On Saturday, James asked CoffeeHousers to suggest how David Davis can keep his campaign in the news. He’s doing alright so far – most of the major Monday columnists have penned Davis-themed articles this morning. But I have a sneaking suspicion that it will be Government blunders which ultimately keep the former shadow home secretary in the headlines.
Take today’s papers, for instance. What news on the Home Secretary? Well, she’s been summoned before the Commons Home Affairs Committee to explain not one – but two – embarrassing document-loss scandals that have come to light during the past week.
These appearances – and any similar blunders in future – can only lend Davis’ message extra piquancy. Why should we trust the government on 42-day detention, on ID cards and on CCTV surveillance when the Home Office finds it so difficult to keep its own house in order? It’s a question that even supporters of those schemes could find themselves asking – thereby broadening Davis’ coalition.
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