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Lucy Powell
Age: 50
Born: 1974
Born: October 10
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The Tories seem unable to make any impact north of the border.
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A global deal will only be possible if Britain plays its part, leading the way with other developed countries.
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There's a loss of faith in the banking system that for so long has been the backbone of prosperity and growth.
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Events are moving so fast and what in one moment seems impossible, the next is happening. I'm sure historians will, in time, provide theories and analysis, but for now I think most of us simply want the tide stemmed.
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In politics, the number of women in the cabinet has fallen and, if current poll trends continue and Labour loses a number of marginal seats, the number of female MPs is likely to drop significantly.
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It's estimated that by 2030 there will be virtually no unskilled jobs in the British economy.
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At times unpopular measures are needed in order to change behaviour.
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As the prospect of a Tory government gets nearer, many traditional Labour voters - some who switched away in recent times and many who stayed at home - seem more determined to prevent that happening.
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I just hope that the democratic will of the Zimbabwean people prevails. If it does we must move quickly to help restore stability and prosperity.
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Indeed, when all parties campaign effectively the overall effect is to push up voting rates, as you see in tight marginal seats or close general elections. That must be good for democracy.
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The era of industrial Britain, where a large section of our workforce provided cheap labour in factories and processing goods is over.
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In Scotland, the indication is that for the Westminster elections at least, Labour voters are satisfied with their government.
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The cost of motoring is a massive issue at the moment, there's no question. The price of petrol goes up every time you go to the petrol station.
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People rightly want our political leaders - on all sides - to concentrate on minimising the damage to jobs, living standards and our savings from the banking crisis.
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The impact of the downturn is starting to feel very real. House prices and the housing market have been taking the knock for some time and that's affecting people.
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Today the demands are for even higher standards in the quality of care, for greater flexibility and convenience in treatment times, and for more prevention through screening and health checks.
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These are tough times and under this Tory-led government many people in Manchester are suffering and getting left behind. If elected I will use all my energy, skills, experience and knowledge to stand up for our communities and get things done for the better.
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Although my seat is a contest between Labour and the Lib Dems, it could well make the difference between a Labour and a Tory government at the next election. In terms of international development, this choice is a very clear one.
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Team GB's success at the Beijing Olympics can, in part, be said to have been made in Manchester. For example, all the cycling medal winners trained at Manchester's velodrome, the National Cycling Centre.
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Sixteen- and 17-year-olds pay taxes and can join the army, so surely they should in turn be given their right to vote.
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