Mr Portillo must beware the embrace of Mr Clarke
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The possibility of Kenneth Clarke supporting Michael Portillo in a campaign to become leader of the UK Conservative party is discussed. In backing Portillo, Clarke has indicated that he is the most effective Eurosceptic rival to party leader William Hague.
Publication Name: The Independent
Subject: Retail industry
ISSN: 0951-9467
Year: 2001
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Another crucial step in Portillo's Progress - but can the Conservatives ever become New Tories?
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Michael Portillo's bid for the leadership of the UK Conservative party is discussed. It is suggested that losing his seat at the 1997 election actually proved beneficial to his long-term political career.
Publication Name: The Independent
Subject: Retail industry
ISSN: 0951-9467
Year: 2001
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Sadly, there is no alternative: it just has to be Mr Portillo
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The prospect of Michael Portillo becoming leader of the UK Conservative party is considered. It is argued that there is currently no viable alternative to Portillo, who must face the challenge of reviving the party's fortunes.
Publication Name: The Independent
Subject: Retail industry
ISSN: 0951-9467
Year: 2001
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