The rise and fall of Cameroonian realism

David Cameron has been brought back to the frontbenches as foreign secretary.

To some in the centre-to-centre-right, it’s a clever move to bring him in to steadying the ship.

But an interesting by-product of his return is the spotlight it shines on the era he presided over.

It was a time of big business, big societies, navy blue suits and crippling austerity.

The defining defining British film of this time was Skyfall , which now appears like Cameron 's.

For so many years , it felt as if this were just how things were and how they would always be.

For now, at least Cameron is providing a light, nostalgic pause in a very troubling moment.

Perhaps a half -decent job will restore his legacy and keep him on Davos circuit for life.

Or maybe he really does just want to be Foreign Secretary going forwards.