Amicable separation? COMMENT The policy of honesty. The might of right. The expediency of principle.

THE leadership of Kirklees Council is changing for the second time this year.

The Lib Dems are leaving the leadership coalition, saying they have seen the council through its 'crisis' period following the vote of no confidence in the former Tory administration in January.

This leaves Labour to lead the council alone. With only one seat more than the Tories, Labour's alliance with the Lib Dems increased their voting power. Now, the support of their former Lib Dem allies is no longer guaranteed. This could thwart Labour efforts to push policies through against resistance from other parties.

Most people are not too interested in the intricacies of council politics. But what the public will want to know is whether this leadership split will slow down progress on important decisions affecting their area.

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