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A reminder of humanity at its best: Lord Bates reviews 'The Salt Path'
Books & culture
By Lord Bates
A reminder of humanity at its best: Lord Bates reviews 'The Salt Path'
This film, about love and having the courage to start afresh, may be slow-paced and understated – but it’s all the more authentic for it
Brexit's court room battle has become toxic - I'm quitting as a minister to search for common ground
Political parties
By Lord Bates
Brexit's court room battle has become toxic - I'm quitting as a minister to search for common ground

The former international development minister explains why he has taken the decision to step down from his role in government and step out on a walk.