Local Lib Dem MP Gordon Birtwistle, MP for Burnley, voted against the government on Thursday night. Nine Liberal Democrat MPs opposed the government's motion on using force in response to the gas attackson civilians last week. Other MPs who voted against the government were Hazel Grove MP, Andrew Stunell and former Education Minister, Sarah Teather.
Here's an update from the Town Hall Friends:
A very sad story that highlights the importance of breaks at work for everyone.
The Government's plans for Personal Independence Payments (PIP) to supersede the Disability Living Allowance (DLA) have implications for disabled and older people's eligibility for transport benefits.
Surrey countryside campaigners have won their legal challenge against the building of a luxury golf and leisure complex at historic Cherkley Court.
The Reading Liberal Democrats will be celebrating 10 years of Reading Pride in King's Meadow Park this Saturday afternoon, 31st August.