I'm also aware that Anand has a more nuanced view on how to move forward. Problem is I'm not sure the politicians do as a collective. They're still holding onto the empty slogans and seemingly easy answers that come with significant unintended consequences

Sorry, I understand that. You're right about empty slogans. They are incredibly effective in campaigning, but need substance behind them to be truly credible and be able to deliver against

but that doesn't mean undoing all the other trade deals by jumping back into the Single Market. Again I still believe the long term direction of the global economy is in the east so we need to find a balance and a transitional position.

I still maintain the decision itself wasn't the problem, it was the 2-year paralysis in Parliament that was key. The leavers fled the scene straight after & then were playing catch-up and the die-hard remainers were trying to undo everything. A more pragmatic position was needed then (and now)

Fine to have that opinion. Still gets you on the wrong train though.

Bars and clubs need to do more to ensure that #AskForAngela is a strong brand with well trained bar staff ready to respond. That'll instil confidence and get people out. But politicians need to encourage and work with bars, not distance themselves whilst wagging a finger