Mick Hartley

Amusing letter from Andrew Lloyd Webber in today's Sunday Times:

Have any political pundits considered the following scenario (offered with apologies to Mel Brooks and The Producers)? A prime minister wishes to lose an election to pursue a far more lucrative career elsewhere. The PM contrives an unelectable case for his or her party; MPs refuse to stand in droves; a dreadful campaign ensues; a totally unacceptable manifesto is announced. But just as a triumphant disaster is inevitable, the electorate warms to the appalling scenario. A landslide victory follows, with the prime minister lamenting: “Where did we go right?”

The Normandy D-Day farrago would certainly support the idea that Sunak wants out, and will go to any lengths to ensure failure. On the other hand – toxic Keir Starmer…