The embarrassment of Jacqui Smith

The embarrassment of Jacqui Smith

I imagine it’s the spare room tonight for the shamed husband of Home Secretary Jacqui Smith who was forced into making a humiliating apology for heaping huge embarrassment on his wife over a bungled expenses claim which included two porno films he watched while...

Jeremy Paxman and The Victorians

There were no free parking spaces left in Ely on Thursday evening – Jeremy Paxman was in town signing copies of The Victorians in our stunning cathedral – and his fans came out in droves. Paxman was on a charm offensive and made no mention of a co-author,...
How businesses can survive the recession

How businesses can survive the recession

I met a whole host of inspirational women at a reception in the House of Lords yesterday to celebrate International Women’s Day. It was held to launch a new training programme to develop women leaders by Tina Fahm Training Ltd, a new PR client, and was hosted by...
Lotus, Lord Mandelson and electric cars

Lotus, Lord Mandelson and electric cars

I did once have a dishy date who collected me in his head turning yellow Lotus Elite. Sitting in the low slung passenger seat was an exhilarating – and breathless – experience. Unlike other motor companies suffering deeply from the recession right now,...
Are you a toothbrush traveller?

Are you a toothbrush traveller?

Are you planning to travel by air this year? If so, do take extra care when booking your flight – and packing your bag! I’m totally confused by new surcharges being added by operators Ryanair which is currently advertising 1 million flights at a fiver for...
The loss of a beloved son

The loss of a beloved son

I am deeply saddened to learn of the sudden death of six year old Ivan Cameron and send my sincere sympathies to his devoted parents, Conservative leader David and his wife Samantha. The young boy, who had cerebral palsy and epilepsy, became ill overnight and was...