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
Lib Dems attack PM for abolition of 10p rate
The abolition of the 10p income tax starter rate was announced in Gordon Brown's last budget, in March 2007, but only came into effect at the start of the 2008/9 tax year on 6th April. Labour MPs have known about this measure for a year. Most of them, including those who have recently raised concerns about the impact, voted for the budget resolution on 18th March 2008 that specifically abolished the 10p rate.
11 Apr 2008
High Court says dropping of BAE-Saudi corruption probe was unlawful
The High Court today ruled that the Serious Fraud Office (SFO) was wrong to drop an investigation into alleged bribery in a massive arms deal between BAE Systems and Saudi Arabia. The decision represents a stunning victory for Campaign Against Arms Trade and Corner House Research, which campaigns against corruption in international trade, as well as a major embarrassment for the Government.
11 Apr 2008
Loseby Pushes Shepway Planning on Lydd Airport Lighting: Shepway Planning Ask Lydd if they need Planning Permission...
Lib Dem New Romney Coast Councillor Val Loseby has been pushing for Shepway Council action over the increasing number of large and intrusive lights being erected at Lydd Airport (LAA). After months of correspondence, the Planning Department has now written to the airport - asking them to confirm if the airport believe they need planning permission for the lights!
11 Apr 2008
Dad and daughter head for the polls
POLITICS has taken over the Clarke household.
PJ
10 Apr 2008
Dundee LibDems call for a secure future for public service broadcasting
Dundee LibDems today (Thursday 10th April) called for a secure future for public service broadcasting, following the publication of radical suggestions put forward by media regulator Ofcom.
10 Apr 2008
LIB DEMS CELEBRATE TA CENTENARY
100 years ago the Territorial Army was set up during the great reforming Liberal Government of Lloyd George. This 'citizens army' or as it is more generally known "The Territorials" did sterling service as a reserve for the Regular Army during the first world war and right up to present day conflicts.
10 Apr 2008