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
News from Rickmansworth Liberal Democrats
Three Rivers District Council (TRDC) has successfully prosecuted 2 more cases of unlawful disposal of waste (tipping/ dumping) in the district. They were fined £3,753 and £797 - we hope these fines will deter other offenders and help protect our environment. …………………………………………………………. A recent report drew attention to the 700 species of wild flowers that grow on our roadside verges, and that 10% are at risk of extinction because the verges are cut too early in the season. This is also not helpful for the bee population.. The Highways Authority feels it must do this early cutting to protect sight lines Are we all content with this or should we try to identify areas where mowing could be deferred until later in the season? If you have views do let TRDC know, please. ………………………………………………………………….. TRDC Planning Committee refused to give retrospective permission for very large, very bright blue panels on the rear fire escape stairs and access walkway on the back of Greville House, Chorleywood Cl
24 Jun 2015
Farron: 130 businesses started under enterprise allowance scheme
South Lakes MP Tim Farron has welcomed new figures showing that 130 people in Westmorland & Lonsdale have been helped off benefits and are now running their own businesses, under the New Enterprise Allowance scheme.
24 Jun 2015
Fire Station roundabout - junction Wolverton Rd/Marsh End Rd/High St.
Fire station roundabout junction to be resurfaced thanks to pressure from Lib Dem Focus Team.
24 Jun 2015
MP praises council over business hub
South Lakes MP Tim Farron has praised the council for 'backing business' and supporting the creation of a business hub in Kendal.
24 Jun 2015
Good News – Rugby’s unemployment continues to fall
There are two ways of counting unemployment. The first is a sample of the population called the Labour Force Survey which asks people whether they want work and cannot get it. The second is a count of the number of people who claim job seekers allowance. Figures for the second method of counting unemployment are released every month and show that in May the number of people unemployed (and claiming job seekers allowance) fell by 23 to 575.
24 Jun 2015
Folkestone Town Forthcoming Event: Blessing of the Fisheries
Councillors join a procession from St Peter's Church to the Harbour where a short service will take place to bless the fish, fishermen, allied trades, services and protectors. The procession is then led back to the Church.
24 Jun 2015