Lord Adonis appeared on the BBC's Daily Politics show yesterday.
To view Andrew Neil enjoying the sound of his own voice click here.
When the Noble Lord managed to get a word in edge-ways there were two salient quotes:
1. “Given that life expectancy is increasing, many people will get the chance to travel on the new high speed line”. Note to rolling stock manufacturers - lots of Priority Seating required.
2. "I will not serve in a Conservative Government."
Does being Chairman of HS2 count as a political appointment?
If it does then Rowlands has well and truly nailed his colours to the mast.