Robin Lawrence on BBC Midlands Today
Liberal Democrat candidate Robin Lawrence was calling on voters in the Merridale area of Wolverhampton South West constituency when a news crew from BBC Midlands Today stopped him for an interview.
26 Apr 2010
National News
Rosie invites you to Hustings
If you want to have your chance to come and hear what myself and the other candidates have to say on matters that effect you before you cast your vote on May 6th, then why not come along to one of the hustings that are coming up.
26 Apr 2010
Edward McMillan-Scott's Bridgnorth & Ludlow visit
Former leader of the Conservative MEP's, Edward McMillan-Scott visited Bridgnorth and Ludlow to lend support to Heather Kidd's election campaign. Heather said "Eward was made very welcome by local activists and his decision to join the Liberal Democrats was no real surprise. The Conservatives are in disarray in Europe, not knowing whether to align themselves with right wing extremists or to leave it altogether."
26 Apr 2010
Lawrence Oliver: 3 PLEDGES
Lawrence Oliver, who is seeking re-election as District Councillor for Highbury Ward, today outlined 3 pledges:
26 Apr 2010
Lib Dem surge in LGBT polls
The latest in a series of opinion polls of the lesbian, gay, bi and trans communities shows a big surge in support for the Liberal Democrats, attracting the support of more than half of LGBT voters. "This reflects the long record of the Lib Dems as the leading party on LGBT issues, as highlighted in our 'Always' campaign." says Delga exec member Jen Yockney. "But it also reflects the popularity of Nick Clegg and our party's wider message of fairness. This election is a real three-party contest and many voters - LGBT or not - are recognising that this time around a Lib Dem vote has real impact."
26 Apr 2010
Mayor Dave Hodgson Criticises Government's 'Arbitrary and Unreasonable' Approach on Gypsy and Traveller Pitch Targets
Mayor Dave Hodgson has criticised the Government over the process which has resulted in Bedford Borough being forced to accept a requirement for Gypsy and Traveller pitches in the Borough which is two-and-a-half times the independently assessed need. Mayor Hodgson has attacked the arbitrary target, stating that it bears no relation to the needs of the Borough, its local neighbourhoods, or of Gypsies and Travellers
26 Apr 2010