But being heard over the din of Labour's death throes - Nick Clegg's words not mine - will be difficult if not nigh on impossible.

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For Wainwright's new album was written during the final throes of his mother Kate McGarrigle's life and tonight's performance is a dedication to her life.

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And it could be a rival to Singapore's tourist industry, which is in the throes of repositioning itself for the beginning of the next century.

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