The Economic Regeneration Task Group, a cross- party working group proposed by Woking Liberal Democrat councillors to fight the Woking economic downturn, has started work in earnest. The Task Group has found that that the economic crisis has clearly hit Woking . Council officers consulted WAVS, the CAB and employment recruitment agencies to assess the impact of the crisis.
PLANS by the Liberal Democrats to massively increase the energy efficiency of all homes will lead to big savings in energy bills, say Liberal Democrats in Woking
This week saw the beginning of the debate on Part 8 of the Coroners and Justice Bill about the sharing of personal data.
Thank you to those who contacted me to let me know of your concern over the Government's plans to expand Heathrow airport.
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The Liberal Democrats today attacked the Government's latest bank bailout. Liberal Democrat Shadow Chancellor, Vince Cable, said that without a thorough review of all the assets that are being underwritten, ministers were effectively writing a blank cheque to the banks.
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The Government has given the green light to build Heathrow's third runway. The main argument centred on trying to solve the real fact that Heathrow is overcrowded and is operating at over 90% capacity. The Government says that a third runway is necessary to meet rising demand. The Liberal Democrats oppose a third runway and propose major investment in high speed rail links with the UK's major cities to reduce domestic air travel as well as carbon emissions. What do you think? Please let Rosie know by completing our survey.
Commenting on reports that the Government is planning to guarantee up to £20bn of loans to small businesses, Liberal Democrat Shadow Chancellor, Vince Cable said: "The Government's proposal, essentially the same as that of the Conservatives, potentially involves very large taxpayer liabilities and is in effect a subsidy to bank lending."
The Government's plans for new laws will do little to help hard-pressed families in Woking claims a leading local Liberal Democrat.
Read Ed Davey's speech to the Liberal Democrats' Autumn Conference in Brighton
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.
For too long, years of neglect and mismanagement by the previous Conservative Government have pushed our prison system into a deep crisis.
The Liberal Democrats have long championed proportional representation, advocating for a voting system where every vote truly counts. We believe that reforming our electoral system is crucial for a fairer democracy and better governance.
We believe everyone deserves high-quality healthcare, accessible when and where it’s needed and free at the point of use.
The Liberal Democrats have laid out a bold and ambitious plan to restore the UK’s natural environment and ensure that everyone can access a clean, healthy, and thriving green space.
For many people, Buy Now Pay Later is a useful and convenient solution, offering them flexibility with their purchases. But consumers need stronger protections.
With the right investment, we have the opportunity to turn things around and ensure that every child, regardless of their background, has the chance to succeed.
Liberal Democrats want to fix our broken relationship with Europe. Giving young people the opportunity to live, study and work in Europe is a vital first step.
