Why did Jack Straw threaten to punch Ed Balls lights out ?

Question

Apparently he was rude but what did he say ?

Answer 1

Doesn't matter what was said, just a pity he didn't follow through with his threat.

Answer 2

He said you are a poor man Jack - a man of straw.

Jack replied i bet you havnt got the balls to come here and say that!

I know it is a pathetic attempt at humour.

Answer 3

I can't imagine that Jack Straw could punch his way out of a paper bag!

Answer 4

`Balls` said "I`ve drawn more expenses than you."

Answer 5

They were apparently having a full and frank exchange of views (or blazing row) about who was responsible for dealing with youth crime.

This was mentioned in today's Guardian but there's no link I can find to the relevant article - it's on page 3 in the G2 supplement.