jakarta
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I wouldn't rule out some kind of grand coalition against what we have now.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gT9xuXQjxMM
I wouldn't rule out some kind of grand coalition against what we have now.
It is usual for governments to struggle during a midterm by election
Midterm? She's been PM for little more than 100 days,
Having said that, I don't think this result will cause palpitations as it was such a safe seat, there was always the danger of a protest vote.
Richmond could be a much interesting by-election
It's not difficult to table a motion, but I couldn't see Labour support it.
i agree, though that puts them in a rather awkward position and will be accused to running scared. if they are ready to fight a GE as they stated in the last conference, they should support it.
Not really. They could argue that they would be happy to support a motion of no confidence in the government but could, very plausibly, say they see no reason to call for changes under FTPA. They could use the excuse that El Pres outlined - there's plenty to discuss right now.
Being ready to fight a GE and wanting one are two different things
She would need to repeal the fixed term parliament act for that to be the case, which needs a 2/3 majority to become statute.
Can't see Labour voting for it, or the SNP, so it is unlikely.
Surely the last thing that's needed during Brexit negotiations is the distraction of a 4 month election campaign?
She would need to repeal the fixed term parliament act for that to be the case, which needs a 2/3 majority to become statute.
Can't see Labour voting for it, or the SNP, so it is unlikely.
Surely the last thing that's needed during Brexit negotiations is the distraction of a 4 month election campaign? The government is failing at present with fudged decisions on new runway for London, paying over the odds for Hinckley and washing its hands on Southern Rail. It needs to focus.
What was Silky David Cameron's majority when he first stood in Witney?
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