Did Blair want Straw to be his replacement as PM?
According to Jack Straw’s new book, Blair may well have wanted Straw to challenge Brown: “On two occasions…
Gordon Brown
George Osborne booed at the Paralympics – while Gordon Brown is cheered
If you haven’t seen it yet, here’s how George Osborne’s embarrassment unfolded: And a good spot by Political…
GB makes the case for Team GB
The battle to claim the Olympics for the “Better Together” campaign has begun, with Gordon Brown saying: “The…
Cameron’s downward spiral (or how Dave began to look like Gordon)
By Mark Ferguson and Marcus Roberts A dangerous germ of an idea is now in the Tory body…
Five years ago today…
First this… And then this…
Brown on Murdoch evidence “This conversation never took place”
The Tories need a new Darling
It’s becoming more obvious now. The wayward curls, the sagging jowls, the general air of world-weariness and dogged…
Gordon Brown responds to Murdoch allegations
Today Rupert Murdoch alleged at the Leveson enquiry that Gordon Brown declared war on News International. In a statement…
Do we want Britain to be symbolised by Adam Werrity or by Channel 4 News?
Last month I was proud to nominate Channel 4 News for the Nobel Peace Prize. Their astonishing documentary,…
Gordon Brown slams Greek bailout – and warns Europe over austerity
In an article for the Washington Post entitled “Europe’s shortsighted response to a worsening fiscal reality“, Gordon Brown…
