Andrew Gimson’s PMQs sketch: Starmer hits out at the Oxford Union, and ostriches, but misses Johnson

All concerned were anxious to declare in the clearest possible terms that they and their colleagues oppose sexism and misogyny.

Andrew Gimson’s Commons sketch: Two Puritans condemn Christmas parties

Outside Westminster Hall, a baffled group of tourists noticed Oliver Cromwell giving a nod of approval.

Andrew Gimson’s PMQs sketch: The Prisoner of Chequers sounds fine but does not look well

He was placed under no real pressure by the Leader of the Opposition, whose questions were far too long.

Andrew Gimson’s PMQs sketch: This highlight of the parliamentary week is dying from long-windedness

The questions are posed with a ponderousness that recalls Polonius as his most sententious: too much evidence, too little wit.

Andrew Gimson’s PMQs sketch: Cameron benefits from the admission that he is a toff

The Prime Minister dominated a House stilled by death