Unpopular view: The Labour Brexit position now does actually make sense. The criticism of "we will negotiate a deal but give the final decision to the public" isn't that complicated. Labour negotiates new deal that fits its manifesto but no whip on campaign.

OK, I've snapped. Jeremy Corbyn fans complaining that Starmer wrote for a Conservative paper should know that one J. Corbyn did exactly the same in 2015. And he was right to, because you cannot win over the other side unless you *talk to them*

Yvette Cooper: "We are not talking about exceptional childcare problems, we are talking about normal childcare problems"

It's only just occurred to me that Sir Hiss, of Robin Hood fame, worked for the state, technically making him a *civil serpent*

Non-political comment: It's a shame that no one watches what goes on in parliament, because Ed Miliband – yes, that Ed Miliband – is mopping the floor with the PM.

As Europe fights to remain relevant, it has to make tough choices. Top of that list is how it engages with China and the US if the balance game becomes impossible. Stick with an old friend who is being a bit of a bully or get closer to a security risk

Fiona Hill claimed that her northern accent would have held her back in the 70s and 80s. That’s why she moved to America. It’s still the case today that if you don’t sound posh you’re unlikely to get on. Brits are massive accent snobs

Four years after Brexit, support for the EU surges in Britain - CNN