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Loyalty has long been the Tories’ secret weapon. Without it, Sunak stands no chance

As rebel rightwingers jockeyed for position this week, they tore up any remaining hopes of a Conservative election victory, says Guardian columnist Simon Jenkins

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Sunak must be firm. Ukraine’s fate will be decided by war and diplomacy – not by sanctions

The western response has been blighted by stupidity, says Guardian columnist Simon Jenkins

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Britain is in desperate need of radical ideas. So where are Labour’s?

Railways, water companies and the NHS are in crisis – we need bold new policies to fix them, not Keir Starmer’s timid dithering, says Guardian columnist Simon Jenkins

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Our newly crowned king has made ‘service’ his brand. But whose interests will he be serving?

From climate activists to arts bodies, every interest group will be crying out for the support of our outspoken monarch, says Guardian columnist Simon Jenkins

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What powers does King Charles have?

Scotland is holding a procession and national service of thanksgiving for the King today in what has been dubbed his “Scottish coronation”.

The Week

Is the BBC biased?

Richard Sharp has announced he is standing down as BBC chairman to “prioritise the interests” of the broadcaster after a report found he breached the governance code for public appointments.

The Week

Richard Sharp is out at the BBC: now can we think about how we hold other miscreants to account?

Society is making strange decisions. Some in high office lose jobs and deserve to, but we also ignore others whose sins are egregious, says Guardian columnist Simon Jenkins

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Young people are wising up to the Great British student rip-off – and they’re voting with their feet

As universities wind down teaching for yet another round of exams, more and more prospective graduates are asking: why bother? says Guardian columnist Simon Jenkins

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Michael Gove’s housing reforms are the only ray of light in this doomed government

Instead of caving in to the building lobby, he is trying to return power to the people, says Guardian columnist Simon Jenkins

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Scottish independence is a question of when, not if

Letters: Tom Tracey thinks an independent Scotland could tackle inequality, while Michael Martin says Scots should not fear independence. Plus letters from Matt Ritchie and Polly Purvis

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Sunak needn’t worry – maths mania already has our schools in a stranglehold

The obsession is typical of a system that fails to equip pupils for modern life, says Guardian columnist Simon Jenkins

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Saving churches from decay should be a national responsibility

Letters Readers take issue with an article by Simon Jenkins in which he suggests that local authorities should step in to fund churches

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FACT CHECK: Claim 'Scotland under Sturgeon has not been well run'

Our Fact Checks are always free to read, with no paywall - so you can share widely with friends and family.

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Sturgeonism is dead but the independence cause is not. Westminster beware

Despite the troubles facing the SNP, a revolution would be needed to remove it from power. Its core demand still stirs so many hearts, says Guardian columnist Simon Jenkins

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The decline of churchgoing doesn’t have to mean the decline of churches – they can help us level up

Lockdown accelerated an existing trend. We need to reconnect these public buildings to the communities around them, says Guardian columnist Simon Jenkins

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Prosecuting Donald Trump is right. But is it politically wise?

Many voters back the ex-president despite – or perhaps because of – his alleged crimes, says Guardian columnist Simon Jenkins

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Prince Harry has every right to take on the Daily Mail. But is phone hacking yesterday’s problem?

What we need now is new privacy laws to regulate the excesses of social media, argues Guardian columnist Simon Jenkins

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The Auriol Grey case exposes Britain’s obsession with prison

Letters: Readers respond to Simon Jenkins’ article on a justice system stuck in the dark ages

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A tragic accident should not have landed Auriol Grey in prison. The UK justice system is stuck in the dark ages

The UK’s obsession with jail time is counterproductive and cruel. There are better ways to deal with wrongdoing, says Guardian columnist Simon Jenkins

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The people of Northern Ireland want their assembly back. The DUP must not be allowed to block that

A health and cost of living crisis is causing real problems that must be addressed. Democracy cannot be hamstrung any longer, says Guardian columnist Simon Jenkins

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Of course Boris Johnson is guilty of misleading parliament – stand by for another Tory civil war

Just when there are more important things to be debated, it appears the Commons will again be distracted by party feuds, says Guardian columnist Simon Jenkins

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Instead of killing HS2 bit by bit, ministers should just put it out of its misery

The latest delays offer a golden opportunity to cry halt – and use railway money where it’s really needed, says Guardian columnist Simon Jenkins

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60 minute masterclass: A short history of Europe with Simon Jenkins

In this masterclass with bestselling author and journalist Simon Jenkins, you will be taken on a whistle stop tour through Europe’s history

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Ministers are staging another Brexit coup – and only the House of Lords can save us

The retained EU law bill is an outrageously undemocratic attempt to transfer law-making powers from parliament to Whitehall, says Guardian columnist Simon Jenkins

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A (partial) defence of Matt Hancock: leaders must be free to discuss policy in private

His WhatsApp messages look embarrassing and chaotic, but such leaks could do genuine harm to political debate, says Guardian columnist Simon Jenkins

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