Motorists in Shrewsbury saving £9 a tank
Christine Tinker has praised the blocking of any increase in fuel duty. The announcement came as part of Wednesday's Budget, the last before the General Election.
CT
26 Mar 2015
News
Shrewsbury and Atcham News
Raise a glass to duty cuts on Beer and Cider - Christine Tinker
A cut on duty for cider, beer and whisky has been toasted by Christine Tinker.
CT
26 Mar 2015
“Local farmers will save £950 every year” says Christine Tinker
Christine Tinker has welcomed the announcement that self-employed local farmers can average their profits for income tax purposes from 2 years to 5 years to make it easier to plan and invest for the future.
CT
26 Mar 2015
£905 tax cut for people in Shrewsbury
Working people in Shrewsbury will benefit from a £905 income tax cut by 2018 thanks to a flagship Liberal Democrat Budget policy, Christine Tinker said today.
CT
26 Mar 2015
Don't Forget Apprenticeships On Results Day!
Apprenticeships offer a great next step no matter what your exam results, Liberal Democrat Christine Tinker said today.
CT
14 Aug 2014
Number Of People In Work Equals Record High
The number of people in work in the UK has equalled a record high showing we are on the road to recovery, Christine Tinker said today.
JT
18 Jul 2014
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