National Liberal Democrat News - East Riding Liberal Democrats

lord dominic addington writes...disabled studentd must have an equal shot at life

Last week I asked a question in the Lords on the Disabled Students' Allowance (DSA). The DSA allows those with a disability, a long term health condition, or dyslexia (like myself) an equal shot at higher education. The support people receive through this allowance can be vital in ensuring a student's chances of academic success aren't dictated by their disability or health, but by their effort and ability.

22 Jan 2015

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Enough land for a multi-storey

Dear Sir,

DPH

by Dr Peter Hirst

22 Jan 2015

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Enough land for a multi-storey

Dear Sir,

DPH

by Dr Peter Hirst

22 Jan 2015

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TTIP: a Taxpayer Funded Safety Net for the Super-Rich

Few things are more complicated and opaque than the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP), a trade deal being hammered out between the EU and the USA. It has been criticized by activists and journalists such as George Monbiot, but Vince Cable asserts there is nothing to worry about. Who is right?

by David Cooper

22 Jan 2015

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MP - business boost for South Lakeland

South Lakes MP Tim Farron has welcomed the news that yet again the highest amount of start-up businesses in Cumbria have been created in the South Lakes.

22 Jan 2015

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LGBT+ Lib Dems Winter Strategy Conference 2015

LGBT+ Lib Dems meet for Winter Strategy Conference

LGBT+ Lib Dems met at party HQ in Westminster last weekend for their annual Winter Strategy Conference. Activists from around the country, including our President, Baroness Liz Barker, assembled to plan objectives for the year, including policy and campaigning. A full report will be sent to members, including information from the recent Members' Survey.

22 Jan 2015

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