Liberal Democrat Conference approves Coalition Agreement
Liberal Democrat Special Conference in Birmingham on Sunday overwhelmingly approved the party's Coalition Agreement with the Conservative Party.
20 May 2010
National News
The Programme for Government
The Lib Dem and Conservative coalition's Programme for Government document has been published today, including a number of pledges on LGBT issues. The document sets out the agreed programme for the five-year coalition government.
20 May 2010
Norwich South's new MP sworn in, Simon Wright ready to represent Norwich South
Simon Wright was today sworn in as the new Member of Parliament for Norwich South.
20 May 2010
Lib Dems pick up two but Tories triumphant
THE Liberal Democrats failed to shake the ruling Tories on Brentwood Borough Council at Thursday's local elections, despite gaining seats.
20 May 2010
Just 10 firms helped by £50m Essex bank fund
STRUGGLING businesses shouldn't bank on anything from Essex County Council, according to shocking new figures.
20 May 2010
Jacquie Heralds Moves to End Child Detention
Jacquie Bell has welcomed news that the coalition government will be proceeding with Lib Dem manifesto policy to end the detention of children seeking sanctuary.
19 May 2010