Dr Jebb and others expressed concern that, like any extreme diet, Atkins could pose long-term health risks.

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One of those gains was the seat of the Liberal Democrat party leader on Staffordshire County Council, Christina Jebb.

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High up in the Staffordshire Moorlands in the village of Endon, Liberal Democrat candidate Christina Jebb has her campaign leaflets set out on the dining table.

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Holly Jebb, who works as a legal secretary, hypnotherapist and songwriter, said her love of craft beer drew her to Mr. Casselman's candies, which she sends to friends as gifts.

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Mrs Jebb has revelled in her role as a leading voice of opposition to the Conservative administration in the county, but is equally proud that her party is in national government.

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