And then there was four

The SDP had its original "Gang of Four" and now there is a new one - this time each acting as individuals fighting their own corner for the leadership of their party.

I remember speaking to a very senior Lib Dem at their Conference who told me there was no way the party would be allowed to swing further to the Rright - so Orange bookers be warned.

Does the fact that Ming is overtly state that he will take the party to the left tell us where the votes are withing the Lib Dems.

Perhaps if Mr Campbell becomes leader the party will need more than Flash Gordon to save the party!