Newsletter from Catherine: Liberalism and Wildlife
I wanted to take this opportunity to thank all of you who worked so hard over the general election campaign.
CBMEP
17 May 2015
Party Leadership Election: Update
Following the resignation of Nick Clegg as Party Leader, the Liberal Democrat Federal Executive (Governing Body) last weekend agreed a timetable to see a new leader elected by the party membership and the result announced on July 16th.
16 May 2015
Sandgate Beach Water Quality: Projected Excellent
The Environment Agency has launched a new website giving detailed information on its water quality testing at beaches around the UK.
15 May 2015
Eurotunnel: Good Day, Bad Day
Good Day: Eurotunnel's MyFerryLink ferry operation has won its legal battle to overturn a ban on it operating between Dover and Calais.
15 May 2015
Thought for the day: Surprise Guest Contributor Edition...
"For too long, we have been a passively tolerant society, saying to our citizens: as long as you obey the law, we will leave you alone." David Cameron, 13 May.
14 May 2015
Shepway District Council New Cabinet Announced
Conservative Leader of Shepway District Council David Monk has announced his new cabinet following the District Council elections last week in which Deputy Leader Russell Tillson lost his seat on the Council. The new cabinet is made up as follows:
14 May 2015
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Our five principles for SEND reform
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