Behind his languid exterior lay a man of unusual principle, to whom all Conservatives have cause to be grateful.
What we are witnessing right now is one of those magnificent moments in British political history; a great Tory pivot.
Coastal erosion threatens the site of the world’s first operational radar station.
“It is wonderful that you are releasing an album on March 17 to mark your 100th birthday. Why have you decided to do this?”
Our real interests derive from forging understandings and ties with countries which have traditionally considered themselves British in all but name.
Today we mark Holocaust Memorial Day.
“Let us renew the relationship that can lead the world towards the promise of freedom and prosperity marked out by those ordinary citizens 240 years ago.”
Our folk memory of World War Two is based as much in cinematic fiction as in real history. But that’s pretty hard to explain to our European neighbours.
Despite the significant Polish contributions over the generations, one will be hard pressed to find any commemoration of their efforts and sacrifice.
She had a profound impact on the ownership, focus and language of the debate about climate change and global warming.
An awesome responsibility will greet the eventual winner. The new Prime Minister must rise to the greatest national challenge since that which confronted Churchill.
They were our friends in times of war, and in times of peace – even trying and testing ones likes we have today – we must never forget it.
Brexit is unrivalled as a self-centred prescription.
We must follow the example of Beveridge, Butler and Willink.