Catherine Bennett: What madness makes Tories think that fat is a political issue? - The Observer 31st August 2008

Even as they preach against the evils of obesity, some Conservatives are not exactly setting a good example Is it too late to save Eric Pickles from himself? By rights, the popular architect of the Tory victory in Crewe and Nantwich should not have much longer to wait before he becomes chairman of his party, replacing Caroline Spelman (victim of unfortunate mix-up involving public money and her children's nanny). When they were invited to pick a fantasy chairman to preside over the party conference, visitors to the Conservative Home website recently offered Pickles their overwhelming support, with 52 per cent of the vote.

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Marianne Kirby: Fatness is not a disease - The Guardian 28th August 2008