A few things which have caught my eye this week, in no particular order…
- David Ottewell notes how strong political parties are at maths. Labour came last, which will come as no surprise to anyone who studies the Salford City Council budget.
- Iain Dale has been to Israel and written several must-read diary pieces.
- Tim Montgomerie questions Lord Mandelson’s comments about Russia.
- Bellgrove Belle is interested in Prime Ministerial campaigning at by-elections. Yes, I know that wasn’t posted this week but I have only just stumbled across it. Sorry Alison.
- On PoliticalBetting, Mike Smithson is confident of an Obama win.
- On PoliticalBetting, Morus is worried that Obama might lose.
- Gareth Quinn reports on Labour trouble in Tameside.
- Over at LibDemVoice, they are digesting a resignation that isn’t a resignation. Bizarre.
- Julian Sturdy offers a personal perspective on the Liberal Democrat defection in Harrogate.
- Last but far from least, Jake Berry points out how the Congestion Charge will affect residents outside Greater Manchester.
Any Questions For Hazel Blears?
Iain Dale is interviewing Salford MP Hazel Blears for a Total Politics article on Tuesday. He is asking his blog readers if they have any questions they think she should be asked. I’m sure readers here in Salford can think of a few suggestions… click here to suggest a question.