Relations between Clarke , Major good - spokesman .
LONDON 1996-12-06
Relations between Chancellor of the Exchequer Kenneth Clarke and Prime Minister John Major are good despite media reports of a rift over European policy , a spokesman for Major 's office said on Friday .
Asked about the reports , the spokesman said : " Relations are good . "
Asked about Major 's mood after a day of media speculation about his political fortunes , the spokesman said : " He is resolute .
He is getting on with the job . "
The spokesman said he was not aware of any meetings overnight between Clarke and Major , nor of any talks between the prime minister and parliamentary business managers .
Both Major and Clarke were in their constituencies on Friday .