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
Consultation on the Bedford Borough’s Library Service enters its Second Stage
Bedford Borough Council is working to develop a library strategy which will set out the vision for library services in the borough over the next few years. The library consultation process began earlier this year.
15 Jun 2016
How the East of England benefits from the EU... Research and education
The text below has been reproduced from the Liberal Democrats' national website at...
LD
15 Jun 2016
Haringey Labour failing to deliver on new homes manifesto promise
Labour are failing to meet their local manifesto promise for 250 new council built homes in Haringey, according to the Lib Dem...
HLD
14 Jun 2016
Lib Dem campaigner joins with national figures to say 'Britain is stronger in the EU!'
A Lib Dem campaigner in Hinckley and Bosworth has joined with national political figures to promote a 'remain' vote in the upcoming referendum on Britain's membership of the European Union.
14 Jun 2016
One size doesn't necessarily fit all - effective partnership to meet local bus needs
The introduction into Parliament of the Bus Services Bill offers the NECA area an opportunity to secure real improvements to the bus network, including greater ability to agree routes, timetables, and fares. However, care needs to be taken as the Bill progresses to ensure that key challenges are safely overcome. In particular, an approach allowing for separate schemes covering the Tyne & Wear conurbation and the Durham and Northumberland areas would have more merit than a one size fits all approach. It is in the interests of NECA, Nexus, the bus operators, and passengers to ensure there is effective partnership between operators and councils to ensure services meet local needs. Many of the desired improvements, including real time information, and smart ticketing can be secured through better collaboration between NECA and operators. Progress on these issues is being held back by the limitations of Nexus's technical systems. Whilst the idea of London-style franchising is attractive, the London model is
14 Jun 2016
Farron Campaigns For Europe
Westmorland and Lonsdale MP Tim Farron joined with local activists on Saturday to campaign for Europe.
14 Jun 2016