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
Stop using our Open Spaces as a Racetrack
Councillor Wera Hobhouse has praised Greater Manchester Police after 11 bikers were fined in clampdown on off-road nuisance. Wera has joined with Councillors Jean Ashowrth and Brenda Kerslake in trying to find a suitable place for sensible off road bikers in the Rochdale Borough. She has issued the following statement:
11 Aug 2005
Rochdale Labour Party in crisis!
Rochdale Constituency Labour Party has been rocked by accusations of bullying and intimidation. The Rochdale Party has been suspended by the Labour National Party until the complaints are fully investigated. No fewer than 5 complaints have been made and it is expected that it will be not until September until the situation is resolved.
11 Aug 2005
The best place to live in the UK
It's official, Epsom & Ewell is the best place to live in the UK - according to a TV programme on Channel 4. Congratulations to the Officers of Epsom & Ewell Borough Council, especially Susan Bush the Press Officer, on the successful case they put to Channel 4 - an excellent match to the programme's 5 criteria of Crime, Education, Employment, Environment and Lifestyle.
11 Aug 2005
European Round Up from your Lib Dem MEP
Here is a round up of news stories from Andrew Duff, Liberal Democrat MEP for Epping Forest.
11 Aug 2005
Kent's Homophobic Helpline - 0800 3289162
A 24-hour free helpline for reporting homophobic hate crimes in Kent has been extended to cover the whole county. Previously only available in South East Kent, the service means victims of homophobic and transphobic crimes can report incidents via a dedicated telephone number.
11 Aug 2005
Regional Fire Control Centres could undermine public safety
It has been announcing that existing Fire Control Centres in England will be replaced with nine Regional Centres, the Regional Centre for the West Midlands will be based in Wolverhampton. Colin Ross, Wolverhampton Liberal Democrat spokesperson said "The Government has said there is a need to modernise the system, but this cannot be done in any way that endangers lives. The ODPM's one-size fits all approach to Fire Control Rooms is a mistake. If this goes wrong, there could be dire consequences for public safety."
10 Aug 2005