Can you possibly make one single post without belittling me? There was a vote planned by the opposition, newspaper journalists have been ringing round Tory MP's to find out how many would vote against their own chancellor on this issue - and the answer was quite a lot - so I think it's pretty clear why he postponed the rise.

You just can't help yourself can you?

Edited by jamie745 on 29/06/2012 at 01:31

There was no vote pending it was signed and sealed wasn't even to be discussed in parliament why the chancellor revoked the measure we will never know the truth,I should read Hansard if you want facts regarding the House.

That's not the way it's been reported by Parlaimentary correspondents in broasdsheet press. They report a Labour motion to postpone, or a at least a credible threat of one - political opportunism but what else do expect from politicians. Signs that Tories, some of whom are in fairly open rebellion against Dave C, might support. Dave'n' Gideon then announce a climbdown . Obviously no need for motion; withdrawn or not laid by proposers.

Chloe Smith and Justine Greening, both of whom have been saying increase will happen are left out to dry.

D'n'G have previous for this, particulalry with women Ministers hence theoutrage of mongst others, Nadine Dorries - who's got nothing to lose as her seat will be chopped and it's clear she'll whistle for another. .

Edited by Bromptonaut on 29/06/2012 at 08:46