “nightmare” PMQ’s according to BBC political editor Nick Robinson. Viewers of the Daily Politics overwhelmingly agreed. This blog has preserved the encounter for posterity. Related articles David Cameron Ignoring Ed Miliband’s Questions At … Continue reading

David Cameron ignoring Ed Miliband’s questions at PMQ’s is an affront to parliamentary democracy (video)


(Originally published 8th August 2013 – video has been upgraded) One of the cornerstones of our parliamentary democracy in the UK is that the Prime Minister is required to be accountable for the decisions of his government.  This accountability is, in part, … Continue reading