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By Ian Dunt Labour is facing a wipe-out during this week’s European and local elections, with polls indicating it is being disproportionately affected by the expenses scandal. There are already calls for Gordon Brown to quit after the elections, with health secretary Alan Johnson the clear favourite to take over. Speaking on the Today programme… Read more »
By Jonathan Moore Campaigners knocking on doors ahead of Thursday’s local elections have faced increasing hostility over the MPs’ expenses row, with some even reporting incidents of physical violence. Last week thisissomerset.co.uk reported a candidate had been assaulted while out canvassing in an incident reported to the police. He was kicked in the back following… Read more »