Our message to Williamson’s allies: grow up

And we will have one for Hammond, for what it’s worth, if the armed forces are refused further cash that they need.

Elvis is alive. Putin bosses Legatum. The EU referendum was stolen. And other exercises in denial.

A small proportion of those who voted Remain are simply unable to move on from the referendum result – and taking refuge in conspiracy theory.

A Mañana Budget?

Given the resistance of Tory MPs to spending cuts and tax rises, Hammond’s easiest course would be to push any into the future. But this wouldn’t be problem-free…

Jacob Rees-Mogg tops our Next Tory Leader survey of Party members

In the absence of anyone that party members find convincing, he is the beneficiary of a protest vote – boosted by an element of media hype.

Inflammatory language, noble aims. Javid prepares to battle for more home ownership and social justice.

One mustn’t believe everything one reads in the papers…but an official accuses Tory council leaders of lying and selfishness.

The future may or may not be bright. But either way, the future’s Brexit.

For all the chatter about the Customs Union, leaving the EU in full is still on course. But May’s bungled election has raised the chances of a disorderly outcome.

Courage means sacrifices. May pays a price for her social care plan in today’s opinion polls.

None the less, a fall in the Conservative poll lead is not unhelpful to Downing Street and CCHQ at this stage of the campaign.

In defence of Edward Heath

It isn’t necessary to be one of his supporters to believe that it is time for Wiltshire Police to put up or shut up.

Conservative Friends of Israel – less influential than claimed

Both the organisation and its critics have a mutual interest in suggesting otherwise.

The May v the Lobby trial of strength

Today’s Mail on Sunday splash can be read as part of a wider message to Downing Street: “give us some stories – or else”.

May needs fixers

The combination of a small majority, radical intent, a flow of power one way to Cabinet Ministers and another to key aides requires adjustment.

Osborne’s trap for Boris

Liam Fox today comes out for Leave. In the meanwhile, the Mayor has his own decision to make, and what looks like a snare set before his feet…

Iain Dale: Why I suspect the CCHQ inquiry into the Mark Clarke claims may be a cover-up

Plus: Military strikes against Syria now. And: Maria Eagle should tell Corbyn to stuff his job. So should Kevan Jones.

The Legard inquiry into the Mark Clarke allegations must publish findings

Without a report, closure won’t happen. The claims will simply get bigger and louder.