The Guardian view on the crisis in politics: better politicians need better standards | Editorial

Over the holidays, this column will explore next year's urgent issues. Today we look at whether the forthcoming general election can restore political trust As the year turns, the next general election looms ever larger. One thing can, however, be said about the election already. Whenever it finally comes and whatever the result, the turnover of MPs in the House of Commons looks likely to be unusually large. At least 83MPs have announced that they will be retiring. More are certain to follow. Ot...