And contrary to Johnson’s figure of speech, we haven’t yet reached the mountain peak. The difficult part of the climb is only just beginning.
Whereas other countries, such as Israel and Australia, implemented travel bans mid-March, the country is only following now.
The Prime Minister has room and time to get the new policy right – at least as far as most Party members are concerned.
When Starmer tried to cross-examine him in order to produce clarity, Johnson simply refused to engage.
They seem no less relevant this morning than they were yesterday – and are unlikely to be answered this afternoon.
The ’22 Executive has been pushing for a faster end to lockdown, and many Tory MPs agree. But they’re more likely to follow public opinion than lead it.
The proposals he will announce this evening can’t simply be taken on trust by voters.
It is absurd and demeaning that we depend on Hancock, or on anyone in London, for the supply of hospital gowns.
The political logic of the Prime Minister’s choice is solid enough. But we’re past the stage where his Sunday statement can simply be taken on trust.
Both sides must recognise that the Corporation as a whole can be performing well whilst its political coverage alienates Conservatives.
Trying to decipher which Government has been “best” and “worst” at handling the crisis is a tricky endeavour.
Starmer obliged the Prime Minister to take him seriously: something Corbyn never achieved.
But overall the air goes out of the scores a little, with Hancock and Patel recording significant falls. Raab bucks the trend and regains the podium.
Technologically and culturally, the Asian country is a very different place – and it launched its programme before the virus could take root.
Four in five of our party member respondents say yes. Hunt is top choice to come in from outside – but there’s no strong support for any non-member.