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
Paisley and Renfrewshire
Energy price cap increase: Renfrewshire Lib Dems call for energy social tariff
Scottish Liberal Democrat research recently found that 96% of Scottish adults who are worried about the cost of heating have changed how they heat their homes this winter, to help keep bills lower.
AH
28 Feb 2025
Cost of Living Crisis
Portsmouth's Lib Dem Council Launches Pension Credit Roadshow
With the Labour government forcing thousands of people to choose between heating and eating with the removal of the Winter Fuel Allowance, Portsmouth's Lib Dem-led council doubles down on efforts to support the most vulnerable people in our community.
28 Feb 2025
Budget
We voted against the budget this year and here is why
When we think back to last year, we had a severe issue with the non-delivery of savings for last year’s budget which meant we had an in-year deficit of £11m, which took a lot of time and effort to close.
CCH
28 Feb 2025
Starmer US visit: Age of Europe relying on US is over
Commenting on the press conference between Starmer and Trump, Liberal Democrat Deputy Leader Daisy Cooper MP said:
27 Feb 2025
From the Leader: Why Council Tax had to go up
Unpalatable choices have been forced on all councils as they struggle with increased demand for services, especially in adults and children’s social care, and rising costs in the delivery of those services.
27 Feb 2025
From the Chamber: Our Local Politics
Last Thursday, 20th February, there was a full council meeting to set the council’s budget for the next financial year and as a result, I find myself reflecting on the state of local politics.
27 Feb 2025