Lib Dems launch "save our school buses" campaign
This week the Liberal Democrats are launching their 'Save Our School Buses' campaign, in response to the Government's draft School Transport Bill.
15 Apr 2004
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/
Council Tax Rise Amongst Highest In Country
Latest figures show Bedford Boroughs council tax rise to be the 11th highest of the country's 238 shire districts. This has sparked anger from local Liberal Democrats who campaigned to see council tax reduced and services saved for borough residents.
13 Apr 2004
Does the Prime Minister know the environment exists? - Baker
Commenting on today's report from the Government's Sustainable Development Commission, Norman Baker MP, Liberal Democrat Shadow Environment Secretary, said:
13 Apr 2004
Letter HE - Dentistry
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9 Apr 2004
Permit Scheme No April Fool
Plans by Bedfordshire County Council to postpone the start date for a permit scheme for use on it's tidy tips, whilst a new information leaflet is drawn up have been slammed by Borough Liberal Democrats as completely missing the point.
6 Apr 2004
Streets Of Shame In Putnoe
Local borough Councillor Myrtle Stewardson is naming and shaming local roads that she believes have been abandoned by Bedfordshire County Council.
6 Apr 2004