Britain

Brussels vs Sparta

5 July 2014 9:00 am

The EU is a federation of states (Latin foedus, ‘treaty’, from the same root as fides, ‘trust, good faith’). But…

What will be left?

5 July 2014 9:00 am

If Scotland votes for independence, Britain will be left weaker than anyone yet realises

The Spectator’s Notes

3 May 2014 9:00 am

The conviction of Max Clifford for indecent assaults feels like a vindication of the jury system, as did the acquittal…

Putin’s winning hand

22 March 2014 9:00 am

Russia is making the West look posturing, weak and divided

Investment: Britannia über alles

5 October 2013 9:00 am

Why the UK economy will one day overtake Germany

No satisfaction

20 July 2013 9:00 am

For Stuart Maconie fans, this book might sound as if it’ll be his masterpiece. In his earlier memoirs and travelogues,…