Lib Dem leadership race on knife-edge as Ed Davey makes ground on Jo Swinson
Postal votes said to have split 'almost 50-50' between the two candidates, prompting claim 'it really is game on now' The Liberal Democrat leadership race is on a knife-edge with postal votes cast splitting "almost 50-50" between Jo Swinson and Sir Ed Davey, The Independent has learned.
Plant a Tree
An excellent idea from Halifax Liberal Democrats Love this idea from Cllr James Baker and Halifax Liberal Democrats to help our environment while not losing that key element in a democracy - elected representatives communicating with those who elect them:
Jeremy Hunt’s appalling turn as foreign secretary tells you everything you need to know about him as PM
All that animates Hunt is the prospect of entering No 10. My one comfort about Boris Johnson is that if he's promised us one thing, there's a high probability he will do the opposite For Liberal Democrats, the political choice between the hard Brexit menus offered by Boris Johnson and Jeremy Hunt might seem about as tempting as arsenic verses strychnine.
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Reversing the cuts to Bereavement Support Payments
Liberal Democrats have passed new policy to stand up for bereaved families and kinship carers, so more young people can grow up in a loving, stable home.
Supporting the Future of Music
We are committed to tackling the challenges facing our music industry head-on. By doing so, we can maintain the UK’s reputation as a global leader in music, while giving future generations the chance to share in its success.
Restoring the UK’s Reputation on the World Stage
The Liberal Democrats are committed to rebuilding the trust and compassion that the UK was once known for. We believe that our country has a responsibility to support those in need, no matter where they are in the world.