Silly season is coming to an end: What to expect from Westminster this Autumn
September and October usually mark the most intense period of political activity in the UK, here is what to expect.
With Greens polling second, will May 7th be execution day?
William Cash | 14th March 2026 | Comment, Editor's Pick, Politics
The Greens surge into second place in the polls confirms that the two-party system is no longer fit for purpose. But can Starmer and Badenoch survive execution on May 7th?
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Andy Burnham’s social media strategy faces questions over traditional media
The former Downing Street communications chief believes “there are hard truths coming” for Burnham.
It’s not a popularity contest: The case for protecting Meghan and Harry
You don’t have to like the Sussexes to believe the government has a duty to protect them.
Is money a factor behind Prince Harry’s move back to the UK?
Is there a connection between Prince Harry's share of a £34 million legal bill and his sudden move back to the UK? The Mace follows the money.
Are Meghan and Harry about to undergo a PR makeover?
Could the Sussexes’ shock UK return finally bring peace with the royals - and the British press?
Industry Watch: John Gill, Deputy Director of External Affairs, Reform UK – “There’s no limit to where a man can go if he doesn’t mind who gets the credit”
John Gill's promotion at Reform UK, just before the party launches its inaugural Business Day at its September NEC conference, is indicative of how the party is ramping
Carry on, Clacton
Wiliam Cash reflects on how the myth of Clacton and its reality has created media distortion when it comes to reporting on Farage’s seaside spiritual HQ.
The Clacton by-election: “It has been amazing for business”
Ahead of the Clacton-on-Sea by-election this Thursday, Mace went to the constituency to hear what local businesses make of the media circus that has descended on the seaside town, and the changes they want
Burnham is trying to fix Whitehall, but will the political machinery change?
Andy Burnham is shaking up government with more changes than by any incoming prime minister in memory. But, asks Sir Bernard Jenkin MP, does he understand why the
The uncancellable Quentin Letts
As a parliamentary Boz of modern times, Quentin Letts has recently found himself under fire in the Commons press gallery. He tells us why sketch writers don't need
