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
Exit Strategy! by Councillor Nail Mahmud.
The last few weeks have been historic for our country - a time when the worst kept secret in the country finally came true. The time Tony Blair delivered his "exit strategy" If only he'd announce it for the troops in Iraq before he went too.
28 May 2007
Paul Rowen MP's Letter from Parliament
Last week I was leading for the Liberal Democrats on the Concessionary Bus Fares Bill. This law was promised by the Chancellor Gordon Brown last year and extends concessionary bus passes to a nationwide scheme. I broadly welcomed it. It will mean for example that someone visiting their daughter in Scarborough or London would be able to use the buses there free. There are some concerns however, it does not extend to community transport or the dial a ride scheme that currently operates in Deeplish and for which people have to pay 50p. Other anomalies include real concerns that Councils are fully reimbursed for the cost (important in towns like Blackpool who have many visitors) and the fact that carers and people suffering from mental disabilities are excluded. I will be tabling amendments during the committee stage of the bill to deal with these.
28 May 2007
Chance to have your say on congestion charges
People throughout the borough are to be asked their views on possible charges for using some of the busiest roads in Greater Manchester. Leaders of all 10 Greater Manchester councils will be asked on Friday 25 May to approve plans for a six-week public consultation exercise on a proposed bid for £1.1 billion investment in transport across the region, including possible congestion charges.
28 May 2007
Lib Dems recognised as "most gay-friendly" party - research
Stonewall research conducted by YouGov says that the Lib Dems are perceived as the most gay-friendly party in Britain.
27 May 2007
Conservatives vote in 147 more flats in Wharf Road
At the Planning meeting on Wednesday 23rd May 2007, the Conservatives voted through the final phase of the 350 flats on the old gas works site in Wharf Road, now known as "The Base", despite strong protests from the Liberal Democrat group.
27 May 2007
What Have They Got To Hide?
Local Liberal Democrats have criticised Labour MP for Stockton South, Dari Taylor, for supporting a Conservative Bill to exempt MPs from the Freedom of Information Act.
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27 May 2007