News

Press release on the Autumn Statement.

Lib Dems condemn “chaotic and incompetent” budget

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.

Standing by the people of Hongkong

A million Hong Kong citizens went on a peaceful demonstration in Hong Kong on 12th June 2019 protesting against the government's proposed Extradition Bill. Not only did the Hong Kong government refuse the demands of the demonstrators to retract the Bill, but they also described the movement as a "riot". The police used heavy handed tactics to disperse the crowds including deployment of tear gas and pepper water spray, cornering and beating up protesters with police clubs and the making of arrests.

Local Councils can and should do more says Cllr Roodhouse

Councillor Jerry Roodhouse has written to the local papers arguing that local Councils can, and should, be the voice that shouts at Westminster to change and act now to support communities.

Hope Church Fete 22nd June

Chirbury Family BBQ 22nd June

The Lib Dems gain a seat in Erewash

Hopefully you will have received the borough council's newsletter, EBC today. It's an "election special", with details of all the results of the elections of May 2nd.

Liberal Democrats Jonathan Wallace chosen for Northumbria PCC by-election

Liberal Democrats have chosen Gateshead Councillor, Dr Jonathan Wallace, to be their candidate for the Northumbria Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) by-election on 18th July.