![]() Diversity can pose challenges to social cohesion, but it seems as though it is the cultural Left’s fetishisation of diversity and protection from “offensive” speech that has led to attacks on British traditions, prompting growing resentment. But this 1980s creed is irrelevant to the challenges of conservatism today.Ĭonservatives’ concerns are increasingly cultural and social, revolving around what Harvard political scientist Robert Putnam calls the loss of “bridging” and “bonding” social capital.īridging capital refers to division between groups in society. Liz Truss-style economic conservatism appeals to many in the Tory party in part because it is safe: the media and twitter are content to let conservatives play in the economic sandbox without calling them racists, sexists or transphobes. Bond markets and voters act as a check on excessive taxation or poor public services, so it makes little sense for conservatives to define themselves in this way. Managing the economy is like cutting NHS waiting times: something parties largely agree on. However, the fall of the Berlin Wall and “Third Way” convergence between parties of right and left rendered economics far less central to conservatism. This made sense when state socialism was the primary threat to liberty, prosperity and community. The history of postwar conservatism in the West has revolved around the free-market right. The first British NatCon conference this week showcased a new and pathbreaking suite of ideas. ![]() Since 2021, the National Conservatism conferences have attempted to explore the connections between these hitherto disaggregated thinkers and their work. This means questioning the high-handed “moral leadership” of the progressive left.Ī scattered array of political and intellectual figures wrestling with the malaise of western democracies have, often without knowing it, been forging a new path on the centre-Right that has come to be known as national conservatism. The goal is not to freeze time in aspic, but to slow down today’s progressive cultural revolution to better connect with the preferences of Britain’s voters. This includes civic aspects such as language and values, but also extends to more contentious national features such as collective historical memory. In the latter fish starter, the majority of the preparation is done a day or so in advance, making it a fantastic option for dinner parties.The heart of national conservatism in the twenty-first century is about defending the cultural particularity of nations. Adam Gray’s punchy Salmon starter recipe takes just twenty minutes to make, or plan ahead and try Luke Tipping’s Citrus cured salmon recipe. If time is of the essence there are plenty of quick and simple starter recipes to be found. During the warmer months opt for a lighter dish, such as Rob Howell’s Tempura spring onions (especially useful if you're after a vegan starter), or Simon Hulstone’s glorious Scallop ceviche recipe. Marcello Tully’s warming Celeriac and blue cheese soup recipe makes a fantastic vegetarian starter in the colder months, or try Theo Randall’s Beef carpaccio as an impressive Italian starter. This fantastic collection of recipes contains plenty of suggestions, from easy starters to molecular masterpieces or even Christmas starter ideas, which are bound to get your meal off to the right start. A well-chosen dinner party starter can set the tone for an entire meal, so it is always worth a little extra thought.
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