


Former Minister of State for Trade backing Lib Dems because of Brexit
Former Conservative Minister of State for Trade, Tim Sainsbury, is backing the Liberal Democrats this time. Writing for The Times, he in particular highlights the damage that leaving the single market will do to Britain:

Lib Dems to scrap business rates to "breathe new life" into high streets in High Peak
The Liberal Democrats have announced plans to scrap business rates and replace them with a landowner levy, to "breathe new life" into high streets in High Peak.
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Even Labour voters know the Lib Dems are the best means of taking seats from the Tories in this election
Given the shambles we have seen in the government and the official opposition over the past few years, is it at all surprising?

Jo Swinson gets best reception at CBI for Lib Dems' pro-EU stance
Lukewarm welcome for both Corbyn and Johnson as leaders court business community
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Britain Leading Again
The UK must once again stand tall, leading on the world stage and working closely with those who share our interests – including, above all, our partners in Europe.

Protecting children from sexual abuse
No child should ever have to experience sexual abuse. These are horrifying crimes that cause so much harm to the children who are victims. We will keep up the pressure so that the action needed to make our communities safe all children finally happens.

New Year Message
Government must deliver the change people are yearning for