What could possibly go wrong?


Leicester Mercury – May 12, 2005:

The Liberal Democrats have joined forces with the Conservatives last night to bring an end to Labour’s rule in the city.

Before the pact was formed, Labour leader Ross Willmott had warned another change in the leadership would cause political instability that could jeopardise investment in the city.

Leicester Mercury – May 18 2006:

Seven Liberal Democrat city councillors have resigned from the party, which runs the city council in coalition with the Conservatives, after internal elections on Tuesday.

In a further blow to the ruling administration’s majority, an eighth Lib Dem last night joined the rebels’ new group, the Focus Team. The group of rebels was behind a failed election bid to oust Lib Dem leader Roger Blackmore last week, the Mercury understands.

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