As we approach the Christmas period, it's worthwhile reflecting on the year that has passed and what we can anticipate in 2010.
For me personally, 2009 brought a year of change as I started a senior post at the Financial Services Authority, having successfully concluded my work for the Shadow Cabinet in June. This drove home the reality of the financial crisis, in terms of helping to reform our system of national financial regulation whilst fending off the excessive regulatory zeal of the EU. Work that is very much in progress…
For many individuals and families the wider economy will obviously determine whether this period is a time for rest or worry. As we will be publishing our draft Manifesto in the New Year period, it will be interesting to see how we can combine a message of urgency with one of hope. After the New Year I'll be publishing an article on Conservative Home which should cast an original perspective on the 'Cuts versus Growth' debate that is currently dominating the wider political environment.
Obviously the big event of 2010 will be the General Election. Whether Gordon chooses to go in March or May, one thing is certain – the country needs a change of government and every Conservative must be prepared to do his/ her best. My aim is to get in some good sleep over the next week or so, in the anticipation that there won’t be much on offer later in the year…!
However these issues can wait. I'd like to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
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