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
Rover: Many questions to be answered say Liberal Democrats
As MG Rover workers begin to receive their redundancy notices, Liberal Democrat Shadow Trade and Industry Secretary, Malcolm Bruce said If there is an enquiry into the collapse of MG Rover, then it must be at arms length from Government and focused on what can be learnt. There are a number of questions that need to be answered that relate to the conduct of the Government and the DTI as well as the Phoenix directors."
16 Apr 2005
Labour Minister urges Lib Dem vote to beat Howard
Labour Minister Denis MacShane has urged local Labour supporters to vote Lib Dem to beat Michael Howard in Folkestone & Hythe. Speaking in Maidstone, Mr MacShane said "Everybody in Folkestone should unite to get rid of Michael Howard."
16 Apr 2005
Pavement Parking
County councillor Janet Whitehouse has received many complaints about cars parking on pavements.
16 Apr 2005
Liberal Democrats take the lead on the environment
Charles Kennedy, Leader of the Liberal Democrats, today underscored his Party's commitment to the environment by highlighting the 'Green Thread' that runs throughout Liberal Democrat policy. The Liberal Democrat manifesto, launched yesterday, includes green action points in every policy area.
15 Apr 2005
Stephen Robinson urges close monitoring of postal votes
West Chelmsford Lib Dem Parliamentary Candidate Stephen Robinson says that a dramatic rise in the number of applications for postal votes has raised concerns about electoral fraud. He said, "A survey conducted by the Times found applications had increased by as much as five times in some marginal seats, compared with the 2001 election. Applications overall had almost trebled since 2001."
15 Apr 2005
Kennedy launches Lib Dems manifesto
Charles Kennedy has presented a programme for the government of Britain based on "dignity for older people, real opportunity for our children, and a fair deal for families" at the launch of the party's manifesto for the 2005 General Election. West Chelmsford candidate Stephen Robinson welcomed the programme, entitled "The Real Alternative".
15 Apr 2005