He has been re-elected leader of the British Labour party, despite a coup attempt, because he wants a fair society for everyone, says Tom O’Connor

GORDON BROWN yesterday launched a distinctly Blairite Labour manifesto for the general election, promising to reform public services to “put people in charge” and pledging not to raise income tax rates.

British Chancellor Gordon Brown today indicated that he expects a fight for the Labour leadership when Tony Blair steps down as prime minister.