Ian Dickens Productions and Derby Theatre said they had spoken with the cast and will go ahead with the rest of the performances.

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Mr Allawi and American officials in Iraq argue that, since the insurgency is mainly concentrated in a few areas, the election could go ahead in the rest of the country, and would be legitimate even if the rebel strongholds did not take part.

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The ceremony is due to go ahead at Ballymena's Galgorm Manor, in front of the couple's remaining 65 guests, whether or not the rest of the wedding party arrives in time.

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