The Tories have opened up a clear lead over Labour when voters are forced to choose between the two parties, a new poll shows. Some 41 per cent of voters would prefer a Conservative government led by David Cameron, while only 36 per cent favour Ed Miliband leading a Labour administration. With 101 days until the election, pollsters say ‘many voters have lost faith in Labour’ but they have not yet been convinced by the Tories, with 42 per cent believing they are still the 'nasty party'. Scroll down for video The Tories have opened up a five-point lead over Labour when voters are forced to choose between the two parties, but the gap is driven by falling enthusiasm for Ed Miliband taking power
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41% want Tory government with Cameron, 36% want Labour with Miliband
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Pollsters say ‘many voters have lost faith in Labour’ over last two years
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But public remain unpersuaded that the Tories are on their side
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42% of voters say they still view the Conservatives as the 'nasty party'
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