Columnists

Mark Palmer on teaching manners to the next generation

Our columnist asks why does nudging the grandkids into saying “Please” and “Thank you” cause quite so much bother?
Columnists

Mark Palmer on tips being added to the bill - "it's just not British"

Our columnist is all in favour of leaving a tip, but wants to make that choice.
Columnist

Mark Palmer on AI and public speaking

As a fan of great oratory and public speaking, our columnist considers the folly of allowing AI to write wedding speeches.

Columnists

Mark Palmer asks whether he's drinking little and often or a lot and always

Our columnist considers whether his daily tipple is too much – or are they just missing out?
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