The 2015 Popularity Contest (aka UK General Election )

[davek]

Has to be a blow to the Tories after their 'big news' on the economy.

Internal Labour polling also apparently showing a swing toward them in England and Wales of over 5%.

 

[chewee]

The problem for Labour is these gains will probably be offset by losses in Scotland.

 

[Milk]

Listening to him speak, he is head and shoulders above any contemporary British politician.

To which I would add that he is also remarkably adept at lining his & his family's pockets.

"Cool Britannia" still makes me cringe .. but each to his own

Vote Loony. In a mad world, it's a vote for common sense

 

[Brennan]

Would be interesting if the Tories had to consider a pact with UKIP to avoid a Lib/Lab coalition.

 

[Goat]

Really starting to like the look of UKIP yano.

 

[roydo]

Would be interesting if the Tories had to consider a pact with UKIP to avoid a Lib/Lab coalition.

If they did have to consider it, then it would probably mean they were the largest party, and if the numbers stacked up, a repeat of the last coalition would probably be more attractive to Cameron. Or maybe not.

Scotland will win anyrate. One way or another.

 

[roydo]

yano.

A what now?

 

[Goat]

A what now?

Prolly gone vote for Faregagaga yano?

 

[Brennan]

If they did have to consider it, then it would probably mean they were the largest party, and if the numbers stacked up, a repeat of the last coalition would probably be more attractive to Cameron. Or maybe not.

Scotland will win anyrate. One way or another.

The Liberals couldn't do it, i don't think. Would absolutely destroy what little support they have left.

 

[bluemangroup]

Prolly gone vote for Faregagaga yano?

Go and burst yourself.

 

[Goat]

Go and burst yourself.

You want this?

 

[bluemangroup]

You want this?

You know it

 

[davek]

Would be interesting if the Tories had to consider a pact with UKIP to avoid a Lib/Lab coalition.

Ukip and the Tories would mean an early EU referendum. If it takes Britain out of the EU that's exactly what the Tory leadership dont want; if the referendum result sees us remain in the EU that would leave Ukip as a loose cannon partner of government for the rest of the parliament. I dont see what's in it for the Tories.

There's only three coalitions that will work: Tory/LD or LP/SNP or LP/LD.

 

[roydo]

Ukip and the Tories would mean an early EU referendum. If it takes Britain out of the EU that's exactly what the Tory leadership dont want; if the referendum result sees us remain in the EU that would leave Ukip as a loose cannon partner of government for the rest of the parliament. I dont see what's in it for the Tories.

There's only three coalitions that will work: Tory/LD or LP/SNP or LP/LD.

But Cameron has promised (again) and "In/Out" referendum. I know he doesnt want one, well I dont "know", but my guess is he doesnt in an ideal world. So yeah, he would much prefer a LD coalition.

I am resigned to a coalition of some sort, just do not want UKIP or the SNP anywhere near one. I fear I will be disappointed.

 

[Brennan]

Quite brilliant speech.

Totally clarity relating to the choice facing the country, isolationism and austerity under the Conservatives with a massively disruptive and unnecessary referendum versus Labour, protection of public services and a vote for social and economic inclusion.

If there was ever any proof needed that a leader needs presence...