We will fight any attempt to weaken fundamental rights - Clegg
Today, Nick Clegg will respond to Queen's Speech for the Liberal Democrats in his first intervention in the House of Commons since the election.
27 May 2015
Seven days to have your say... and it'll only cost you a quid a month!
In a week's time, on June 3rd, the deadline for getting a vote in the upcoming Lib Dem leadership election will be reached. With two excellent candidates to choose from, and membership costing as little as £1 per month (or £1 per year for students), now is an excellent time to join the only Party that gives you a real say!
27 May 2015
Lib Dem Local Government Conference 2015 - Bookings Open
ALDC - the Association of Lib Dem Councillors - will be holding their annual Local Government Conference on 19th-20th June at the Manchester Mercure Piccadilly Hotel
27 May 2015
Update: Sandgate's Side Streets
On a quick local survey of just a few of Sandgate's side streets, local Lib Dem Gary Fuller found a pothole on every single street. He reported the potholes, in Lister Way, Lachlan Way, and Parade Road to Kent Highways and has now had an update on the planned works.
26 May 2015
Shepway and Folkestone hit by fraud Council calls scam
Both Folkestone Town Council and Shepway District Council are saying that they have today received reports of people phoning and saying they are from the Council and asking for confidential details and / or payments.
26 May 2015
Roll up! Roll up! Get Your #LibDemFightback t-shirts here...
Official Party supplier Lib Dem Image have produced #LibDemFightback t-shirts which can be bought online now - car stickers will also be available next week.
26 May 2015
100,000 additional Rugby World Cup 2015 tickets to go on sale
There is another opportunity to buy Rugby World Cup 2015 match tickets on Thursday, with around 100,000 additional tickets set to go on sale at 10.00am BST on May 28.
25 May 2015
South East Region Lib Dems: Surrey Mole Valley By-Election Update
Clayton Wellman has been nominated to join Claire Malcomson as our two Lib Dem candidates for the Holmwoods By-Election on 18 June.
25 May 2015
A Finishing Touch for the Sandgate War Memorial
Three decommissioned power cupboard doors in the wall of Enbrook Park on Sandgate High Street near the War Memorial have been refurbished by Saga who own the wall.
23 May 2015
National News
Environment & Nature
Britain’s Wildfire Crisis
Following the UK's hottest summer on record, escalating heatwaves and severe droughts have triggered catastrophic blazes across the country, damaging delicate ecosystems and destroying homes.
PH
21 Sep 2026
LGBTQ+
Restoring Trans Rights
The Liberal Democrats will continue to stand in solidarity with trans and non-binary communities, defending equal rights, personal dignity and safety for all.
MG
21 Sep 2026
Women
Stopping Violence Against Women and Girls
The Liberal Democrats are taking a stand to hold tech companies accountable, equip the police with the right powers, and build a digital world where women and girls can live safely and without fear.
MG
21 Sep 2026
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