Nick Clegg sends second letter to Sir Thomas Legg on MPs expenses
Leader of the Liberal Democrats, Nick Clegg, today wrote again to Sir Thomas Legg regarding his investigation in to MPs...
CW
14 Oct 2009
News
Shrewsbury and Atcham News
Problems for pensioners
Dr Charles West and Prof. Steve Webb Liberal Democrat spokesman on work and pensions met representatives of the Shropshire Association of Senior Citizens Forums to discuss pensions and pensioners.
CW
13 Oct 2009
Shrewsbury Liberal Democrats welcome High Profile visitor
Professor Steve Webb the shadow secretary of state for Work and Pensions visited Shrewsbury yesterday. Together with Dr Charles West, local Liberal Democrat campaigner, he visited the Jobcentre and the Citizens Advice Bureau (CAB) to see how the recession is affecting working people in Shrewsbury. They also talked to members of the Shropshire Senior Citizens Forums about the impact of proposals to raise the retirement age to 66.
CW
8 Oct 2009
Pensions Spokesman rebuttal of Tory policy
Ahead of his visit to Shrewsbury tomorrow, the Liberal Democrat Shadow Work and Pensions Secretary, Prof. Steve Webb MP., has responded to a Conservative announcement about raising the age of retirement.
CW
6 Oct 2009
Local Action Day on Unemployment
The Liberal Democrat Shadow Work and Pensions Secretary, Prof. Steve Webb MP., is heading to Shrewsbury on Wednesday 7 October to discuss plans for tackling rising unemployment in a series of discussions with local stakeholders and members of the public.
CW
2 Oct 2009
Lib Dem Doctor could win in Shrewsbury
Lib Dem Doctor could win in Shrewsbury
CW
1 Oct 2009
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