Daily Briefing master ratings: Dominic Raab 65, Matt Hancock 68, Priti Patel 55$, Rishi Sunak 105p, Alok Sharma 70, Michael Gove 85, Boris Johnson 86?, Sir Patrick Vallance 82, Chris Whitty 93. Others on request.

US Ratings: Donald Trump (USA) $$, Governor Cuomo (USA) 115+

Sharma 69 (-1) is a consistent & reliable performer and this was another solid enough display in modest company, but he looks in the handicapper's grip at present and will likely need further help from the assessor before resuming winning ways.

Robert Jenrick (78+) returned from his Herefordshire satellite yard in form, seemingly freshened up for a change of scenery. The Communities secretary travelled well in the early stages and although the response was slightly disappointing when Hewitt popped the question, it’s..

Ardern (NZ) 110, Merkel (GER) 106

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