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I don't know of a single party that announced who they would go into a coalition with. Labour never said they were considering a coalition with the Ulster Unionists or the UDP. SNP never said they would support Brown's Labour government. So why just pick on the Lib Dems? "It would be "preposterous" for Labour to have its leader remain in Number 10 if it came third in terms of votes" "it was "potty" Labour could get fewer votes than their rivals but still try to form a government. " "Clegg has been quite clear: the party with the biggest mandate should have the first chance to form a government" For Clegg to go into coalition with the largest party is only a shock to those that never read his speeches. As opposed to the right-wing party of the previous government that allowed free reign to bankers, invaded Iraq, opposed strikes, wanted to renew Trident, increased surveillance, wanted ID cards and was introducing biometric passports. The Labour Party are just as right-wing as the Tories - in some ways, more so, in other ways, not. I, as a left of centre individual by instinct, feel far more betrayed by the above Labour policies than the LDs as a junior partner bringing the Tories to a far more moderate position. All for the price of a fairer tax system, a fairer voting system, more control over banking, a strong voice opposing foreign wars, a more stable government than the "rainbow alliance" and more power than the LDs have ever had in the last 80 years. LDs are in a junior position. Vote for them in the next General Election and I'm sure you'll get your wish if they form the majority government. After all, I'm sure you won't be voting a right-wing party like Labour, whilst someone like the SNP would have supported their policies in a Rainbow Coalition, so they're probably out for you as well. It's about time people realised that Labour abandoned socialism many years ago. The only left-wing thing about them is their history - and that's hardly something to vote for.

I liked Arfield. I thought he'd be perfect for Hibs or Celtic (sooner Arfield than N'Guemo), so a reasonable price in my opinion.

I've always liked Duff, especially when he's used in a more attacking way. Top 6 player IMHO.

Glenn Little was a fine winger. Not seen him in years mind you.

How about not taking on any players that aren't supporters of ICT. Rooney to go now! He's never supported Inverness and is only here for the money! Or perhaps it's time some people realised that, in the main, football players play for the job and the wage, not for the shirt. I'm sure there isn't one single player at ICT that wouldn't leave for a bumper wage packet at Celtic, Rangers, Man Utd, Liverpool etc etc. Not one.

How many times is that now? They get what they deserve. I've never been in favour of two Dundee teams and especially two Dundee stadiums, so hopefully this will lead to something good but it's getting a bit tiresome this happening every three years.

Sure. Two Highland derbies next year. Would be great. I know some will want them relegated but that's just a short 'ha ha' moment. Promotion would make the whole SPL season more entertaining.

For me, Ross County are Ireland to ICT being Scotland. Rivals? Sure, but also, I dunno, brothers (very much little brothers in County's case). In my view, our England are Livingston. County behind, but I hope they get back and win it.

I thought he did get treated pretty badly by both Butcher and the fans. Under Brew, Hastings not only had to watch the left-back position but, as Proctor (in central defence) wasn't strong enough to command that position, he was having to cover that as well. I remember fans getting on to Hastings for not supporting the midfield enough but, for me, he was put in an impossible position. And although DZ was exciting enough, ICT were constantly under threat from that position. Had we been playing a 5 at the back tactic, the DZ could have slotted in well at wing-back but for a back four, it should have been Hastings as first pick.

I'd certainly take Benji. Terrific player. Surprised he's gone.

I wonder how untapped a resource the League of Wales is? Doesn't really matter how good the actual set-up is, all you need is to find 1 or 2 unnoticed players and it's a successful mission.

None will come to us, sure (I don't know if the OP actually suggested any of this as a rumour), but just on the footballing front Goncalves, Stewart and Kingston were three of the best players outside the OF. Shame they're gone.

I think our next attacking mid should be more mid than attack. A more out-and-out striker is required and Moutinho doesn't fit that role. Good player but not what we need right now.

Decent player but let's look around first. Could be a better and younger version.

I've seen Russel the odd time on TV. Looked okay but lots of injuries. I wouldn't mind a trial plus a large bonus system/small wage in case his injury problems aren't offer.

I float but am closer to the Lib Dems than most. I'm glad they've done this. Looking at the policies it, rather surprisingly seems to have been mostly derived from the Lib Dem side with a couple of Tory pieces tacked on. I disagree entirely. The Lib Dems will have achieved far more in 2-3 years than they have in the past 80. We'll now have a fairer tax system, green policies and a referendum on a fairer voting system. We'll also have strong voices in Cabinet that won't follow a gun-happy president wherever he decides to blow up next. And what have they given up? - Trident? Would have been supported by Labour so no choice. - The Euro? Wouldn't have happened this parliament. - A referendum on any further Euro treaties? LDs are generally in favour of referenda - A cap on immigrants? It's not so much bad as stupid, as it only affects 1/8 of immigrants. And as the govt will be adopting the points system (as the LDs first proposed) to only let in well-qualified people in under-resourced areas, it's unneeded. - PR? Neither Labour nor Tory wants it, so would never pass, so AV being offered is a result not expected from the Tories. Even if the LDs are wiped out in the next couple of parliaments, it's still worth it to get these ideas through. Much better than perpetual opposition. Make no mistake, this govt is no more right-wing than the last one.

And why do you say that? The Lib Dems stood for: - no Trident (Labour wanted it) - proportional reform (Labour hadn't introduced it although they pretended they would) - more control over banks (Labour cosied up to the banks) - greater European integration (Labour never had the guts) - no illegal war on behalf of a gun-happy president (unlike Labour) It's Labour that became a bunch of Tories!

Some people don't know when they're better off.

Strange to think that there's no way Rangers could afford to buy Charlie Adam now.

I'd start with a 4-2-3-1, switching to a 4-1-3-2 if needed. Partly depends on who we get as players. Under Brew's players, I favoured a sweeper system (Proctor as sweeper, with Tokely and DZ as wing-backs) but we've not got those players at the moment, so that is currently out.

We would have won it by more goals if Imrie was in for Sanchez/Odi but so what? A decent player. Maybe next year we'll miss him but as long as you get promotion, you can't criticize the manager.

I'll be supporting Ross County, so England 100%.

I'd far prefer the Lab/Lib pact but I just don't think it's stable enough. So, to protect my savings (well, you have to don't you), I'd go for the Con/Lib pact. Naturally, it depends what's in there. If Vince Cable is a driving force, then I'd be relieved. George Osbourne is such a weak link. Even if Ken Clarke stepped in, I'd be happier. AV+ is a decent voting system and will almost certainly pass a referendum, so I hope that's not stopping the Lib Dems. I'd like to hear why the Lib Dems are delaying (although, I don't think it's too long). Labour just don't have the numbers, I'm afraid to offer long-term stability. So, if the Tories can offer it, then LD should accept. I'd love to hear what's on the table. I do think it's a bit rum English voters decrying that a UK govt should be made up of Irish, Welsh, Scots and English MPs, instead of just from an English, with some Welsh, party.

Surprised by this?!