Oxford disowns its student Tories in racist joke row
Conservative Association told to change its name after an alcohol-fuelled evening at Oxford University when racist jokes were told.
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1 Sep 2009
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Lib Dems ask all teachers, nurses and street cleaners in Hinckley and Bosworth 'where is the waste?'
Everyone employed in the public sector - including Hinckley and Bosworth's army of hard-working teachers, care assistants, librarians and social workers - is being asked to say where they think taxpayers' money can be saved.
1 Sep 2009
Conservatives Lack Mental Health Plans
Leading charity Rethink has criticised Tory leader David Cameron saying that they were disappointed that his recent speech on NHS reform failed to mention mental health.
1 Sep 2009
Dave Hodgson to run for Mayor
On Monday evening Dave Hodgson was selected by the Borough Liberal Democrats as their candidate for Mayor of Bedford.
1 Sep 2009
Dave Hodgson to run for Mayor
On Monday evening Dave Hodgson was selected by the Borough Liberal Democrats as their candidate for Mayor of Bedford. Dave who has lived in Bedford for 30 years is currently leader of the Liberal Democrats on Bedford Borough Council - the largest group on the Council. He was appointed Cabinet member for Partnerships and IT by Frank Branston, whose sudden death gave rise to the by-election for Mayor.
1 Sep 2009
Lib Dems promote 'green' choices
Environmental issues are hugely important to many local people. Liberal Democrats have been raising issues with local bodies including increasing public transport enabling safe cycling and protecting Epping Forest.
1 Sep 2009