British politics is the gift that just keeps on giving. First came the unforgettable image on Wednesday (Thursday AEST) of Prime Minister Rishi Sunak getting soaked by rain on the steps of Downing Street as he announced the election.
There was no escaping the tragicomic metaphor of a man whose premiership has been a shower, and who now faces a political drenching.
Hans van LeeuwenEurope correspondentHans van Leeuwen covers British and European politics, economics and business from London. He has worked as a reporter, editor and policy adviser in Sydney, Canberra, Hanoi and London. Connect with Hans on Twitter. Email Hans at hans.vanleeuwen@afr.com
