On the Ashes, may I be permitted to give the definitive answer? Headingley 1981 was England's greatest victory, winning after following on. Edgbaston 2005 was the greatest match, the most nail-b… (View Post)

Yes, don't underestimate the malign influence of David Frost. If I were an EU negotiator, I wouldn't want anything to do with him. I suspect him being out of the way has been more important… (View Post)

Boris Johnson's response to the deal, when it comes, will have nothing whatsoever to do with the merits (or otherwise) of the deal. His response will be governed entirely by Machiavellian politi… (View Post)

I do hope today isn't like a typical Budget Day, with the frenetic rush to judgement. Everything in the garden looks rosy - until it gradually unravels over the next 48 hours. It does look promi… (View Post)

This is not just Any Old Deal. It's............ (View Post)