Lord Lucan probably committed suicide in the Channel after leaving Britain, according to his best friend.

BBC: Lucan 'committed suicide'

In an interview in 2000, Aspinall said Lucan probably committed suicide by scuttling his boat in the English Channel.

BBC: Witnesses reveal Lord Lucan's 'secret life in Africa'

"I am excited by Channel 4's plans for their coverage and the way in which they have committed to expanding the profile of jockeys, trainers and horses, " said Balding.

BBC: Clare Balding to present Channel 4 racing coverage

The BBC News Channel's chief political correspondent Norman Smith said both Mr Cameron and Mr Clegg were fully committed to the coalition and neither wanted an early election.

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