David Cameron's NHS 'safe' claim hit by lack of support from Tory MPs
David Cameron's claim that the NHS is safe in Tory hands has been hit by a poll showing most of his MPs say it has no future in its current form.
JL
24 Aug 2009
National News
Last Day of Plan E Consultation
The future of Epsom town centre could depend upon the results of the Plan E consultation, which closes on 24th August.
23 Aug 2009
More than £500m spent on 'out of control' criminal records checks
More than £500m has been spent on Criminal Record Bureau (CRB) checks since 2002, the Liberal Democrats have revealed. The rate of checks being carried out has also trebled since they were introduced, while the fees charged for carrying them out have also increased dramatically.
23 Aug 2009
Scaremongering Is Not The Answer Says Heather Kidd
The Conservative MP for Ludlow has been branded a scaremonger as it was revealed that statements he made about council tax rises were seen to be based on supposition and hypothesis rather than hard fact.
23 Aug 2009
Lib Dems are Out To Win at Manchester Pride!
The August Bank Holiday is home to the Manchester Pride Big Weekend, one of the biggest events in the UK's LGBT calendar. Lib Dems from around the country will be enjoying the celebrations, and representing the Lib Dems' unbeatable record on LGBT equality in the Parade and with a stall in the Lifestyle Expo.
23 Aug 2009
Shuttle buses a step closer
Free shuttle buses in Rochdale are a step closer in Rochdale after transport bosses advertised the tenders for operators to run free shuttle buses in the town. Transport bosses have stressed that this does not guarantee the service. The deadline for expressions of interest is this Friday and the advert taken out in the Official Journal of the European Union is expected to attract significant interest.
22 Aug 2009