A child’s purpose Sir: Rachel Johnson (‘When did you last see your children?’, 14 June) paints a thoroughly depressing picture of modern parenting. I urge anyone contemplating breeding to bear in mind these few simple truths. First, having a child is the biggest responsibility you ever undertake and should be the most rewarding one. Second,
Until his astonishing resignation from the Commons last week, the prospect of David Davis as the next Home Secretary was one of the foremost attractions of a new Conservative government. On a range of issues from prison policy and police bureaucracy to managed migration and juvenile crime, Mr Davis’s instincts have long been excellent. Since
Some highlights of the week on Spectator.co.uk: Spectator Live is launched. Andrew Neil thinks that Britain has lost out from the Home Office’s decision not to let Martha Stewart into the country. Fraser Nelson outlines his take on the David Davis story, and pays tribute to Scottish alcohol adverts. James Forsyth suggests that the
Just a reminder about latest feature on the site – Spectator Live. You can access it via the ‘Live’ tab at the top of the page, or by going to new.spectator.co.uk/live. It’s a roundup of all the latest blog posts from across Spectator.co.uk, and the best place to keep up-to-date with all the views and analysis from
Just a reminder about latest feature on the site – Spectator Live. You can access it via the ‘Live’ tab at the top of the page, or by going to new.spectator.co.uk/live. It’s a roundup of all the latest blog posts from across Spectator.co.uk, and the best place to keep up-to-date with all the views and analysis from
Over on Trading Floor, we’re running a Q&A with the economic forecaster Graham Turner. Graham has recently written a book on the credit crunch, so please do put your questions to him on that topic or on other matters economic. He’ll be responding on 23rd June. And don’t forget the Coffee House Q&A with David
We’ve added a new feature to the site – Spectator Live. You can access it via the ‘Live’ tab at the top of the page, or by going to new.spectator.co.uk/live. It’s a roundup of all the latest blog posts from across Spectator.co.uk, and the best place to keep up-to-date with all the views and analysis
…here are some of the posts made over the weekend on Spectator.co.uk Coffee House is looking for interns. James Forsyth sets a Coffee House challenge, and says the Tories should accuse Brown of perpetrating a fraud against the public. Fraser Nelson discovers whether David Davis’ actions are unprecedented. Peter Hoskin wonders whether Brown realises that
42 days Sir: Thank goodness for Matthew d’Ancona’s clarity of mind on 42-day detention (‘Jacqui Smith’s vote of confidence’, 7 June). People who want to be provoked will always find an excuse. If they are subtle, they will manufacture a grievance based on an issue about which their sworn enemies disagree — and then exploit
Coffee House is offering internships to students and recent graduates. Successful applicants will be able to write for Coffee House, work on the website, and experience behind-the-scenes life here at The Spectator. For more information contact phoskin @ spectator.co.uk
‘What gets me,’ said David Cameron in a speech to the CBI last November, ‘is the deliberate extravagance committed by the people at the top of the government machine, the administrators and managers and quangocrats who administer public money.’ He went on to name Home Office officials who had blown £800,000 on taxis in a
Some highlights of the week on Spectator.co.uk: David Davis is taking CoffeeHousers’ questions. Ruth Dudley Edwards responds to the No campaign’s victory in the Irish referendum, Neil O’Brien gives his thoughts on the referendum result. Fraser Nelson outlines the passion of David Davis, and watches Brown struggle through his latest press conference. James Forsyth picks up on
Don’t forget to check out the responses – from across Spectator.co.uk – to the events of the past few days. Both Stephen Pollard and Melanie Phillips are sceptical about David Davis’ actions. Whilst Clive Davis remains in the “‘don’t know’ camp” on 42-day detention. Also, over on Trading Floor, Tim Worstall gives his thoughts on the No campaign’s
We’ve just uploaded a new set of culture picks from our arts editor, Liz Anderson. You can access them here.
Over at Trading Floor, Michael Millar reports on the chief executive of Gazprom’s prediction that oil prices will keep rising until they hit $250 per barrel.
Over at Trading Floor, Fraser wonders why the Government won’t tighten its belt when the rest of the country is being forced to.
Here are some posts made over the weekend on Spectator.co.uk: James Forsyth identifies the most worrying Tory sleaze story so far, and highlights a new poll which shows that the public back the Tories on national secutiry. Peter Hoskin reports on the recent Tory expenses scandals, and points out Jack Straw’s less-than-kind words about Gordon
Poppy appeal Sir: Fraser Nelson’s article accurately outlines the urgent need to implement an alternative counter-narcotics policy in Afghanistan (‘The precarious peace in Helmand’, 28 May). Helmand province now cultivates half of Afghanistan’s opium in a country which accounts for 93 per cent of the global illegal opium market. A significant element of the current
The man who four short years ago addressed the Democratic party convention as a little-known state senator from Illinois will do so this August as his party’s nominee for president. It is the most rapid rise in the history of the Republic: not bad for the son of a Kenyan goat herder. Barack Obama’s ascent
Some highlights of the week on Spectator.co.uk: James Forsyth wonders whether Nick Clegg is about to perform a left turn, and claims that Sir Richard Dannat is right to be concerned about the pay that servicemen receive. Fraser Nelson thinks the economy points to a two term Tory government, and points out the truth behind Brown’s