Statement: Sawyers Hall Lane new school proposal
County Cllr Barry Aspinell ...
17 Jun 2013
National News
Energy Company Obligation
Liberal Democrats in government are forcing energy companies to help families cut their fuel bills. The 'Energy Company Obligation' will require energy companies to help people make their homes more energy efficient and to drive down the cost of energy by always offering people the cheapest tariff. Other help is also available.
17 Jun 2013
Farron calls for more support for Credit Unions
Tim's call comes after a report was released this morning by think-tank Civitas. Civitas have suggested that credit unions should be allowed to take bigger deposits if they are to become a viable alternative to high-cost lenders. Credit unions are financial co-operatives that operate in local areas, offering small loans to members.
17 Jun 2013
The Green Deal
Liberal Democrats are leading the fight against Climate Change. We have created the biggest-ever home insulation scheme through our Green Deal, which offers loans for people to install energy efficiency measures in their homes. This will reduce the amount of energy they use and cut energy bills. It will also create 60,000 jobs and apprenticeships.
17 Jun 2013
Vigil Today for Lords Committee Debates
Today, Monday 17th June, will see a vigil outside Parliament for the first day of the Marriage (Same-Sex Couples) Bill Committee stage in the House of Lords.
17 Jun 2013
Local Lib Dem Focus team launch jobs campaign
Since 2010 Lib Dem policies have helped create over a million private sector jobs and have led to a record increase in apprenticeships locally. Cllr Michael Mullaney said, "Despite the economic mess left behind by Labour the Lib Dems, both nationally and locally, have invested in business and apprenticeships to get people back to work. "But we know there's much more to do to rebuild our economy. That's why we are launching our million jobs for a stronger economy campaign starting with a plan for delivering more apprenticeship places." More apprenticeship places needed The Lib Dems want to double the number of businesses that take on apprentices. We believe that they are a great way to get young people into work. To back the campaign, sign the petition on the right or visit www.amillionjobs.org today.
17 Jun 2013