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
Stop Speeding Damage
Following repeated destruction of the fence at the corner of Theydon Road and Great Gregories Lane in Theydon Bois former county councillor Janet Whitehouse arranged for a week long assessment of traffic speed. Some residents wanted speed calming measures such as chicanes but county council officers say only lines and signs are permissible because the road is part of the county council's strategic road network.
16 Sep 2005
Shepway Sea Defences Under Threat?
Conservative Council plans to CUT almost 10% of the Coastal Protection Maintenance Budget have been condemned by local Lib Dems. According to official Council papers, Conservative run Shepway Council agreed in July to divert money from sea defences to subsidise cesspool emptying across the district.
15 Sep 2005
UHS Supermarket - Latest
It is understood that changes are being made to this Planning Application. As a result it was not on the agenda for 8th September and might not be considered in October either.
15 Sep 2005
Liberal Democrats launch libdemnhswatch.com
The Liberal Democrats have today unveiled a new campaigning website - libdemnhswatch.com - to help paint a true picture of the National Health Service. The website is designed to hear feedback and concerns from thousands of patients and medical professionals. The site will be promoted up and down the country - through local Liberal Democrat constituency parties and specialist organisations.
15 Sep 2005
UN document is a missed opportunity
The United Nations World summit, which begins today may be set to end in disagreement as rows continue over a number of key issues, including the definition of terrorism, non-proliferation, and reform of the UN. The United Nations final draft document has little progress on plans for UN reform or on aid. There is no new money for aid or debt relief, and the language on fair trade has been weakened. Nor has there been movement on climate change, arms proliferation or expansion of the Security Council.
15 Sep 2005
Liberal Democrats host rare seminar between Israeli and Palestinian politicians
Liberal Democrat MP Tom Brake and former speaker of the Northern Ireland Assembly Lord Alderdice are hosting a seminar, sponsored by the Westminster Foundation for Democracy, between Israeli and Palestinian politicians from today until 15th September in Belfast.
14 Sep 2005