Wendy Cope, a favourite for the post of poet laureate, said: 'It means nothing. It is not important'
Three of the leading contenders to be Britain's first female Poet Laureate have ruled themselves out of contention for the post.
The ancient role, currently held by Andrew Motion and remunerated by 630 bottles of Spanish sherry, is due to be reappointed next year.
But hopes that the 10-year tenure, whose previous incumbents have included Ted Hughes and John Betjeman, could go to a woman look set to be dashed.
Almost none of the leading female poets are interested in the position. Read the rest of the article in The Independent.
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