The life of the Prime Minister

Margaret Thatcher: ‘Senior position in government involving long hours, short holidays and tall orders. Expertise required in the whole range of government policy and especially…

For much of the history of the British Premiership, the Office of Deputy Prime Minister did not exist. It was only during the Second World…

Some level of privilege was necessary for a political career. Politicians did not receive a salary during this era, and independent wealth, and/or a powerful…

10 Downing Street is the most famous address in the world. It has been the scene of the most important decisions ever taken in Britain,…

10 Downing Street’s black door is seen at every election and during every political crisis. The Prime Minister will often speak to the nation directly…