Three big priorities for Boris Johnson

Meanwhile, Northern Ireland has been without an internal government for almost three years. Nobody in their right mind would say that keeping political peace in the province is easy, but the current situation is ridiculous.

The Northern Ireland Assembly must find a way forward, with the engagement of and pressure from Downing Street and Westminster. Leaving the province to slip and slide without intervention is a recipe for further problems down the road, especially when Northern Ireland will feature prominently in EU negotiations.

Finally, the Prime Minister must work hard to restore faith in Parliament and the processes of governance, generally.

In the minds of too many voters, MPs in the last Parliament behaved more as ideologically-inclined obstructionists than pragmatically-oriented pro-activists. This has been most evident on Brexit, but parliamentary shenanigans in general have left a sour taste in the mouths of many voters.

Politicians must remember that they are elected not primarily for their ideology, but for their ability to recognise and solve problems. If they cannot do this, they will pay dearly when people next go to the polls.

More importantly, the country will pay dearly, for if ever there is a moment in British politics for problem-solving leadership, as distinct from place-holding elitist posturing, it is now.

Britain is already a prosperous nation, but there are still people who're left behind in the face of technological advance and globalisation.

If ever there was a time when Brits needed to feel connected to and consulted by their representatives, of all parties, it is today.

If ever Britain needed leadership that facilitates a proactive culture, rather than mismanagement that celebrates mediocrity and promotes disunity, we need it now.

It is time for political representatives to discipline any urges they may feel toward grabbing headlines, or jostling for party position.

This is the moment for Prime Minister Johnson, his cabinet and party and the wider parliament to offer a better vision for Britain's long-term future and implement a clear strategy to take us there.

It can be done. This is a resourceful, innovative and alliance-building nation. It only needs the right kind of disciplined leadership to thrive.