Former MP Helen Clark wins appeal against conviction...

Former Peterborough MP Helen Clark behaved 'shamefully' in a city hotel, but not criminally, an appeal judge has ruled.

As I posted at the time of her conviction, I guess you could still see the video of the incident if you want to judge for yourself. It was mysteriously leaked to utube - and then pulled following representations from Helen.

But I'm sure it's out there somewhere.

Ex-MP convicted after visit to The Old Soke...

Former Peterborough MP Helen Clark went ballistic in a drunken rage when she was denied more drink, a court heard.

It's a sad old business, and I hope I'm forgiven for smiling at the name of the bar where it happened: The Old Soke at the Great Eastern Hotel opposite Peterborough Rail Station...

You may recall that video of the astonishing outburst appeared on U-Tube some months ago. It was removed after Helen Clark apparently threatened legal action. I chose not to post the video itself, but if you're determined, I'm sure you can still find it on the t'internet. But be prepared for a shocking, but truly pathetic performance from someone who you may decide has a very serious problem.

I sincerely hope she's getting the help she clearly needs.

UPDATE: Guilty verdict.

Ex Labour MP to face trial...

Former Labour MP Helen Clark is to stand trial on charges of drunken and abusive behaviour, according to the Peterborough Evening Telegraph.

I don't know if the charges relate to the same incident which appeared on u-tube a couple of months ago.

The ex-MP for Peterborough who lost her seat in the 2005 General Election - and days later announced she was defecting to the Tories - threatened legal action against U-tube and the video was removed after a couple of days.

If you're determined, you can still find it on the internet...