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
WOW - What's on Where
Dan File of Sandgate School, did an incredible job of setting up this event, where dozens of organisations displayed their particular clubs and activities. The Leas Cliff Hall came alive when the children of Sandgate School arrived to enjoy the practical activities on offer.
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8 Jul 2010
North East MEP backs Bank Bonus Crackdown
North East MEP Fiona Hall, has welcomed today's vote (7 July 2010) in the European Parliament restricting bankers' bonuses in Europe and seeking to ensure that banks are sitting on stronger capital reserves than before the financial crisis. The Liberal Democrat MEP also heavily criticised UKIP and BNP for voting against the tough new laws.
7 Jul 2010
Court ruling secures freedom from persecution for LGBT asylum seekers
Commenting on today's Supreme Court ruling that it is not acceptable to refuse asylum to an individual on the basis that they can hide their sexuality to avoid persecution, Lib Dem deputy leader Simon Hughes MP said: "I am delighted this ruling recognises the rights of gay asylum seekers, ensuring their freedom from persecution around the world.
7 Jul 2010
Stonehenge Visitors Centre Funding Withdrawn
The decision by the government to withdraw its share of the funding for the new visitors' centre at Stonehenge gives an opportunity to look again at the way the monument and its surroundings are managed, according to Wiltshire Liberal Democrats.
7 Jul 2010
Council asked to support Freedom Bill
Liberal Democrat councillors Jon Hubbard and Peter Colmer have asked Wiltshire Council to write to the government to support the restoration of civil liberties and the rolling back of the Labour Government's 'database state'.
7 Jul 2010
Cllr Sawyer's statement on ending of BSF funding
"We are extremely disappointed with the decision to cancel the Building Schools for the Future Programme (BSF). The programme represented a once-in-a-generation opportunity for vast investment to transform schooling in Bedford Borough, and it is obviously a major blow that the programme has been brought to an end before that investment was made.
7 Jul 2010