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Labour’s closet republicans: 8 in the morning – November 18th

By Mark Ferguson / @markfergusonuk * Steve Richards engages in a spot of "what if" on the monarchy. * Why does David Laws ignore the possibility of a Lib/Lab coalition? * Gove's plans are too timid, says John McTernan. * More crisis talks…

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By Mark Ferguson / @markfergusonuk

* Steve Richards engages in a spot of “what if” on the monarchy.

* Why does David Laws ignore the possibility of a Lib/Lab coalition?

* Gove’s plans are too timid, says John McTernan.

* More crisis talks for Ireland.

* Armed forces morale “badly damaged” by cuts…

* Statistical sleight of hand by government over tuition fees?

* Peter Watt on the policy making process.

* And judgement has been reserved in the Phil Woolas case.