Is it time to offer amnesty to Britain's illegal immigrants?
There are now a million undocumented - or ‘illegal’ - immigrants in Britain, many of them settled here with families. When Boris Johnson edited The Spectator, he argued that an amnesty should be offered to those who have been here for a long time. He retained the policy as London Mayor. Is it now time for him to implement it? Would such an amnesty be a bold expression of liberal conservatism - or a dangerous weakening of Britain’s borders and security?
The Spectator invites you to a very special evening with Rod Liddle, Rory Sutherland, Dear Mary, Katy Balls and Fraser Nelson as we look back over an extraordinary year.
Enjoy the festive spirit with beautiful music from the choir of St Bride’s and readings from Spectator writers in the stunning Sir Christopher Wren designed church of St Bride’s, known worldwide as the Journalists’ Church.
In her eleven-year premiership, Margaret Thatcher reshaped Britain – winning three elections in the process. From Europe to the economy, her leadership continues to shape our politics – and divide opinion.
How does a cult of personality begin – and how does it sustain itself? How do tyrants create the illusion of popular support – and what do they fear most?
The UK has promised to reduce emissions. But how will this be achieved? Chaired by Andrew Neil, The Spectator's Energy Summit will bring together experts and industry leaders to discuss the reality of decarbonisation: what must we do if we are to make it happen and by when?
Britain's cannabis revolution: understanding the impact
All over the world, legal cannabis is big business - and Britain is no exception. Investors, patients and politicians are all caught up in the so called 'green rush' - but what is the truth behind the hype? Join The Spectator to find out.
The annual Spectator Health Summit, chaired by Alastair Stewart, is a unique opportunity for health and care leaders to examine the priorities of the NHS, the role of AI and technology in taking the strain off the NHS, and how best to allocate the budget that will determine the health service's direction for the next decade.
Ahead of a ‘meaningful’ vote on the Brexit deal, join The Spectator and leading politicians to discuss: what does no deal really mean? Is no deal a disaster that will set the country back generations – or the boost Britain needs to forge a new path for itself?
Enjoy the festive spirit with beautiful music from the choir of St Bride’s and readings from The Spectator writers in the stunning Sir Christopher Wren designed church of St Bride’s, known worldwide as the Journalists’ Church. After the service, join us for mince pies and mulled wine.
After two years of negotiations, the government has unveiled its final Brexit deal – but can it survive the House of Commons? Does it live up to the Prime Minister’s promises – or will it leave the UK shackled by Brussels for years to come?
Philip Hammond’s Budget was a splurge without a windfall: a recipe for more tax, more spend, more debt. So does this mark the end of fiscal conservatism? Or a shrewd political budget that draws a new dividing line with Jeremy Corbyn?
