Just as a member of the cabinet has to tow the government line if they wish to remain in the government
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A member of the government remains that regardless of being rejected as a member of the cabinet.
And it is "toe the line" not "tow the line", which is a nautical term.
Give me strength. No wonder this union is in such a mess.
Apologies mods, but it is British Airways we are discussing. I'd expect a little knowledge of British politics.