Stephen Bush

Abolishing the health authority is a big gamble by the prime minister but a welcome one

The government’s far-reaching plans could make the economy less dynamic

Recent diplomatic events crystallise what is at stake for PM

Keir Starmer’s little wins with Donald Trump don’t add up to victory

Health and Social Care Act and organisational bloat stand in Wes Streeting’s way

If Labour will not budge on tax, inflation and a persistent deficit may be the result

Can Farage’s party changes limit the scope for infighting?

It’s too early to say much about Labour’s performance, but Nigel Farage’s recent boost spells trouble for Tories

Oxford-Cambridge arc may help Labour outmanoeuvre Tories but new runway will provoke ire from its own voters

Government is in a double bind as global uncertainty and need to improve public services force tough choices on spending