TF
2 Aug 2015
We need a new way of lending
The high street banks have never really been a suitable source of loans for those with limited assets or income - their basic idea seems to be that you can only borrow from them if you can afford not to do so. The principal alternative that grew up historically for those in need who could not meet the strict lending criteria of the banks was loan sharks and unregulated lending. Other than credit unions, of which more later.
SP
31 Jul 2015
Take Pride 2015
On Saturday 1st August the biggest party in the South East region takes place in Brighton!
PHSELDRC
31 Jul 2015
Sandgate Military Road Rec Family Fun Day
This Sunday 2nd August sees the Sandgate Rec Family Fun Day from 11am - 5pm: come along!
30 Jul 2015
Beware the ‘Microsoft Phone Scam’
With the release of Windows 10, the scam known as the 'Microsoft phone scam' is likely to rear its ugly head again.
KTS
30 Jul 2015
Farron: Resolve the Calais Crisis with Hope Not Fences
Commenting on the situation in Calais, Liberal Democrat Leader Tim Farron MP said:
29 Jul 2015
National News
Cost of living
Our plan to halve energy bills by 2035
Sky-high energy bills are a massive problem for families, pensioners and businesses across the UK.
LD
25 Jul 2025
International Affairs
Ending the suffering in Gaza and the West Bank
We can’t turn a blind eye to the devastation across the Occupied Territories if we want to achieve a permanent peace for Palestinians and Israelis.
LD
24 Jul 2025
Economy & Business
My liberal vision for a thriving economy
I’m proud that once again it is the Liberal Democrats leading the way, with our vision for an economy that is growing strongly, where everyone feels the benefits.
ED
16 Jul 2025
Education
Our five principles for SEND reform
Ed Davey Munira Wilson have written to Keir Starmer setting out five principles for SEND reform, and offering to work on a cross-party basis with the government to ensure the reforms deliver for children with SEND and their families.
LD
9 Jul 2025
Benefits & Pensions
Standing up for the most vulnerable in society
Why we opposed the Government’s welfare bill
SD
3 Jul 2025
Windrush Day 2025
77 years ago today, the HMT Empire Windrush docked in Essex - marking the beginning of the Windrush generation’s arrival here in the UK.
20 Jun 2025
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