Tim's Council Diary: The View from Bournemouth
A weekly update on Cabinet work from FHDC Deputy Leader Tim Prater. Week 18: The View from Bournemouth.
29 Sep 2023
He might not look it, but Tim Prater was delighted to hear Saga is returning to their Sandgate Enbrook Park HQ.
Tim Prater explains why he's standing for the most marginal County Council seat in Kent: Cheriton, Sandgate and Hythe East.
Sandgate
Anger at Fremantle Park Play Area Graffiti
I was angry when a group of idiots decided to write the rudest words they knew all over the kids play equipment at Sandgate Park last year (which I then removed) and was no less angry to be told the same had happened at Fremantle Park this morning.
28 Sep 2023
Davey: Tackling Cancer Must be a Priority
Ed Davey delivered his speech at the Liberal Democrat conference, and pledged cancer treatment as a top priority for the party. He said that they want to reduce cancer delays and boost survival rates.
26 Sep 2023
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Around the Party
Ending Period Poverty
Periods are not just a monthly inconvenience, but they can be painful, unpleasant and expensive.
24 Sep 2023
Tim's Council Diary: You Can't Please All the People
A weekly update on Cabinet work from FHDC Deputy Leader Tim Prater. Week 17: You Can't Please All the People.
22 Sep 2023
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South East Region Lib Dem Conference and AGM 2023
Registration and booking details for SE Region Lib Dem conference, training, AGM and campaign launch will be on Saturday 11th November.
17 Sep 2023
National News
Lib Dems Winning
Vote Liberal Democrat Today
Every vote for the Liberal Democrats counts. It's a vote to elect a strong local champion, who will fight for a fair deal for you and your community.
LD
1 May 2025
Economy & Business
Ending Trump’s terrible trade war
We have to stand tough against Trump’s tariffs
LD
11 Apr 2025
Latest UK News
Taking on Trump & Farage – and fixing church roofs
Leader's Speech to Spring Conference 2025
ED
23 Mar 2025
Farming & Food
Animal Welfare in the Food System
The Liberal Democrat plan commits to making the UK a global leader in animal welfare through stronger standards, workforce investment, and ethical farming practices.
TF
23 Mar 2025
International Affairs
Taking on Trump
Only the Liberal Democrats will stand up to Trump, invest in the UK’s security, support Ukraine, hold back Russia, deepen our ties with European and commonwealth partners, and stand up for liberal, British values.
CM
22 Mar 2025
LGBT+
Free To Be Who You Are
As liberals, we believe that true equality is achieved when individuals are not only free from prejudice and discrimination, but also free to fulfil their potential. So fighting for LGBTQ+ rights is not a choice Liberals make.
CJ
22 Mar 2025
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