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
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
Mike Treleaven chosen as the official candidate for the Totnes Liberal Democrats
At Mike's adoption meeting Adrian Sanders said: "We Liberal Democrats prize freedom of the individual, underpinned by a safety net for the vulnerable in our society. We are defenders of public services, free at the point of use. We are internationalist in outlook - pro UN, pro-commonwealth and pro engagement with Europe. Our Liberal Background makes us wary of an over-mighty state and dedicated to civil liberties. We are enthusiasts for the green agenda and see ourselves as custodians, not exploiters, of the planet.
15 Apr 2005
Toilets Re-opened
The brick toilet in Bakers Lane car park is open again. It is available for use Monday to Saturday 9:30am to 4pm. Epping Lib Dem town and district councillors campaigned for Epping Town Council to take over the toilets and re-open them 66 years ago but, at the time, were unsuccessful.
15 Apr 2005
Hughes in town
Lib Dem President Simon Hughes visited Folkestone today to back Peter Carroll's campaign to beat Michael Howard. Speculation is growing that Mr Howard could lose his seat after 22 years of being our MP.
14 Apr 2005