[Livia]

Originally Posted by GiRTh

I kind of agree. UKIP and the conservative remind me of the relationship between the republican and the Tea party in USA. They say a lot that people want to hear but ultimately they cant be taken seriously. I don't think there are enough like minded people in this country to give UKIP a serious shot at power. They'll cause a few upsets but will not make much of a dent IMO.

That's a good comparison, I can see that.

Unfortunately, a lot of the Tory Old Guard are now turning to UKIP. I know this because they're taking the time to get in touch, cancel their membership and tell us why, and all these letters and emails are filtering through to backbenchers... which is why they're standing up to Cameron. Unfortunately, by the time most people realise that UKIP have no real policies, it'll be too late. I mean, they were voted in to countless county seats on the strength of European issues. They're making the right noises and people are being led along. Their real test of power is going to be next year's European elections. It'll be make or break for the Tories, I reckon... and at the moment it's looking more break than make.