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The coalition partners who suffered a midterm drubbing at the hands of disgruntled voters in the local elections have pledged to remain united and to focus on the economy
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Fuel prices to be shown on motorway signs under plans from No 10
Aim is to help drivers avoid high costs as Conservatives compete with Labour, which has sought to highlight the pressure on Britain’s squeezed middle
Clegg doubts wisdom of childcare reforms
Deputy PM doubts move would reduce costs
Childcare providers cast doubt on plans
Big providers says revamp will raise costs
David Cameron puts immigration at heart of push before election
Miliband attacks slim bill package
David Cameron dumps clean living evangelism to counter Ukip rise
PM’s agenda seeks to please Tory ranks
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