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In reply to the discussion: Codswallop! Pensioner handbags health minister outside No 10 [View all]LeftishBrit
(41,175 posts)18. Actually, I think it's more Cameron who is following Lansley's orders on this
You'd be right in general; but Cameron is weak and lazy and likes the trappings of power without the effort. So he generally lets his ministers do as they please. While at the same time being, so rumour has it, a complete bully toward individual MPs who seek to rebel against the government.
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The Brits have a way of telling you that you are full of $#!* and you enjoy it.
liberal N proud
Feb 2012
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Actually, I think it's more Cameron who is following Lansley's orders on this
LeftishBrit
Feb 2012
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