President Macron took his time but has now done exactly what was predicted. By appointing 61-year-old Elisabeth Borne to the post of prime minister, he has not only struck a modest blow for the status of women in French politics, but assured himself of the services of a true believer, capable of pushing through his tough and controversial legislative programme.
Germany and France are twin examples of the EU’s dramatic decline
Starmer is courting the EU at precisely the time when its moribund condition can no longer be concealed.
