There is shocking news from Japan, where the former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe has been killed while campaigning. The likeable and energetic Abe was making a speech when he was attacked by a gunman. It is a terrible moment and has prompted tributes from the Prime Minister down. For those who want to try and make sense of this attack, I recommend this insightful and clear piece by the LSE Academic Dr Kristin Surak, which explains how it may end up changing Japan’s constitution.
I know it seems strange to turn from that to domestic politics, but these are pivotal days for us here in Britain.
