London’s Slave Trade

London’s Slave Trade

Last weekend I went to West India Quay, a dock first built in London in 1802 to provide space for the slave ships that worked on the transatlantic slave trade. I’m currently doing the research for a biography of William Wilberforce, the great politician who led the 18...
Fighting for Justice

Fighting for Justice

I’m currently doing the research for a new biography on William Wilberforce, covering how he lived as a missional leader, and seeing what lessons can be learned from him. It’s been a fascinating journey so far, and one that’s already taught me a number of things. I...
Banker Bashing

Banker Bashing

A few months ago I wrote in this blog about the scandals that hit Bankers, Politicians and Journalists over recent years, and asked whether Lawyers would be the next to come under attack. Well, I confess I got it wrong. Looks like Bankers are back again in the firing...
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