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Blair admits he has lost touch with grass roots.

Byline: JONATHAN OLIVER

TONY BLAIR will this week face the toughest party conference of his political career as he is forced to admit that his leadership has lost touch with rank-and-file members.

He will also acknowledge that controversial New Labour policies have been poorly presented and will pledge that future ideas must pass a 'fairness test'.

But Mr Blair will refuse to concede he was wrong over Iraq, and there will be no U-turns on plans which have sparked a revolt by party members and unions and which threaten his premiership.

The Prime Minister's speech in Bournemouth on Tuesday could make uncomfortable listening for Middle England as he appeals to ...

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