The Northern Ireland Office deserves Johnson’s serious attention

He must not repeat May’s mistake of using it as a holding pen for loyal colleagues. From combating terrorism to countering nationalist spin, the role is crucial.

Brexit, the backstop, Anglo-Irish relations – and learning from Burke

We need a new strategic partnership with Ireland. At the moment, that end seems endlessly remote.

Use of the Caine

The significance of the Northern Ireland SpAd’s tweet lies less in its content than its author – and that it has been issued at all.

Cameron’s resignation list. Our quick quiz answers.

Which former aide turned down a peerage? See text (and picture left).

Cameron’s resignation peerages and honours list

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Jonathan Caine: The Price of Peace

Jonathan Caine, a former adviser on Northern Ireland to the Conservative Party in both government and opposition and now a… Read more »