He had to stand in the stocks and allow himself to be pelted, sometimes by members of his own party.
By not offering voters a retail package of reform, he has left himself with little political cover and limited escape options.
Many MPs feel deeply unhappy about how the Paterson case has been handled by the Commissioner.
The decision on lifting the remainder of lockdown will be based on many factors. But that’s the question at the heart of it.
In order to remain world-leading in science, the PM’s former adviser explained, it is necessary to take risks and cut out bureaucracy.
From calling the measures “dystopian”, to criticising Whitty and Vallance’s latest graph, there were some scathing speeches.
More women. Fewer minorities. Lots of councillors and former candidates. And fewer married people. Our complete guide to the new intake of Tory MPs.