The Libdem leadership story in a nutshell
Reports | Guardian Unlimited Politics
Mr Hughes said.. in good hands with either of the contenders .. he declared his preference for Mr Clegg, he had "greatly impressed" him on the ..bench. ...prosper and flourish .. get across urgently the real need... liberal values... the norm. ...regretted the absence of a female."
" ...delighted to have Mr Hughes's backing... devotion ... party ...commitment ..diversity ... immeasurable," Mr Clegg said.