Youth Mobility Scheme: "victory for common sense"
Commenting on reporting that Starmer has put an UK-EU Youth Mobility Scheme on the table in his reset with Brussels, James MacCleary MP, Liberal Democrat Europe Spokeperson, said:
21 Feb 2025
Councillor Caroline Courtney and Joshua Hanley are part of the Liberal Democrat team for Tuffley.
Caroline, who lives on Stroud Road near to St Barnabas Church, was first elected to the city council in May 2021. She is the cabinet member for culture and leisure.
Joshua Hanley grew up in Tuffley, went to local schools and is now raising his family here.
He is a sports coach and has helped run local football teams.
If you have any issues you would like Caroline or Joshua to take up on your behalf you can get in touch with them by email at tuffleyliberaldemocrats@gmail.com
You can also follow Caroline on Facebook at fb.me/Caroline4Tuffley/
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We must all come together to support Ukraine and stand up to Trump
Ed Davey, Lib Dem leader: "When Trump called Zelensky a dictator, I was clear that this was where a line must be drawn. Politicians of all stripes should come together to call out Trump’s lies. It is only us in the UK and Europe who will protect Ukraine."
21 Feb 2025
John Milne
Horsham MP John Milne raises serious concerns over Southern Water’s demand for higher bills, and calls for water regulator reform
Lib Dem MP for Horsham expresses concern over Southern Water, after they asked water regulator for permission to charge their customers even more for inadequate services.
21 Feb 2025
Ed Davey backs rapid boost to defence spending after Trump "betrayal" of Ukraine
Liberal Democrat Leader Ed Davey has urged the Prime Minister to rapidly increase defence spending, aiming to hit 2.5% of GDP on defence as soon as possible, following what he called Donald Trump's "betrayal" of Ukraine, the UK and its allies.
21 Feb 2025
DIY heating: Shock poll reveals nine in ten use alternatives to central heating this winter
A shocking new poll commissioned by the Liberal Democrats has revealed that two in three (68%) Brits say they are worried about the cost of heating their home this winter, as they reveal the alternative methods they are using to keep warm this winter.
20 Feb 2025
From the Leader: The strategy behind the Council Budget
In setting this year’s budget, we have three strategic objectives. First, to focus help on those who need it most; second, to plan for the long term; and third, to secure the benefits of working in partnership.
20 Feb 2025