Tim Durrant
Programme Director
Tim's recent work
The parties should focus on substance as well as sales ahead of the election
Election fever is hotting up in the aftermath of the local elections.
Andrew Mitchell’s new job title doesn’t resolve how to best scrutinise Lords ministers like David Cameron
Current arrangements to scrutinise ministers in the House of Lords may not be sustainable.
Departures of MPs and ministers add to the sense of drift in Sunak’s government
MPs standing down make achieving anything significant in this parliament difficult.
All work
Three areas the Government has fudged on the 'backstop'
While the UK's 'backstop' for the Irish border may initially seem like a victory for the Brexiteers, it leaves three big issues outstanding.
The Irish border after Brexit
The UK Government must propose its own version of the Irish border “backstop” in order for Brexit negotiations to proceed.
Taking part in future EU budget talks is good for the UK
This is an opportunity to move financial talks beyond the exit bill, and one which the Government should seize.
While the UK talks to itself, the EU has moved on
The longer the UK takes to work out what kind of Brexit it actually wants, the more likely we are to get left behind by the EU.
The EU will stick together over Brexit
While they all have their own priorities, solidarity will prevail among the EU 27.
Negotiating Brexit: the views of the EU27
While the EU27 are likely to remain united in their approach to the Brexit negotiations, it is essential for the UK to understand the differences in t
What does the Government think about the economics of Brexit?
The government should publish its economic assessments of Brexit to ensure that the Cabinet, Parliament and the public can make an informed decision.