On top of the world

DEFYING Project Fear yet again, the latest global index shows London extending its lead over New York as the world’s top financial centre.

Meanwhile, a neo-conservative think tank rates Britain second only to America as a world power. The Henry Jackson Society bases its finding on a range of measures including economic and military strength, technological prowess, cultural prestige and diplomatic leverage.

Amid the wailing of Remoaners, it can be easy to forget we’re entering Brexit talks from a position of great strength. If they care about their interests, our soon-to-be ex-partners will do well to remember it.