There appears to be a severe lack of enthusiasm for joining the EU in Britain though, I mean to *really* joining the EU. It looks like many people do want the advantages, but are unwilling to pay the price. Common market? Yes please! But European Court of Justice? Immigration from EU countries? ...

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When I say the politics will become increasingly obvious... I mean look at this. If you want to unite the left/centre and split the Tories, without a big spending committment there's no better option.

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In 1066 it would have taken William the Conqueror's army about 2 hours to march the 6.3 miles from Hastings to Battle, but today I managed to cover the same distance in almost half that time thanks to Southeastern trains.

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Is Andy Burnham the first prime minister in my lifetime who actually likes fiction and poetry? I feel quite moved to hear him talk with genuine enthusiasm about Tony Harrison’s V.

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I'm here for the Eartha Kitt photo.

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