More Quarry Pool delays a major setback for Town Centre residents
Yet more delays have been announced for re-opening of the main Quarry Pool, due to ‘unforeseen’ circumstances.
20 Jan 2023
News
Shrewsbury and Atcham News
Lib Dems call to bring back ‘Freddie the Freighter’ in alternative budget
‘Freddie the Freighter’ estate skips helped residents get rid of bulky waste until the new council was formed.
17 Jan 2023
Councillor calls on Cabinet to scrap plans for ‘Remembrance Day Tax’
Under new Shropshire Council proposals, Remembrance Day parades will not be exempt from charges for road closures.
13 Jan 2023
High water and flooding a ‘smelly reminder’ of the state of the Severn
As Shrewsbury heads into flooding season, local councillor Alex Wagner says that high water is a ‘smelly reminder’ of sewage dumping on our doorstep.
7 Jan 2023
Save Shrewsbury Swimming Club!
Shrewsbury’s 128 year-old swimming club at risk of closure unless £7,000 can be raised by mid January.
16 Dec 2022
Liberal Democrats call for ‘Vision Zero’ ambition to end to deaths on Shropshire’s roads
Liberal Democrat councillors have called on Shropshire Council to set a target date for an end to road traffic collisions which cause death and serious injury.
12 Dec 2022
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