There is a wide open space in British politics, a politics, for now, in thrall to Brexit. That space can be filled only by a strategy that recognises that there is no diversion possible from Brexit without addressing the grievances that gave rise to it.

Paradoxically, we have to respect the referendum vote to change it.

There are hardline Eurosceptic ideologues. But they are a minority of the “leave” support.

The ballast for the Brexit vote was from communities and people feeling, justifiably, marginalised and unheard.

Ten years ago, Britain’s economy was strong, satisfaction levels with the NHS were at record highs, educational attainment was improving, crime was falling and inequality was narrowing.

But the financial crisis and years of austerity have taken their toll.