Breaking Britain returns, this time it’s the schools
Why is so much of Britain’s infrastructure literally falling apart?
13 Sep 2023
News
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
Nuclear power not the answer to future energy needs - Chris Huhne
Responding to David Miliband's affirmation that the Government is considering a new generation of nuclear power stations, Liberal Democrat Shadow Environment Secretary, Chris Huhne MP said: "While Mr Miliband's acknowledgment of the scale of the climate change challenge is welcome, his comments on nuclear power are worrying. "Not only does nuclear cause a great threat to the environment through the large amounts of waste produced, but it is also economically unviable.
12 May 2006
Public inquiry over 7/7 attacks needed - Clegg
Responding to the Intelligence and Security Committee (ISC) report into the 7th July terrorist attacks, Liberal Democrat Shadow Home Secretary, Nick Clegg MP said:
12 May 2006
Farron calls for fair deal for hill farmers
Local MP, Tim Farron, highlighted the need on Wednesday for hill farmers to be given a fair deal by the Government. The Hill Farm Allowance, which rewards hill farmers for their stewardship of the land, is due to be replaced by a new reward structure in 2007. DEFRA is currently carrying out a consultation process on the new system.
12 May 2006
Lib Dems celebrate 2nd anniversary of European enlargement
20 years ago, during the cold war, few would have believed that Europe could heal divisions which had separated its people since the Second World War. The fall of the Berlin wall kick-started a process of rapprochement and reconciliation which led to ten new Members joining the EU two years ago - many from the old Communist bloc.
12 May 2006
Dundee LibDems welcome the Big Weekend to Dundee!
On the eve of the Radio 1 Big Weekend coming to Dundee's Camperdown Park, Dundee Liberal Democrats have wished the event every success and praised the BBC's choice of venue for this huge music festival.
12 May 2006
Tories lose out in Stoneleigh
The size of the Tory group on Epsom & Ewell Borough Council slipped to just one member last night as the RA regained the Stoneleigh seat in yesterday's by-election. Jim Dapre the Lib Dem candidate came third.
12 May 2006