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Tony Blair made a speech in Croatia yesterday, claiming that the alternative to Labour's pro-European policy is narrow-minded nationalism and misguided patriotism. The prime minister criticized the Conservative party's stance on the European Union's plans for a rapid reaction force, which will be used
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Tony Blair launched his fiercest attack yet on the Eurosceptic press, denouncing it as fundamentally dishonest in its coverage of plans for an EU defence force. The Prime Minister's remarks, during a visit to Moscow, were seen as part of a new uncompromisingly pro-European strategy as Tory opposition
Hague, William
As Michael Portillo attempted to win over disaffected voters with his message of social tolerance and inclusivity, not everyone in the Conservative Party was pleased. Ann Widdecombe, a senior party figure and Portillo's rival for leadership, dismissed the concept of social tolerance, citing her own concerns about the
Hague, William
Margaret Thatcher, the esteemed Baroness, was the center of attention at the Tory conference, where her presence was met with a mixture of awe and anxiety. As she emerged from her deep blue Jaguar, resplendent in royal blue with big gold buttons, she exuded an aura of regal authority. Her
Hague, William
Big Country singer Stuart Adamson is reported to be safe and well in New Orleans, according to a reliable source close to the band. Adamson, 41, had been due to fly to Scotland for a series of concerts before going missing on November 18. Key Takeaways: * Stuart Adamson, the lead
Hague, William
Tory leader William Hague's efforts to reclaim the initiative over the Jeffrey Archer scandal have been overshadowed by embarrassing scenes at a byelection campaign event, where he was deterred from visiting local firefighters by a Labour party protest and later became frustrated by his own party's
Hague, William
The recent publication of memoirs by Conservative Party members, including Norman Lamont and John Major, has ignited a fresh round of debates about the party's past and its future under William Hague's leadership. The serialisation of John Major's manuscript in The Times has offered
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Former Prime Minister John Major's explosive memoirs, where he criticizes Margaret Thatcher's approach to Europe, overshadowed the start of the Conservative Party conference. Mr. Major accused Lady Thatcher of having a split personality on Europe, often being hostile in private while publicly expressing support. He also
Portillo, Michael
The sudden candid confession by Michael Portillo about his "gay experiences" has turned the Tory party on its head, making him a potential serious challenger to William Hague's leadership. Portillo's dignified behavior since losing his seat in the last election and his subsequent rebuilding
Portillo, Michael
Michael Portillo's recent disclosure about his "homosexual experiences" as a young man has sparked a wave of support from senior Conservatives, including party leader William Hague and former Chancellor Lord Lamont of Lerwick. The collective backing has solidified Portillo's position as a front-runner for
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Labour leader Tony Blair and Chancellor Gordon Brown yesterday accused the Conservatives of seeking to take Britain out of the European Union, with Blair labeling their strategy "a recipe for quitting Europe." The accusations came as Blair and Brown used their party's campaign events in Wales
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In the final phase of campaigning for the European parliament elections, Conservative leader William Hague sparked controversy by labeling those who argue for EU withdrawal as "fanatics". Hague's comments on BBC's On the Record programme diverge from the UK Independence Party's policy
