It's a big poll result - but I do wonder how far it's a reaction to Johnson. His govt has been particularly poor, and whilst I recognize that recent Tory govts don't give much cause fo… (View Post)

There's a big difference I think. Tier 3 is localized, circuit breaker (CB) is national. Tier 3 keeps pubs and bars open if they serve food. CB does not. Tier 3 keeps offices open. CB shuts all … (View Post)

I'm giving him the benefit of the doubt for the moment. I'm glad he has made this call. (View Post)

Well done Keir Starmer. This is leadership. It's also I suspect (may be wrong - normally am when guessing how things will play politically) smart politics. Crucially Keir needs to make it clear … (View Post)

The options we've tried aren't working though. And the longer we wait, the longer the lockdown needs to be. We need to reduce cases to the point that TTI can control the disease. What that … (View Post)