Fed: PM rules out 2008 election

AAP General News (Australia)
08-30-2007
Fed: PM rules out 2008 election

JOHN HOWARD has ruled out the possibility of an election next year.

The prime minister's told ABC Radio he hasn't decided when to hold the federal election
.. but it won't be next year.

Under Commonwealth law .. the election must be held by next January 19 .. and must
be called between 23 and 31 days before the nominated date.

Mr HOWARD has also once again denied he's considering retiring .. and says as long
as his party wants him .. and it's in its best interest .. then he'll stay on.

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KEYWORD: ELECTION HOWARD (CANBERRA)

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