My point is that, between them, these peers can raise up a formidable alliance in the Lords, capable of re-writing and toughening up any financial services regulation the Chancellor puts forward - crossbenchers, bishops, Labour, Lib Dems and at least a substantial minority of Tory peers.

BBC: Week ahead in committees

The company recently announced its first affinity card in partnership with wetlands and waterfowl conservation group, Ducks Unlimited, (See New Alliance Between Ducks Unlimited And Discover Financial) which is responsible for marketing its branded card services to the group?s 600, 000 plus adult members.

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