The peer, who has also advised Labour, said the previous government "chickened out" of tough decisions on welfare.

BBC: Welfare reform will restore fairness, says Duncan Smith

In the end, I chickened out, which means I did the right thing.

FORBES: My Ethical Dilemma

The film was supposed to have its premiere at the Royal Film Performance until the organisers chickened out (see article).

ECONOMIST: Bagehot