John Prescott, Labour’s Deputy Prime Minister, made headlines during the lacklustre 2001 general election campaign when he punched a protester who hit him with an egg, leading to a moment captured on camera that dominated the news. Despite fears of resignation, Tony Blair downplayed the incident, emphasizing Prescott’s importance in embodying traditional Labour values and connecting with party activists. Prescott’s upbringing, working-class roots, and political journey, from academic struggles to union activism to high ministerial office, shaped his reputation as a forceful and passionate figure in the Labour movement.
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Prince Harry among claimants told to limit legal costs against Daily Mail publishers to £4m
Prince Harry and other claimants in a legal action against the Daily Mail publishers have been instructed not to exceed £4.1m in costs, significantly less than the proposed £18.7m. The group, which includes notable figures such as Sir Elton John and Liz Hurley, are suing ANL for alleged misuse of private information, a claim the publisher denies. High Court judges ruled that the total spending for both parties should be around £4.1m for the claimants...
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