Spin Me ????

Gordon Brown will hit back at criticism of his decision not to hold an autumn election when he faces the press and fellow MPs later.

The prime minister's decision sparked claims he had reverted to spin and put his party before the country.

He is expected to mount his fightback at the monthly Downing Street press conference.

Mr Brown will also go before the House of Commons to make a long-awaited statement on Iraq.

He is expected to set out a "comprehensive" vision of his policy in the country.

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