May Adopts Energy Policy Her Predecessor Called “Nuts”
When Labour proposed to freeze energy rates, the Conservatives thought it was crazy.
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British Conservatives Turn into UKIP
Voters believe Theresa May when she accuses the EU of interfering in the British election.
Local Elections Test British Parties’ Prospects for June
The council elections are a preview of the upcoming general election.
Four Reasons to Doubt Conservatives Will Win In Landslide
Theresa May seems assured of victory, but she might not win as big as the polls predict.
In About-Face, May Seeks Mandate for Post-Brexit Vision
The prime minister calls for an early election despite earlier rejecting the need for one.
Victory for Brexit Fundamentalists as May Invokes Article 50
Britain is leaving the EU without much hope of remaining in the single market.
By-Elections Vindicate May, Give Little Comfort to Corbyn
One-nation conservatism is vindicated in Copeland while Labour’s defeat there bolsters Jeremy Corbyn’s critics.
Brexit Imperils May’s Compassionate Conservatism
The cost of Brexit will not leave much extra for those who are “just about managing”.
Reprimand Liberals, Don’t Repudiate Liberalism
Liberals may have been aloof. That doesn’t mean they’ve been wrong on the issues.
May’s Rightward Shift Risks Alienating Liberal Voters
Theresa May mustn’t overcorrect the liberalism of her predecessor.
It’s Too Early to Say If May Is Breaking with Cameron’s Legacy
One month in, the new prime minister is already supposed to have made big changes.
May Seeks Middle Way for British Conservatism
Between the liberalism of David Cameron and the Tory paternalism of the past.
Theresa May Succeeds David Cameron as Prime Minister
Britain’s home secretary moves into 10 Downing Street and immediately reshuffles the cabinet.
May Urges Businesses to “Change” After EU Vote
Britain’s future prime minister argues the referendum was about more than Europe.
May to Succeed Cameron as British Prime Minister
The only other candidate has withdrawn from the Conservative Party leadership election.