Seems consistent with resigning on a point of principle rather than to maximise damage to the government. Fair play. I can't imagine people will be queueing up to replace her. The job will just … (View Post)

It's fascinating the difference between Trump's and Musk's views of the UK and Starmer. I'm not sure it'll have any impact on Trump's decision making. But at this stage … (View Post)

Agreed completely. Tariffs are game theory. If you give others a free option to impose tariffs on you with no response, then you are also saying they can increase them further with no response. It al… (View Post)

They said the same with Canada. Trump only responds to strength. The EU will have to respond, but will be more targeted in its approach (e.g. higher than 25% tariffs on a subset of more easily substi… (View Post)

I am happy with the proposed cut to international aid, but would have also been happy with additional tax rises or other spending cuts. Xp on income tax (or on certain bands) would be fine with me an… (View Post)