Cameron corrects an error

David Cameron’s decision to move Dominic Grieve from Home to Justice shows that he is capable of rectifying his own mistakes, an important quality for leader. Grieve was appointed in a panic, in an effort to shut down the story when David Davis resigned over 42 days. It was apparent at the time that Grieve was not the man for the job; Nick Herbert would have been a far better pick.

Chris Grayling will bring his phenomenal work-rate to the job. The Home Office is still not fit for purpose and one can be certain that Grayling will be terrier-like in uncovering scandals. However, Grayling will have to avoid acting up to Tory stereotypes. Grayling will also have to be prepared for a fight on the ECHR in government. Grieve has infamously threatened to resign over the issue and Ken Clarke is a supporter of it, but securing various opt-outs, and if necessary leaving, is crucial to serious criminal justice reform.