Parliament's Dark Arts

Liam 's artwork explores the shadowy inner workings of the Whips’ Office in Parliament. The article, both entertaining and enlightening, delves into the role of party whips - those charged with maintaining discipline among MPs, through the lens of Labour’s Chief Whip, Sir Alan Campbell.

The illustration reimagines the Chief Whip 'whipping in' party members - depicted as unruly hounds, towards the Aye Lobby of the House of Commons, in a clever nod to the hunting origins of the term.

The image brings humour and historical insight to a piece that uncovers the increasingly complex and scrutinised art of political persuasion.