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Orlaith Darling, Early Career Researcher in Contemporary English Literature and Critical Theory, Trinity College Dublin

Four of Shakespeare's plays and how they speak to the current political situation in Britain

New prime minister, Rishi Sunak, is the latest to take on the leading role in this unravelling Shakespearean drama. Allstar Picture Library Ltd/Alamy

The last few years in politics have gifted the keen observer many allusions to some of Shakespeare’s best-loved works. From the Midsummer Night’s (fever) Dream the electorate might think they are experiencing while looking on at parliament to All’s Well That Ends Well (or is it?).

But more than surface references apply. Shakespeare’s work provides insights into the nature of power and how it is exercised.

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