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It's not only the public who are to be pursued by the politicians this election but the party faithful too.

made an effort to stoke the fires in the bellies of Essex's bright young things this weekend.

Bring on the boys.
and did a double act in Basildon to encourage the latest recruits.

Only youngsters were allowed to go - which ruled me out.

But I'm told Ed was grateful to local MP, Angela Smith, for providing some quality time with his sibling.

One can only imagine what it's really like being a member of the cabinet during an election campaign - you can kiss goodbye to your families, that's for sure.

David just edged it on the day, getting slightly more of the questions than his baby brother.

And the sprinkling of star dust over the young ones certainly seemed to do the trick; they left suitably impressed.

All the parties need to spread some love to their grass roots now.

With this, the tightest election for 18 years, the battle ahead will be a demanding one.

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