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Coffee House Shots: 10 years of politics as Balls bows out

Apr 19, 2025
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ANECDOTE

Katy's Unique Chez Antoinette Apron

  • Katy Balls received a unique apron from Chez Antoinette, where she often had political meetings over her 10 years at The Spectator.
  • She joked it could serve as a backup career if her journalism path didn't pan out.
INSIGHT

Brexit's Lasting Political Shock

  • The 2010 coalition and 2015 Conservative majority are remembered fondly by ministers as more stable periods.
  • Brexit referendum and its aftermath disrupted politics, leading to recent turbulence and party struggles.
INSIGHT

Conservative Turmoil Explained

  • The last Conservative government had many achievements early but has faced unprecedented turmoil with six prime ministers in 10 years.
  • External events like Covid and Ukraine invasion added to this unique political chaos.
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