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What would Britain look like today if we’d chosen to follow the roads not taken? | Martin Kettle

An exhibition in Berlin explores 14 alternative histories for Germany. What a shame that we don’t do the same, says Guardian columnist Martin Kettle

Martin Kettle

31, May, 2023 @3:55 PM

Pay attention to Rachel Reeves: her economic thinking is a return to sanity | Martin Kettle

The shadow chancellor has a vision for social democracy in an age of economic shocks and uncertainty, says Guardian columnist Martin Kettle

Martin Kettle

24, May, 2023 @3:30 PM

Keir Starmer does have a vision – and it’s not New Labour 2.0 | Martin Kettle

Defying political orthodoxy, the leader believes he can win an election outright by reuniting his party’s working- and middle-class wings, says Guardian columnist Martin Kettle

Martin Kettle

17, May, 2023 @3:56 PM

Are you hoping for a progressive alliance to oust the Tories? Don’t hold your breath | Martin Kettle

Parties cooperated in the local elections. But come the general election, Labour’s self-interest will out, says Guardian columnist Martin Kettle

Martin Kettle

11, May, 2023 @5:00 AM

What do the Tories' dismal local results mean for the general election? Our panel responds | Katy Balls and others

The polls in England proved ‘disappointing’ for the Conservatives. Are gains by Labour, the Lib Dems and the Greens enough to guarantee a Tory loss at the next election?

Katy Balls, John McDonnell, Martin Kettle, Caroline Lucas and Moya Lothian-McLean

05, May, 2023 @1:14 PM

The coronation offered a chance to reform and modernise the monarchy. It has been squandered | Martin Kettle

Despite gestures towards inclusivity, the ceremony remains rooted in outdated religious and feudal ideals, says Guardian columnist Martin Kettle

Martin Kettle

05, May, 2023 @5:00 AM

Simon Rattle is right: Britain is becoming a cultural desert – and that’s a political choice | Martin Kettle

The arts and classical music say much about us as a country. Labour should fight for their place in our national life, says Guardian columnist Martin Kettle

Martin Kettle

26, Apr, 2023 @4:11 PM

Arminio review – confident staging returns Handel rarity to its starting point

This lesser-known darkly compelling work is given a smart production that fizzes with contemporary relevance and puts female voices to the fore

Martin Kettle

21, Apr, 2023 @4:41 PM

Brexiters have a new threat to focus their nationalism on: China. But their influence is waning | Martin Kettle

In this pragmatic Sunak era, a fresh start with China – and an end to bullish Tory sabre-rattlers – is on the cards, says Guardian columnist Martin Kettle

Martin Kettle

20, Apr, 2023 @9:00 AM

Let's be clear: Joe Biden isn’t the problem for Northern Ireland – it’s the Brexit diehards | Martin Kettle

When it comes to Irish politics, the US president has baggage. But the DUP’s attempts to cast him as a meddling nationalist won’t wash, says Guardian columnist Martin Kettle

Martin Kettle

12, Apr, 2023 @4:19 PM

A committed unbeliever: Nigel Lawson left the Tory party a complex, divisive legacy | Martin Kettle

Lesser politicians still try to emulate the clever contrarianism of Thatcher’s chancellor. That’s risky, says Guardian columnist Martin Kettle

Martin Kettle

05, Apr, 2023 @1:13 PM

The SNP is the most vulnerable it’s been in a long time. But only a fool would write it off | Martin Kettle

While Humza Yousaf faces an uphill battle reviving his party, Britain continues to slowly come apart at the seams, says Guardian columnist Martin Kettle

Martin Kettle

31, Mar, 2023 @3:00 PM