Jeremy Corbyn and the real civil service

‘A quick read of the Times’ scoop on “civil service fears” about Corbyn’s health revealed little substance behind the headline,’ says Dave Penman. Photograph: Peter Nicholls/ReutersIt’s unsurprising that the Times would want to sensationalise tittle-tattle between civil servants over coffee for a striking headline. It’s also unsurprising that those around Jeremy Corbyn don’t appreciate claims about his supposed frailty.However, it’s dis