I have just finished reading the Guardian's commentary to day on the detailed text of the coalition agreement. I conclude that no, the L/Ds did not and cannot win. And nor can the people of the country.

Did you read the small print on the national insurance surcharge (planned to form part of deficit reduction, by New Labour)? The ConDoms are actually planning to relieve employers from their part of the contributions (by shuffling thresholds) but leave the burden on the employees.

And keep your eyes peeled for further "assessment" of the West Lothian question.

Bastard betrayers of their constituency.