of writing, has been chosen by the Government to succeed Andrew Motion. She has won out after Andy Burnham, the Culture Secretary, introduced a new "selection process" for the role, with the general public given more of a say.
Poetry lovers were encouraged to "vote" for their preferred candidate by writing in to ministers, while the views of writers and academics were also canvassed.
from Telegraph: Carol Ann Duffy tipped as new Poet Laureate
also Independent: Carol Ann Duffy: A poet laureate with a twist
also The Scotsman: After 340 years, Scot set to be named as new Poet Laureate
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Looks like she's thinking about it: The Times: Carol Ann Duffy has yet to make mind up on being next poet laureate. But, she will not be offered the laureateship unless she is sure to accept it. But again, she must have known she was high on the list. So, how can this be? We'll know in a day or two I suppose.
Yours,
Rus
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