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British forces announce their exit from Iraq - but the shadow of the conflict still haunts the country
Clegg hints at investigation of Iraq leak

By Ian Dunt Nick Clegg has suggested an investigation into British military behaviour could take place following the Wikileaks release of thousands of confidential documents. The deputy prime minister, who was a passionate opponent of the Iraq war, refused to explicitly demand an investigation but said the allegations should be “looked at”. “You can argue… Read more »

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The coalition government is vulnerable to public anger over the spending review
Spending review: Anger and conscience

By Ian Dunt The political aftershocks of the spending review continue to dominate the British political landscape today, as politicians and activists struggle to come to terms with its repercussions. Talking to Radio 4’s Desert Island Discs, deputy prime minister Nick Clegg said he had searched his conscience to justify the cuts to public spending… Read more »