Letters From A Tory Daily views on British politics and the Conservative Party from a centre-right thinker who writes letters on his blog to politicians, journalists and many others.

1. The Adam Smith Institute gives us a lesson in how to make laws.

2. Ambush Predator says it’s a bit late for Ed Balls to deal with useless social services chiefs.

3. Harry’s Place has identified the beginning of wisdom.

4. Man In A Shed finds a local measles outbreak, but not where you might expect it.

5. Devil’s Kitchen chokes on hearing of the government’s consultation on cigarette machines.