National Liberal Democrat News - East Riding Liberal Democrats

Hope and Hard Work

May 2015 was a shock for us all, but in November 2015 Canada gave Liberals everywhere hope by returning a Liberal Government with the biggest numerical increase in seats in any Canadian election. We have the hope now it is the time for us to take on the hard work. The Liberal Democrat Party has many members who would class themselves as ordinary people, but time and time again, history teaches us that ordinary people are capable of doing extraordinary things. People like you.

31 Dec 2015

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CALLS FOR GREATER INVESTMENT IN PLANNING AFTER PROFITS DISCLOSURE

Two Shropshire Councillors are calling on Shropshire Council to plough more of their windfall profits from planning fees back into the ailing planning system.Heather explained. "Government's insistence on a lengthy adoption process for the new SAMDev housing policy created something of a planning boom. During this period national planning regulations applied and we saw a huge spike in planning applications across the County.

31 Dec 2015

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Britain is stronger in Europe; in 2016 Lib Dems will campaign to remain IN

Liberal Democrats believe in an open, modern and inclusive Britain that stands tall in the world, and doesn't hide from it.

31 Dec 2015

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Savage Tory Cuts to Council Services. Lib Dem Mayor Dave Hodgson Calls Bedford's 29% Grant Cut in One Year - "A Devastating Blow for Local Services"

The Tory Government has announced a 29% cut in the main grant for Bedford Borough Council, in a move described by Mayor Dave Hodgson as a 'devastating blow for local services.'

31 Dec 2015

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Savage Tory Cuts to Council Services. Lib Dem Mayor Dave Hodgson Calls Bedford's 29% Grant Cut in One Year - "A Devastating Blow for Local Services"

The Tory Government has announced a 29% cut in the main grant for Bedford Borough Council, in a move described by Mayor Dave Hodgson as a 'devastating blow for local services.'

31 Dec 2015

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What does it mean to be a Liberal Democrat?

Freedom - Liberty is a vital component that shapes all of our policies. Freedoms to do as you wish, as long as you do not harm others. Freedoms from poverty, violence and ignorance. The state's role, at its minimum, is to ensure these freedoms. Ensuring that everyone has access to education, food, shelter and warmth. That you are free from the manipulation, coercion or abuse of individuals or corporations. Although Liberal Democrats may disagree on how to achieve these freedoms the fact they are the primary target of our policies should be unifying, even if sometimes we disagree on the details. Equality - Tied to, and intertwined with our championing of liberty is our dedication to equality of opportunity. That no matter who you are you are treated equally and according to your needs. That you are free to live up to your potential and you have a equal chance to anyone else to do whatever you want to do. By making no one a slave to poverty or ignorance we help support this drive for equality - but in additio

31 Dec 2015

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