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David Miliband says his family will "stay strong" if his brother Ed also runs for the leadership of the Labour party. At the moment he's the only declared candidate for the role.
Cameron 'expecting great things' from civil servants
David Cameron has told civil servants he is "expecting great things" from them, after chairing the first meeting of his new cabinet at Number 10.

The Prime Minister answers listener's questions, hosted by Nicky Campbell.

Victoria's programme came live from Leeds where she discussed the issue of crime with 200 listeners and a panel of senior politicians, includnig Alan Johnson, Chris Grayling and Chris Huhne.

Most opinion polls still point to a hung parliament. That means there could be deals to be done to make sure one of the big parties get power.
Crime debate challenges parties
The Labour, Conservative and Lib Dem men vying to be home secretary have been challenged over drugs, prisons and fear of crime in a radio debate.

Infront of a live audience in Birmingham with John Pienaar for analysis, Tony Livesey hosts the debate reaction
Parties battle over family and crime plans
Labour have attacked their rivals' plans as a "coalition of cuts for children", while the Tories say "big government" has failed to fix Britain.

On St George's Day, the leader of the BNP launches their manifesto, concentrating on immigration, defence and the economy
Talking immigration in Luton, part 1
Victoria's programme came live from Luton in front of an audience of 200 5 live listeners. They were joined by representatives from the three main parties, the BNP and UKIP to talk about immigration. Many people got in touch on 5 live Connect.
Talking immigration in Luton, part 2
Victoria's programme came live from Luton in front of an audience of 200 5 live listeners. They were joined by representatives from the three main parties, the BNP and UKIP to talk about immigration. Many people got in touch on 5 live Connect.

Nicky Campbell hosts the phone in with guest Nick Griffin.
Cameron: Don't treat public like a 'bunch of mugs'
David Cameron has said politicians must stop treating the public like a "bunch of mugs" in thinking only new laws and more money can solve problems.
What do you want to ask Nick Griffin?
The leader of the British National Party took questions from listeners about his policies and the upcoming election. Many people got in touch on 5 live Connect.

Peter Allen asks representatives of the three main political parties how they would tackle crime and disorder in England and Wales.
Key exchanges in the prime ministerial debate
The first prime ministerial TV debate has now taken place, with all three parties claiming that their leader came out on top.

The Liberal Democrats launch their election manifesto with an introduction from 5 live's Chief Political Correspondent John Pienaar

David Cameron delivers the Conservative Party manifesto for the General Election 2010. With analysis from John Pienaar.

5 live's Economics Editor, Stephanie Flanders examines the economic proposals in Labour's manifesto. Chief Political Correspondent, John Pienaar also analyses Labour's proposals.

Victoria's in Bromsgrove joined by Hilary Benn then Tony Wright (Lab), Simon Hughes (LD), Grant Shapps (Con) and Keith Brown, SNP.

Gordon Brown launches Labour's election manifesto

Nicky Campbell asks the audience "What would you put in your manifesto?" We get your view of what you want the parties to be putting in their manifestos.
DNA database debate is 'confused'
Gordon Brown has been accused of confusing the role the DNA database played in the capture of murdered Sally-Anne Bowman's killer.
Anger about 'stitch-up' over Digital Economy Bill
Ministers have been accused of a "stitch-up" to pass laws cracking down on digital piracy before the election.

On the day the general election is announced, Victoria speaks to six candidates planning to stand in Watford. She also hears from the Lib Dems' Norman Lamb and the Conservative's Jeremy Hunt.

Standing in the shadow of Westminster Bridge, David Cameron pledges his future government, should the Tories win the election, will tackle the economic deficit and restore trust in politics.
Digital Economy bill faces further scrutiny
Controversial elements of the Digital Economy Bill will face further scrutiny even if the bill is passed later, Commons Leader Harriet Harman says.
What do you want Britain to look like after the election?
Victoria's programme came live from the marginal seat of Watford on the morning the general election was officially called, where she asked listeners for their thoughts on what they wanted to change in Britain.

Jack Straw, one of three Labour MPs to have served in every Cabinet since 1997, answers questions on a possible hung parliament, the general election campaign and eradicating sleaze in Westminster.

Gordon Brown has promised to secure the economic recovery, halve the budget deficit and make Government more accountable. Labour, Lib Dem, Conservative and SNP politicians debate.
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Talking about crime in Leeds
Victoria's programme came live from Leeds where she talked about crime with a panel of senior politicians and 200 listeners. Users of 5 live Connect got in touch with their opinions.
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