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
Lib Dem Action plan for improving UK armed forces' welfare
Vince Cable MP, Acting Lib Dem leader, has set out an action plan for improving UK armed forces' welfare. He said Labour and Conservative governments had failed to maintain the military "covenant" in which governments ensure the welfare of armed forces, especially in areas such as medical care and housing. The Lib Dems are calling a debate in the Commons on Wednesday in which they will seek a more formal and accountable form of the covenant, with annual reviews in Parliament.
10 Dec 2007
Paul Rowen MP interrogated by police!
Rochdale MP Paul Rowen has spoken of his support for Rochdale's police officers. Mr Rowen was talking after it emerged that Home Secretary Jacqui Smith MP has decided not to honour an independent decision of the Police Arbitration Tribunal. This was to backdate the 2.5% pay rise for police officers. Mr Rowen has received dozens of complaints from serving officers in Rochdale.
10 Dec 2007
Wera welcomes Nick Clegg to Middleton
Heywood and Middleton Parliamentary Spokesman Councillor Wera Hobhouse recently welcomed Nick Clegg, Lib Dem leadership contender and Shadow Home Secretary on his flying visit to the Rochdale area, along with taking time out to discuss local issues in Heywood and Middleton he talked about his ambitions for leading the party.
10 Dec 2007
Local campaigner chosen to fight for Epping Forest
Liberal Democrat members in Epping Forest constituency this week chose local councillor, Ann Haigh to challenge Eleanor Laing and the Conservatives at the next General election.
10 Dec 2007
Support Al Gore in Bali
In three days Al Gore is going to address the UN Climate Change Conference in Bali, Indonesia. At his urging, people around the world are signing an important petition showing their support to his important call for a visionary treaty to address the climate crisis. We hope you will too.
9 Dec 2007
Osteoporosis 'link to depression'
Depression may increase the risk of the bone disorder osteoporosis in pre-menopausal women, a study suggests. A US study found 17% of depressed women but just 2% of those not depressed, had thinner bone in a part of the hip.
9 Dec 2007