Real Tories don't vote Portillo
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The reaction among some members of the UK Conservative party to revelations by Michael Portillo that he had homosexual experiences as a young man highlights the fact that the Conservative party is adapting only very slowly to changing attitudes within society on issues such as homosexuality. This is because there is no lead from the top of the party. Fewer Conservatives are now openly hostile towards homosexuals, but they still show themselves to be narrow-minded. It is likely that Portillo will come under close scrutiny as he seeks election as MP for Kensington and Chelsea, London, England.
Publication Name: The Independent
Subject: Retail industry
ISSN: 0951-9467
Year: 1999
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Mr Hague can't win until he makes us listen to him
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Opinion polls indicate that the UK Labour party is still much more popular than the Conservative party. Indeed, some observers have indicated that Conservatism could vanish as a key electoral force. However, Prime Minister Tony Blair is much more cautious about the Conservative party's prospects. He is aware that losing the referendum on European monetary union membership that must be held eventually would cause very serious damage to the government. The Conservative party would not be able to take advantage of this unless it improves its performance at the next election.
Publication Name: The Independent
Subject: Retail industry
ISSN: 0951-9467
Year: 1999
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The press pack and the quarry celebrate 10 years of the chase
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The work of the UK Press Complaints Commission (PCC) is discussed on the occasion of the regulatory body's 10th anniversary. Particular attention is given to the PCC's relationship with celebrities.
Publication Name: The Independent
Subject: Retail industry
ISSN: 0951-9467
Year: 2001
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