I was surprised to observe today that a group of Year 10 students only recognised two of the above politicians (and one of them not even British). More about this later. Now, though, a few useful links:

About My Vote: If you don’t do politics, there’s not much you do do.

They Work For You: Your local MP does indeed work for you. Find out what they have said in Parliament, what their voting record is, and their outside interests.

Europe Counts: The Official 2004 European Elections Website. Voting takes place on the 10th June 2004. How does this vote affect your life?

Downing Street Says: Every day the Prime Minister’s Official Spokesman meets a small coterie of political journalists known as ‘the lobby’ for a topical chat, or ‘briefing’. Find out what she says here.

I wonder how much more recognition Michael Howard would get if he were one of the Marx Brothers: