Our top ten picks of the week

How long before Labour falls to third place in the polls?

Harry Phibbs

“A detailed and radical policy programme could help the Conservatives restore credibility with their erstwhile supporters.”

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If the Tory Party is to stay relevant, people like Rory Stewart should never be allowed to stand for it

Owen Matthews

“A revitalised Tory Party requires us to rally together behind core Conservative values: family, free markets, strong borders, and cultural confidence. No more entryists like Stewart, with his Oxford don airs and liberal lollygagging.”

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If two Tory tribes go to war, a point may be all that they can score

Giles Dilnot

‘What do the numbers say? They are the modern equivalent of omens, or reading entrails, and sometimes about as accurate. Nonetheless numbers can be the soulless assassins of any leader, if not all leaders.’

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With the Budget looming closer exactly what taxes will Reeves raise in her defence?

David Gauke

“The reality is that if you want to raise a lot of tax, you need to raise it from a lot of people.  Given our predicament, one of the larger taxes is likely to be necessary.”

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Farage’s plan to negotiate with the Taliban is dangerous appeasement

Dr Martin Parsons

“A major Western government negotiating with the Taliban gives jihadist organisations around the world a massive psychological victory. What would they want in return? First, formal diplomatic recognition by the UK. Secondly – money and aid.”

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My latest polling -The appeal of Reform, and who will lead the parties in a year?

Lord Ashcroft

“Saying things that other parties won’t is also the most attractive feature for those who say they’re glad Reform are around but probably wouldn’t vote for them. Among those who might, the telling preference is for Farage as prime minister over Starmer, Badenoch… and Boris.”

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I recently found myself defending London…and I don’t know why

Dom Frost

“Yes, it has lots of crime, you must be careful, it’s probably not a good idea to go for a run after dark, the tube is grim, but it’s still a great city, and like any other city, it has its problems”. – Now I think an ugly corner has been turned in London and I regret my defence.”

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Never underestimate the power of a political brand with a very long history

Daniel Hannan

“A new book Rage of Party tells the story of how Toryism, initially the creed of Royalist elites, became populist in the face of Whig oligarchy. It makes for a terrific read. We now hear that the Tories are ‘finished.’ I feel it is far too soon for threnodies.”

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We all have a right to expect that people can’t ruin your bus or train journey

Richard Holden

“Taking public transport shouldn’t mean putting up with disruption, noise, and intimidation. It should mean calm, reliable, and secure journeys. That’s what we intend to ensure.”

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Baroness Warsi is wrong, on several levels, to suggest St. George was ‘raised in Palestine’

Matthew Thomas

“This is not only inaccurate but also risks distorting history for present-day political purposes — something that, in Britain’s current climate of division and protest, leaders like Baroness Warsi should take greater care to avoid.”

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