Simon Heffer's Blog, page 52
February 10, 2012
Mutiny, and why Dave's skating on thin ice with frustrated Tories
Either side of Christmas, David Cameron enjoyed a purple patch. Buoyed by what he claimed was his 'success' in overthrowing Colonel Gaddafi's Libyan regime, he refused to sign up to a proposed European fiscal treaty and humiliated an increasingly feeble Ed Miliband when the Labour leader tried to expose divisions...
February 9, 2012
An everyday tale of adultery, greed, racism, foreign mercenaries and dodgy geezers
The two football stories dominating the news — the resignation of Fabio Capello as England manager and the acquittal of his possible successor, Harry Redknapp, on a charge of tax evasion — might be considered of no interest to those who do not follow the so-called 'beautiful game'.
February 3, 2012
Undermined for 60 years by politicians, the Queen is still Britain's greatest asset
On Monday, the Queen will have been our sovereign for 60 years. She is only the second monarch to reach this remarkable milestone.
February 1, 2012
Mr Goodwin, and why honours must never again be scattered like confetti
The best way to avoid controversies about utterly unsuitable people holding high honours is to award them more carefully in the first place.
May 10, 2011
What sort of democracy treats losers like they're winners?
The Lib Dems should have less influence, not more, after their kicking at the polls, writes Simon Heffer.
May 6, 2011
The arts can survive, and thrive, without public money
State subsidy is not the only way to cultural excellence, and often it only perpetuates mediocrity, says Simon Heffer.
Cut loose, Dave, and let the nation decide
The Liberal Democrats have have lost the confidence of the country. David Cameron should call a general election, says Simon Heffer.
May 3, 2011
Nick Clegg is out of his depth - and David Cameron should let him sink
The Tories' bargaining power in the Coalition will increase after tomorrow's elections, writes Simon Heffer.
April 29, 2011
Radio 3's new concert programme will change the musical landscape
Radio 3's new series of live concerts proves it to be one of the country's great civilising forces, says Simon Heffer.
You can't have a laugh with a Lefty
Had David Cameron been a gent he would have apologised to Angela Eagle, says Simon Heffer.
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