The Conservative MP is one of Parliament’s enigmas. Why did he give up a likely cabinet position to fight a by-election on civil liberties? Why is he so difficult to place in the Tory Party? I spoke to the former leadership candidate to find out what he thinks of David Cameron’s performance as PM and whether he has any regrets
by Jo Phillips / 23 Aug 2012
Jo Phillips examines peer-to-peer parenting juggernaut Mumsnet, and finds that it’s a brave – or foolish – politician who ignores its power to sway voters
21 Aug 2012
Conservative MP Charles Walker's candour over mental health issues makes him this month’s winner
by Amber Elliott / 07 Aug 2012
The deputy opposition leader has had a tough few years, following numerous broadsides levelled at her by a critical press. Yet, as she reaches 30 years in Parliament, is she any wiser on how to handle the media? Will Harriet Harman ever come in from the cold? Amber Elliott finds out in an exclusive interview
by Ben Duckworth / 30 Jul 2012
Our cover star Harriet Harman is as controversial as ever, as she celebrates 30 years in Parliament
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26 Jul 2012
With London 2012 underway this month, we ask politicians for their most memorable Olympic moments
by Peter Farquhar / 24 Jul 2012
Peter Farquhar, chairman of Dorset Cereals, explains the success of the company’s global exports
16 Aug 2012
Helping forces veterans and families has been the all-consuming work of this defence minister
06 Aug 2012
As Total Politics celebrates its 50th issue, we look back at our favourite interviews from the biggest names in politics. Click on the links below to read the full interviews
by Rob Wilson / 30 Jul 2012
Rob Wilson talks to chief whip Andrew Mitchell about his army career, early days in the Whips’ Office, that nickname and why foreign aid is so important to the UK economy
26 Jul 2012
We pick out the key political dates to put in your diary over recess
by Jim Paice MP / 24 Jul 2012
Defra minister Jim Paice is confident that the hunger for high-quality UK food and drink brands will strengthen foreign markets
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