David Cameron seems to be prepared to speak out on certain subjects that many other politicians avoid. This is very welcome. I think it’s about time he took a dig at the Turner Prize.
I am unconvinced by the banal installations and grainy videos that consistently win that particular prize. The Prime Minister needs to take the lead and say that the emperor has no clothes. He has also failed to address the question of whether men should use facial moisturiser (many women think they should) — or should that be left to one of his colleagues?
It would carry more weight if it came from the Prime Minister, but he has a lot on his plate and might not get round to it. Boris could, though.
This is an extract from Alexander McCall Smith’s diary in this week’s magazine. Click here to read for free with a trial of The Spectator app for iPad and iPhone.
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