John Shaw: Why I believe a hard Brexit could be disastrous for our town
With polling day still more than a fortnight away, it's already clear that Brexit is going to be one of the defining themes of the 2017 General Election.
23 May 2017
National News
Suspension of Campaigning
The Liberal Democrats nationally, along with the other political parties, have suspended campaigning today as a mark of respect for those killed and injured in the attack in Manchester last night.
23 May 2017
Our condolences to all those affected by the Manchester tragedy
Newcastle Liberal Democrats note with deep sorrow the recent events in Manchester. The hearts and minds of all the residents of Newcastle are rightly at this time with our friends and neighbours in Manchester and across the North who have lost their loved ones.
23 May 2017
Liberal Democrats suspend campaigning
Tim Farron, leader of the Liberal Democrats, has announced that the party has suspended all national campaigning until further notice. Tim was due to fly to Gibraltar today as part of the general election campaign but has cancelled the trip.
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23 May 2017
Manchester Attack: Campaign Suspended
Following the news of last night's horrifying attack at the Manchester Arena, we have suspended all national campaigning until further notice.
23 May 2017
Manchester attack: Farron pays tribute to victims
Following the horrific attack at Manchester Arena, Tim Farron has paid tribute to the victims of the attack.
23 May 2017