article_snippet.sent: In an unusual intervention in contemporary politics, former prime minister Sir John Major warned the Conservatives in Thanet represents a 'real and present danger' to the future of the United Kingdom.
article_snippet.sent: That is dangerous,' the Labour leader said. '
article_snippet.sent: Former Scottish Secretary Lord Forsyth said talking up the threat posed by the Scottish nationalists was 'short-term and dangerous'.
article_snippet.sent: I fear for the country if this were to happen.'