Parliament's Dark Arts

Liam O'Farrell illustrates the Chief Whip in action for a Tatler feature.

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 Labor’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 humor and historical insight to a piece that uncovers the increasingly complex and scrutinised art of political persuasion.

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