Starter for 10: Can Downing Street Be Fixed?

Gavin Barwell, former Chief of Staff to Theresa May and now a member of the House of Lords, shares his insights on the pressing challenges facing Downing Street. He discusses the structural hurdles of leadership amid political instability, emphasizing the importance of unity in Number 10. Barwell contrasts Theresa May's and Boris Johnson's management styles and highlights the need for effective governance during crises like Brexit. He also addresses the qualities a new Cabinet Secretary must possess to restore confidence in the civil service and rebuild voter trust.