Why it's not too soon for Rayner to write a memoir

She may not have been in Downing Street for long but, with lots of voter appeal and plenty still to say, the former deputy prime minister is right to get writing

- Sean O'Grady

Angela Rayner is reportedly in talks with a publisher about a memoir. Even after her resignation as deputy prime minister and party leader, she remains a figure who attracts great interest.

Most of the chatter about Rayner asks when, not if, she will return to the political front line where her formidable skills and common sense seem badly needed. Speculation is that a book might speed her rehabilitation.

Why a memoir?

At 45 and having been an MP for a decade, her post-retirement memoirs should be a long way off yet. However, she could perhaps use an “interim autobiography” to remind people that she’s not finished yet and that she’s got ideas, born of reflection and experience that can help the Labour government and change the country for the better. It would answer afresh the question: “Why am I in politics?”

What's it all about, Ange?