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Quarry Swimming Pool Survey Results

Following reports that the Quarry Swimming Pool and Fitness Centre was going to be sold and a new facility built at Sundorne Sports Village, Shrewsbury and Atcham Liberal Democrats wanted to find out what people thought of these plans. We circulated an on-line survey to find out how people would be affected, with the hope that future decisions by Shropshire Council would take people's views into account. It is clear from the survey that moving the pool would be very unpopular. It is also clear that it would severely limit access to swimming facilities for a significant number of regular pool users. We believe that people of Shrewsbury are best served by a swimming pool in the Town Centre, and we hope that Shropshire Council will direct its efforts towards finding a way to keep the swimming pool in the Quarry

17 Jul 2014
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COUNCILLOR PAID £13,000 FOR CHAIRING 4 PUBLIC MEETINGS

Research by Shropshire Lib Dem Councillors have discovered that the Council has spent a total of £67,165 since the Council Elections held in May 2013 on allowances for the 5 Chairs of Scrutiny Panels who have met, in public on average, only 6 times each. One has only chaired 4 meetings (and cancelled 7), that's £3358 per meeting.

CT
17 Jul 2014
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Keeping us Safe AND Free

The Coalition Government announced yesterday that legislation on phone and internet records would be fast-tracked through Parliament, in response to existing EU laws being struck down by the European Court.

JT
11 Jul 2014
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New Year Brings Action From Shrewsbury & Atcham LibDems

Shrewsbury & Atcham Libdems are keen to speak to as many people as possible to find out what matters to you, both nationally and in your local area. "It is so important to find out what matters to people and meet them face to face" said Christine Tinker, the Parliamentary Candidate, "I am looking forward to doing this over the next few weeks".

CT
3 Jan 2014
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UK Lib Dem news

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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
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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
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Ambulance
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
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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
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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
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