Why Boris Johnson’s Sunday statement is a conveniently timed press exercise.
For the government, a Sunday announcement has several advantages, many of them to do with the news agenda. [Read now...]
Coronavirus: The tactics we will see as Boris Johnson seeks to avoid blame.
After dealing with the initial health crisis, Boris Johnson must find a narrative that puts his team in a good light. [Read now...]
Boris Johnson in hospital: What this means for governance of the UK.
The UK doesn’t have a set back-up plan when a prime minister is unwell, but there are clear procedures in place. [Read now...]
Boris Johnson is in intensive care, so who is in charge in the UK?
To understand what is going on, it helps to look back at past leaders and their first secretaries. [Read now...]
Boris Johnson’s coronavirus diagnosis: What history teaches us about prime ministers and illness.
The particulars of the British political system come into play at times like these. [Read now...]
Who governs when Boris Johnson tests positive for coronavirus?
The prime minister has a crucial role to play in coordinating and communicating the government’s overall response to the pandemic but other ministers also have crucial roles. [Read now...]
Boris Johnson, take a stand.
Ellie Cooper reveals on Twitter how scared she feels because of the language which is being used in Parliament and the need for decency and compassion before it goes too far. [Read now...]
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