Are we really going to be subjected to this? Having that man as the Prime Minister for twelve years – the banning prime minister – was bad enough, but the thought of his being Pres for a few years at the top of European politics is really too much to bear. At the risk of sounding unpatriotic, reach for the ‘sick bag’ for me, please. – ©Mark
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MAIL Online: Tony Blair is Labour's choice to become President of Europe, a minister let slip last night.
The Europe minister Glenys Kinnock has revealed that Gordon Brown has formally chosen to endorse his predecessor for the lucrative new post.
In a press conference at the European Parliament in Strasbourg, she said: 'The UK Government is supporting Tony Blair's candidature for President of the Council.'
The move has dismayed the Tories, who have accused Labour of a 'stitch-up'.
And Lady Kinnock's admission provoked consternation in Downing Street, which mow must face questions over the role played by Lord Mandelson in the decision. What a stitch-up! Government backs Blair as President of Europe - but did Lord Mandy twist PM's arm? >>> Tim Shipman | Thursday, July 16, 2009
