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16 Jan 2009
News
Local News
Does Heathrow need a third runway?
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.
15 Jan 2009
Cable: Government business loan plan threatens taxpayer with all the risks and no rewards
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."
14 Jan 2009
Queen's Speech "won't help families in Woking" - Liberal Democrats
The Government's plans for new laws will do little to help hard-pressed families in Woking claims a leading local Liberal Democrat.
3 Dec 2008
Cameron's Conservatives back-pedalling on the Environment
Local campaigner Rosie Sharpley says, "This dossier clearly shows how the Conservatives are not green on the environment. They are just blue - as they have always been. Bus services in Woking are cut each year by Surrey's Conservative-controlled County Council and bus fares keep going up. How is this 'green' Conservative Party policy?"
2 Oct 2008
Cut income tax to help people through hard times
Like everyone else in the country, residents of Woking are suffering from rocketing food and energy prices.
2 Oct 2008
Lib Dems in Woking challenge local Conservatives on economy
LIBERAL Democrats in Woking have thrown down the gauntlet to the Conservatives on the eve of their conference by demanding answers to questions about the economy.
27 Sep 2008
COUNCIL TENANTS FACE 60% TORY HIKE IN ENERGY CHARGES
Heating and electricity charges to council tenants are to increase by a whopping 60% from 24 November to balance a council budget!
26 Sep 2008
Lib Dem Cllr Rosie Sharpley Stands Up for Mental Health at Party Conference
As the Liberal Democrat's prepare to debate mental health at their party conference, Goldsworth Park Councillor and Lib Dem Parliamentary Spokesperson Rosie Sharpley took part in a 'Mad Hatters' protest held by mental health charity Rethink to show just how 'mad' mental health policy can be.
23 Sep 2008
National Party News
Latest UK News
Black History Month 2024
October is Black History Month - a chance to celebrate the Black British community, acknowledge their contributions and discover their stories.
CJ
17 Oct 2024
Ed Davey's speech to Liberal Democrat Conference
Read Ed Davey's speech to the Liberal Democrats' Autumn Conference in Brighton
17 Sep 2024
Carers
A Fair Deal for Family Carers
Carers are not just support for their loved ones—they are the glue holding our fragile social care system together. They deserve more than token acknowledgements or empty promises.
LD
17 Sep 2024
Environment
The Clean Water Authority
Liberal Democrats believe that everyone has the right to enjoy clean, safe water and unpolluted rivers, lakes, and coastlines. We are committed to ending the national sewage scandal and holding water companies accountable for their environmental impact.
LD
17 Sep 2024
Carers
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.
16 Sep 2024
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.
LD
16 Sep 2024
International Development
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.
LD
16 Sep 2024
Home Affairs
Fixing Our Broken Prison System
For too long, years of neglect and mismanagement by the previous Conservative Government have pushed our prison system into a deep crisis.
LD
16 Sep 2024
Latest UK News
Fair Votes Now!
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.
LD
16 Sep 2024