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
Action not talk required on climate change
The possibility of environmental disaster in Europe as a result of climate change has been presented at a meeting of Europe's agriculture and environment ministers. Speaking ahead of the meetings between the Agriculture and Environment Councils on the impact of climate change upon agriculture, Liberal Democrat Shadow Environment Secretary, Norman Baker MP said "Climate change is clearly already upon us and we need to take action that will enable farmers to successfully adapt to the changes it will bring."
10 Sep 2005
Orange mast in Court Rec. denied Planning Permission
Despite a recommendation by council planners to approve the controversial Orange Telecoms mast in Court Rec., Lib Dem Cllr Paul Green skilfully persuaded the Planning Committee to reject it. Only Cllr Alan Carlson (Labour) supported it, claiming that within 6 months of installation everyone would forget their objections and accept it.
10 Sep 2005
Report highlights failings in council's customer services department
EPPING Forest Council's customer services department is failing residents after a new report revealed less than a third of calls are being answered.
10 Sep 2005
Colin Ross visits Trinity Training Services
Colin Ross, Liberal Democrat Parliamentary Spokesperson from Wolverhampton South West yesterday attended a breakfast meeting with Trinity Training Services. Colin heard a presentation and then participated in a discussion about issues that concerned Trinity, such as the Education Maintenance Allowance. After the breakfast Colin had an opportunity to meet some of the trainees.
10 Sep 2005
Goodbye to Wansfell College
The sale of Wansfell College has fallen through at the last stage on several occasions, reports former Theydon Bois county councillor Janet Whitehouse. This time, however, it is certain. Contracts were exchanged on 19 August and completion is due 28 days later.
10 Sep 2005
Toni calls for more police
Local campaigner Toni Powell is campaigning for more police on patrol to crack down on rising anti-social behaviour in New Romney. The Lib Dems have also slammed Conservative run Shepway District Council for ignoring calls to buy a new specialist machine to remove graffiti in our area.
9 Sep 2005