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
Gorton is a chance for Manchester to say no to hard Brexit
As the Prime Minister prepares to trigger Article 50 tomorrow, the Liberal Democrats have emphasised that it is still possible for people to stop a Hard Brexit and that the by-election in Manchester Gorton will be a chance to force Labour and the Government to "change course."
28 Mar 2017
Ultrafast broadband arrives in South Lakes villages
Local MP Tim Farron visited Crosthwaite on Friday to celebrate the arrival of ultrafast broadband to three South Lakeland villages. He said it will provide a "major boost" to local residents and businesses, and called on the government to do more to help connect rural communities.
28 Mar 2017
Outrage as taxi rank slashed at busy train station
Local taxi drivers have been left up in arms following the news that the number of taxi rank slots at Oxenholme station is set to be slashed. South Lakeland MP Tim Farron has labelled the plans "unhelpful" for the public and "unfair" on taxi drivers, and is calling on the station authorities to reconsider the plans.
28 Mar 2017
Farron bids for parliamentary debate on schools funding
South Lakes MP Tim Farron has applied to hold a debate in parliament on schools funding, after the Schools Minister confirmed in a meeting last week that Cumbria's schools were in line for a £23million cut in funding by 2020.
28 Mar 2017
Lib Dems condemn poor rates of return and secrecy as Surrey County Council bets the house on property investment
Liberal Democrats have condemned proposals for Surrey County Council to dramatically increase its property investment portfolio of commercial buildings , whilst at the same time removing the opportunity for scrutiny before decisions are taken. Currently, proposals to purchase commercial properties are brought before the county council's Cabinet for decision, albeit in private, whereas under the new arrangements the Cabinet would receive information on purchases after the decision has been taken.
28 Mar 2017
Surrey Lib Dems attack “brutal” Tory cuts as millions are slashed from services
Liberal Democrat councillors have strongly criticised the Conservative-run County Council's plans to axe millions from essential services for Surrey residents, which were finally revealed today.
28 Mar 2017