I wonder how historians will view the forthcoming Battle of Clacton. That will depend, in part – though far from entirely – on the outcome. The outcome will be viewed entirely in terms of Nigel Farage: does he remain in the House of Commons or not, and what does that tell us about Reform UK […]
Day: 14 July 2026
Why merit, not identity, should decide who enters parliament
FOR YEARS I HAVE USED the word parvenu when talking about modern politicians. Some people think it’s simply another way of saying someone comes from a humble background. It isn’t. Britain has always produced excellent politicians from ordinary families. Clement Attlee, Margaret Thatcher, John Major and the late Ann Widdecombe all proved that where you […]