Walking past the Garrick Club in central London, it can be easy to miss it. It's a nondescript gray stone building with no numbers or signs. But inside there's a different story. The luxurious staircase is lined with priceless works of art. And around that long table are the most powerful people in this country.
as a guardian Amelia Gentleman To tell hannah moore, only men can become members of Garrick. And while membership in the club is not a secret, it is also not made public. This week, she saw the full list. The list included the names of the country's top judges, politicians, civil servants, and businessmen.
For MI6 Director Richard Moore and Civil Service Secretary Simon Case, the publication of their names on the membership list was a signal to resign from the club – and their resignations are likely to put pressure on other senior officials. Review your club's member profiles and reconsider your membership.
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