The Rest Is Politics: Leading cover image

23: John Major: From Brixton to Downing Street (Part 1)

The Rest Is Politics: Leading

00:00

The Tone of Cabinet

I remember Ken Clark saying to me once how frustrated he found it in David Cameron's government. He actually blamed Tony Blair for creating much more short cursory meetings, which were inherited by Cameron. Well, if I can put it this way, as one of a kind, they have never produced anyone like Ken in my political lifetime. The thought that anyone could cow, Ken, or keep Ken quiet if you wish to speak is just an illusion. They certainly couldn't.

Transcript
Play full episode

The AI-powered Podcast Player

Save insights by tapping your headphones, chat with episodes, discover the best highlights - and more!
App store bannerPlay store banner
Get the app