The far right feels comfortable openly saying the most racist, extreme things imaginable and harassing left events in ways unseen in living memory — we desperately need an anti-fascist Labour Party to replace the current appeasement regime, writes ANDREW MURRAY
New era for the Caledonian Sleeper
HEADING to London last weekend, I snapped up a cheap berth on the Caledonian Sleeper.
For as long as anyone can remember, you’ve been able to save a considerable sum by agreeing to cohabit a two-bunk compartment with a stranger of the same gender. Often you end up on your own nonetheless — a relief if you’re not in the mood for small talk.
Andrew Marr often recalls travelling up for his interview for his first job at the Scotsman, sharing with a man in shorts and semmit who kindly shared his 24 cans of Special Brew and supersize cigarette cartons.
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