I WAS flattered to be nominated as the next Deputy Prime Minister (Letters, April 12) but I do not fancy following after John Prescott. Many people say to me "I wish you would stand for Parliament!" I would accept the job of Prime Minister - but is there a party who would accept me?

David Quarrie,

Lynden Way,

Acomb,

York.

Updated: 10:22 Monday, April 21, 2003