Leaving was a mistake, but rejoining Europe would be difficult and divisive. Instead we must rebuild ties with our neighbours – and each other

The prime minister’s decision to recruit Gordon Brown and Harriet Harman is a vital first step in reviving a government in crisis. He needs to continue enlisting the help of wise heads

The party would be idiotic to ditch Starmer. He should call in the old guard to protect his flanks until the next general election

After the second world war, leaders vowed to build back better. Now, as bullies dominate the world stage, we risk losing the lessons learned