Breaking Britain returns, this time it’s the schools
Why is so much of Britain’s infrastructure literally falling apart?
13 Sep 2023
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Press release on the Autumn Statement.
Lib Dems condemn “chaotic and incompetent” budget
17 Nov 2022
Sewage in our Rivers
The sheer quantity of raw sewage being dumped into Britain’s rivers and coastal areas is a scandal and a disgrace.
14 Sep 2022
Ministers should hang their heads in shame over McKinnon case
Commenting on the High Court decision not to overrule the extradition of Gary McKinnon, Liberal Democrat Shadow Home Secretary, Chris Huhne said: "This judgement is a hammer blow to a vulnerable man and his long suffering supporters.
3 Aug 2009
Lib Dems make a splash at Brighton Pride
The Liberal Democrats were well represented at the weekend's Pride in Brighton and Hove event. Top Lib Dems Brian Paddick and Lewes MP Norman Baker joined around thirty activists from the local party and DELGA.
3 Aug 2009
Sharon Bowles to head powerful EU Economic Committee
Liberal Democrat MEP for the South East, Sharon Bowles, has secured one of the European Parliament's top jobs.
2 Aug 2009
END HOSPITAL RIP-OFF NOW, SAY BEADLE
The family of an elderly Gosforth man have spoken out after being hit with a bill of nearly £100 for TV and telephone services during his three-week stay at hospital.
2 Aug 2009
Nick Clegg calls for openness in the Iraq Inquiry
Tony Blair and Gordon Brown must not be allowed to escape the spotlight of the Iraq Inquiry, says the Liberal Democrat Leader.
1 Aug 2009
Lib Dems lead call for review of highways contract after projects come in 21% over estimate
Surrey County Council's local committee for Epsom & Ewell received a report that an overspend of £75,000 was incurred on a range of highways projects undertaken in the borough within the last financial year, so the funds available for the current year have been reduced accordingly. Questioning from the committee revealed that the 21% excess of costs over budget arose because prices quoted for projects are based on estimated costs. The contract agreed by Conservative-led Surrey County Council does not require the contractor to be held to this estimate and allows the contractor to charge whatever the work actually costs.
1 Aug 2009