Advice to the Tories on dealing with Germany

If there is one thing the German political class dislikes, it is unknown quantities. To articulate grandiose politico-strategic goals or to engage in ad-hoc muddling-through would simply invite unforeseen attack. Considerable resources are therefore expended upon rationalising and exploring and mapping out policy options.

If there is one thing the British political class enjoys, it is unknown quantities. Rationalising and exploring and mapping out policy options simply cuts down the sc...