SIR: Who is Christine Adams trying to fool as she attempts to picture Labour party members squirming under Tony Blair's leadership? If this is the case, then why does membership continue to rise? Compare this to an aged Tory membership that can't even make up its mind on who should be Chancellor.

Ms Adams tries desperately to divert attention away from the fact that her party is falling apart.

I suggest Ms Adams starts explaining to other working class people why they should not have a minimum wage or rights against unfair dismissal, should not receive help with training or should pay more VAT on fuel.

Mr Paul Osborne, Loxham Street, Bolton

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