Richard Tice Eyeing Up Chancellor Post in Reform Government
On Nick Robinson’s Political Thinking podcast, Reform deputy leader Richard Tice signalled he was already picking curtains for No. 11. Pressed on what post he’d fancy in a future Reform government, Tice pointedly answered:
“I enjoy dealing with money. I’ve been involved in dealing with money in my business career over decades and that was sort of part of my journey. I thought you know I’d try and be successful in business and then if I can give something back in some form of public life.”
To which Robinson offered: “So, Chancellor of the Exchequer.” Tice replied: “I’m not going to assume anything”. Presumably Lee Anderson is gunning for home secretary then…