NEW Labour was absolutely itching to declare war on Iraq. Yes, roll up for the greatest computer game in history - using real bullets and actual people!

It's funny though, but if you meet a Labour voter in the street, they always deny any collusion regarding the war.

This is the best of both worlds. First, one is seen to vote correctly and thus able to look Hugh and Penelope in the eye the next time one meets them at playgroup. Second, one stresses that the bloodshed is nothing to do with oneself as whatever has happened was not done in one's name. Pass the bucket.

War is politics by other means. And Britain embarked on the Iraq folly on the basis of lies. The result has been permanent anarchy in the region, billions of pounds down the drain and almost a hundred British dead. The Iraqi casualties are now well in excess of 100,000.

Those who voted for Blair should reflect on their sins and ask for forgiveness from whoever is their God.

However, if they really want a just crusade, why doesn't New Labour invade Zimbabwe?

It cannot be denied that there are plenty of good reasons. British-born farmers have been dispossessed, a million people are homeless and the economy is in tatters. And perched right on top of this dung heap of country is a village tyrant with a silly moustache that somehow reminds me of someone. To the colours, comrades!