UK Politics

The Queen’s absence serves as a reminder of the enduring importance of the monarchy

The Queen’s speech revealed a government failing to protect free expression

Can Northern Irish politics evolve beyond nationalism and republicanism?

Will new laws to combat foreign espionage inhibit public interest journalism?

The local elections reveal a bitter demographic conflict

Like Margaret Thatcher, Tony Blair won big in enemy territory. Can Starmer do the same? 

How to end up a happy ex-prime minister

The vulnerable need our support, not lethal drugs

Soaring inflation means the Chancellor can avoid an unpopular tax hike