Seeing the New Democracy MPs storm out of the Greek parliament on Friday, and refuse to back the MTFS, has got their leader Antonis Samaras instantly crossed off the Christmas card list of every centre-right party in Europe.
The Springboks ran in four tries in Udine as Italy paid for an early yellow card to Simone Favaro as wing Bryan Habana crossed for a try after Morne Steyn hit the post with the penalty kick from in front of the posts.
Ulster had to defend stoutly following hooker Matt Sexton's yellow card in the 58th minute and just before the Kiwi returned, Armitage crossed for the Exiles third try.
Crockett crossed over in the 70th minute after a sublime break by Nick Abendanon and Robinson's late yellow card for an illegal tackle compounded Bristol's misery.