Victor Chandler offer 5/1 on Blunkett returning in 2005

A great price of 5/1 is available on David Blunkett returning to the Cabinet during 2005. The 5/1 from VC compares with just 7/4 on the same punt from Bet365 and we do not think it will stay at that level.

It ‘s not often that two bookmakers offer such differing prices on the same market and, in our view, it is Chandlers which have got it marked wrongly. Get on now while it lasts.

If, as is likely, Tony Blair is returned at the General Election then big ministerial changes are expected and Blunkett could be re-introduced then. Certainly the chances must be better than 5/1.

In the past Blair has shown himself to be loyal to his political friends – just look at the “three times” returned Peter Mandelson.

A great value bet and great Christmas present.

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Mike Smithson