CW
3 Feb 2010
News
Shrewsbury and Atcham News
Liberal Democrats announce education funding commitment for Shropshire
The Liberal Democrats have announced a major funding commitment to boost education in Shropshire.
CW
1 Feb 2010
Lib Dems vow to put extra £2.5bn into schooling to help poor children
Nick Clegg says his party would fund extra tuition and reduce class sizes in less advantaged areas
CW
1 Feb 2010
Cameron and Osborne at sixes and sevens over deficit plans says Cable
"The Liberal Democrats have been arguing for some time that there should be five tests on when and how we start to cut. This must reflect the position of the economy rather than political expediency," said the Liberal Democrat Shadow Chancellor.
CW
30 Jan 2010
Tories didn’t take economic reality into account says Cable
"A lasting and sustainable recovery can only be achieved if we correct these fundamental imbalances," said the Liberal Democrat Shadow Chancellor.
CW
29 Jan 2010
Default retirement age should be scrapped says Featherstone
"The threat of enforced retirement at 65 is totally unacceptable," said the Liberal Democrat Equalities Spokesperson.
CW
25 Jan 2010
UK Lib Dem news
Economy & Business
Backing Hospitality for Growth and Jobs
Hospitality businesses are vital for jobs, economic growth, and thriving communities – our new policy backs hospitality, helping pubs, cafés, restaurants, and hotels not just survive, but thrive - supporting local jobs and boosting the economy.
DC
20 Sep 2025
Universities & Skills
Opportunity For All
Skills shortages are holding back our economy, while investment in training has plummeted and opportunities to re-skill remain out of reach for too many people. Our reforms will give everyone the tools, support, and confidence to succeed at any age.
IS
20 Sep 2025
Latest UK News
Freedom From Harm - Gambling as a Public Health Issue
Liberal Democrats have passed bold new policy to put public health at the heart of gambling regulation. These reforms would save lives, raise hundreds of millions for NHS treatment, and finally hold the industry to account.
MW
20 Sep 2025
Health, Care & the NHS
Getting Emergency Care Back on Track
Our NHS emergency services are in crisis – with patients dying in A&E waiting rooms, hours-long ambulance delays, and unsafe ‘corridor care’ becoming routine. Our new policy will restore dignity for patients, protect NHS staff, and save lives.
HM
20 Sep 2025
Crime & Policing
Policing Fit for the Future
Years of Conservative neglect left our policing system in crisis - our bold new policy will make policing fit for the future, putting public safety first, ensuring everyone can feel safe in their home and on their street.
LS
20 Sep 2025
Education, Children & Schools
Backing Youth Work to Build Communities
Youth work changes lives by providing safe spaces, building skills, and improving life chances for young people. Our members passed a new policy to back youth work, calling on the Government to prioritise it in their upcoming National Youth Strategy.
MW
20 Sep 2025