This is not a good beginning for the May government. The first issue which directly affects ordinary people in a very trying way called out for a proactive response from government, which was warned early in the week that because of the French state of emergency and extra security demands across France, action in support was needed at Dover. Not only was nothing done, but nobody from government was anywhere to be seen.
Where is the Transport Secretary?
Where is the Home Secretary?
Why are people being left in traffic jams for over 24 hours?
We had the same crisis last year for a different reason. Nobody learns anything in Whitehall. As for the way this country is governed, no wonder people are getting angry.