I
n the rarefied world inhabited by the tiny number of people who have ever held the keys to Number 10 Downing Street, the word “misgivings” should not be underestimated.
While others might be tempted to use stronger language, former prime ministers are loth to criticise their successors.
Many are fearful of accusations that they cannot let go of the trappings of power, or of being labelled as a sore loser.
