Telling the story of the world’s most overlooked majority, this important new book will enrage and horrify some of my fellow members of the Lords

The quality and therefore implementation of legislation is under serious threat as more powers move from Parliament to the government.

Telling the story of the world’s most overlooked majority, this important new book will enrage and horrify some of my fellow members of the Lords

This well-made docudrama simulating a Russian attack on UK soil exposes the reality of Britain’s ability to defend herself. As tensions rise it mak...

A gripping portrait of a complicated man – if you like your history dry and measured, this isn’t the book for you

From fighting and singing to salmon slinging, this book is a fascinating collection of extraordinary parliamentary behaviour from elected officials...

Imbued with the style of Coco Chanel and the wit of Alan Bennett, this dazzling RBO production of Handel’s masterpiece makes for a wonderfully enjo...

A war film less about the weather and more about judgement, 'Pressure' ditches the fancy special effects to focus on the decision-making. And it’s ...

Even more gripping than the first instalment, Antonin Baudry’s film is a vivid portrait of man who made his own reality

Take one very precious 70-metre-long tapestry on a 348-mile journey for the chance to travel back nearly a thousand years in time. Some experiences...

Take one very precious 70-metre-long tapestry on a 348-mile journey for the chance to travel back nearly a thousand years in time. Some experiences...

At a time of global crisis, the publication of this recently discovered eye-witness account of the aftermath of Hiroshima gives us a chance to refl...

Less about the taste of the food than the warmth of the kitchen, 'Tony' succeeds in illuminating more about Anthony Bourdain’s character than any g...

The first instalment of a two-part epic, director Antonin Baudry’s riveting depiction of Charles de Gaulle’s fight to lead the Free French does his...

A compelling exploration of the work of female artists on the frontlines, Margy Kinmonth’s powerful film explores women’s perspectives on war – an...

Government says ‘dangerous behaviour’ is part of effort by Moscow to cause damage with hybrid attacks

Former Labour leader was chancellor when the Belfast Agreement was signed in 1998

Powerfully sung and beautifully performed, Glyndebourne has mounted a moving production of Britten’s theatrical and musical masterpiece, Billy Budd

Fearless, honest and articulate, Ann Widdecombe was a warm and generous friend. A conviction politician whose principles were underpinned by her fa...

A Labour MP for nearly 40 years, George Howarth was firm, fair with a self-deprecating Merseyside wit. A veteran of his party’s battles with Milita...

In an exclusive extract from his memoir, Kiyoshi Tanimoto describes the terrifying trip across the city to locate his wife and child

Former lord advocate, law lord, and lord chancellor for almost a decade, James Mackay had a remarkable career by any standards. A wise man of deep ...

Second World War veteran, formidable trade union negotiator and later a Labour peer, Tony Christopher was a loyal friend to me – and an inspiration...

Crossbench peer and former social worker, Herbert Laming was respected for his independence and integrity. One of the most influential figures in t...

Patrick Radden Keefe’s powerful investigation into the death of a teenage boy is also a thoughtful examination of organised crime, dirty money and ...

Patrick Radden Keefe’s powerful investigation into the death of a teenage boy is also a thoughtful examination of organised crime, dirty money and ...

The family of Ruth Ellis, the last woman to be executed in Britain, has received a measure of justice from this government.

The unsung story of the courageous diplomats who helped Britain to victory during the Second World War, Lord Rickett's dazzling book is a perfectly...

Aaron Sorkin's empathetic stage adaptation of Harper Lee's timeless story is a must-see for all admirers of the work of these two great American wr...

Sarah O’Connor’s examination of technological change is an engrossing discourse on power, politics and humanity

Enlightening, fascinating and a little triggering, this collection of first-hand accounts of the Brexit campaign sheds light on a few myths

Tens of thousands have joined pro-Restore Britain Facebook groups being run by people who appear to be based in Pakistan and Bangladesh, an investi...

Andrew Southam's skilfully researched and very readable book is well worth your time

A neatly woven tale of empathy, theology and politics unfolding to the backdrop of the outbreak of war, Spielberg’s latest film is worth a watch – ...

Fears over ‘huge community transmission’ as modelling predicts thousands of deaths in DRC by September

Concern about the spread of misinformation from right-wing figures prompts Richard Hermer to pull Attorney General’s Office off platform

At a time of turmoil, political leaders could do no worse than seek inspiration from this revealing and enjoyable retrospective of the paintings of...

Brilliantly scripted, with standout performances, this dark new drama from the pen of Russell T Davies is a wake-up call to the erosion of LGBT+ ri...

Baroness Batters’ enjoyable memoir is an insightful account of her time as head of the NFU and the challenges facing British farmers

Meticulously researched, David Torrance’s study of the 1926 General Strike is both erudite and engaging

Former spy and later a government minister and whip, Meta Ramsay was an exceptional person in so many ways. Loyal to her country, her party and her...

Sharp, wicked and gloriously alive, 'Rivals' is outrageously good television – but this brilliant show is also a timely reminder of why we would al...