I don't disagree (indeed, I made the same choice myself - not wrt being Labour Party leader, I should add). However, I'm feeling a bit cynical here. It hasn't escaped my notice that Cooper spent the last few years as a member of the Cabinet, not exactly a part-time job or one that leaves its holder free to read bed-time stories on a regular basis. I suspect this is just a convenient excuse for a decision she's made on other grounds.

If Ed Balls actually does say the same, I'll eat my copy of Each Peach Pear Plum.