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fromwww.theguardian.com
18 hours ago

Second Lib Dem MP withdraws support for England and Wales assisted dying bill

In an email to constituents, Brian Mathew stated his concerns that have arisen since the second reading of the bill were inadequately answered, leading to his change of heart.
UK politics
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Lib Dems claim deeper trade deal with EU would raise 25bn of tax revenue

A comprehensive EU trade deal could generate £25bn and help reverse benefit cuts, per Lib Dem research.
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fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

London council spent 13,400 making public toilets gender neutral

The Liberal Democrat-run Kingston Council squandered 13,000 of taxpayers' money on gender-neutral toilet conversions, all while imposing a 5 percent council tax hike.
London politics
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

UK government accused of delay and drift' over adult social care talks

The government is criticized for delays in cross-party discussions essential for social care reform amid a growing crisis.
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fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Former Tory MSP Jamie Greene defects to Lib Dems

Jamie Greene left the Scottish Conservatives due to their shift towards a more right-wing, 'Trump-esque' approach, emphasizing his concerns about the party's direction.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Buy British to beat Trump tariffs, urge Lib Dems

The Liberal Democrats are advocating for a media campaign urging UK citizens to support domestic products amid looming tariffs imposed by the US on British goods.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Lib Dems hope to paint Wales gold - but could face a wipeout

"We'll have gold everywhere. Look at what we did in England. No-one thought we would win 72 seats. The results were coming in fast and furious that night and I reckon it is going to be like that next May as well."
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
8 months ago
Europe politics

Live: Liberal Democrats leader Ed Davey addresses final day of Brighton Conference

The Liberal Democrats aim to repay voter trust and continue their efforts to challenge the Conservative Party.
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fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Anti-Israel protesters occupy Trump Tower: Letters to the Editor - March 15, 2025

Protests at Trump Tower highlight divisions between liberal values and conservative reactions towards anti-Israel sentiments.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
2 months ago

Backlash for Bromley Sainsbury's over toilet closure with no sign of reopening

Bromley’s Liberal Democrats have launched a petition urging Sainsbury's to reopen closed public toilets, emphasizing that elderly residents and parents with young children depend on these facilities.
London politics
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 months ago

Labour budget deal expected with Lib Dem Dodds

A deal for Welsh government spending with Liberal Democrats may include funding for childcare, councils, transport, and a ban on greyhound racing.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Bizarrely, I enjoyed bungee jumping!' How Ed Davey became the Tom Cruise of British politics

Ed Davey, the leader of the Liberal Democrats, transformed his party's fortunes through engaging campaigning methods, becoming the 'Tom Cruise of British politics' with fun activities that connected with voters.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
5 months ago

Call for extension to winter fuel payment deadline

The Liberal Democrats have called for an extension to Saturday's deadline to access winter fuel payments, warning that tens of thousands of older people could miss out if the current date is upheld.
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