I had two stray thoughts this afternoon which I hope will hang together for today’s edition. The first is on inflation, naturally. The second on the state of our politics.
For those keeping count, that’s now rail workers, parking wardens, teachers and airline staff either threatening to or going on strike. I’m sure I’ve missed a few, but it seems as if everyone has this crazy idea that their pay should keep pace with inflation, and are prepared to cause a little disruption to get it.
