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Peter Mandelson moans about Nicolas Sarkozy
Mandelson complains over Sarkozy intervention

European Union trade commissioner Peter Mandelson has complained French president Nicolas Sarkozy has “undermined” him. Former minister Mr Mandelson’s comments on BBC2’s Newsnight programme came after Mr Sarkozy criticised the stance being put forward by the European Union on agricultural policy. “I am being undermined and Europe’s negotiating position in the world trade talks is… Read more »

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Blair's knife crime comments attacked by Tories
Tories cynical after Cherie’s knife crime comments

Cherie Booth’s admission she is concerned for her children’s safety on Britain’s streets has been seized on by shadow home secretary Dominic Grieve. The wife of former prime minister Tony Blair made the comments to the Commons’ home affairs select committee yesterday. “As a parent I am concerned about what’s happening when my children go… Read more »