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Tony Blair, Labour leader, on changing Clause IV
If this is what Andy Cole wants and if it is what Kevin Keegan judges to be correct, then so be it. But I am a little sorry.
Cardinal Hume, Newcastle United supporter, on the transfer of Cole to Manchester United
Goddamn, I'm going to have to watch every politically incorrect word I say.
Neil Kinnock, after an MEP interpreted his remark that "faith may move mountains" as a threat to the Alps
We would not want patients all round the country to get the idea there were have-a-go nurses going around trying out operations.
Royal College of Nursing representative after allegations that a theatre sister removed a patient's appendix
He is very happy staying where he is and indulging in his love for cans of super lager.
Royal Parks policeman telling the Princess of Wales about a tramp whom she saved from drowning
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