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
Community cash funds footballers
A new football team for people with disabilities has received funding from the Cheltenham Strategic Partnership.
27 Dec 2007
Asthma risk 'rises in menopause'
Women who are going through the menopause have a higher risk of developing respiratory diseases such as asthma, researchers say. In a study of more than 1,200 women, those who had not had a period in the past six months had worse lung function and more respiratory symptoms.
27 Dec 2007
Gene find boosts allergy research
Gene-targeting therapies could one day offer relief from allergies such as hayfever, say UK and Swiss scientists. A gene called "GATA-3" can stop the body's immune system from working properly when it meets potential allergens, they say.
27 Dec 2007
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
Shepway Liberal Democrats wish all our members, supporters, readers and their families and friends a very Merry Christmas and we look forward to working with you in the New Year.
24 Dec 2007
Council Leader: Christmas interview
Council Leader Councillor Alan Taylor in a Christmas interview with Rochdale Online reporter Jan Harwood answers questions on the Transport Innovation Fund bid, overcrowded trains, the Town Centre regeneration plans, increases in council service charges and explains what has impressed him most of the council's activities this year.
24 Dec 2007
No excuse for failing to deport foreign criminals say Liberal Democrats
Immigration officials have "no interest" in deporting foreign prisoners who have served less than 12 months in jail, a memo says. The document also says foreign nationals who are awaiting removal for immigration offences could be moved to open prisons, to create space in other jails. The admission was made by Prison Service deputy director general Michael Spurr to prison governors. Ministers first promised tougher measures in 2006 after it was revealed 1,013 foreign prisoners were not considered for deportation last year. They included serious offenders such as murderers and rapists, and the crisis led to the sacking of former home secretary Charles Clarke.
22 Dec 2007