Liberal Democrat Spring Conference 2011, 11-13 March, Sheffield
Registration is now open for spring federal conference 2011 and members can enjoy a couple of great early bird offers.
29 Nov 2010
Dog Wardens 1, Dog Fouling Notices 3
Dog fouling on pavements and highways are often raised as an issue by Shepway residents. At a recent meeting of Shepway Council's Corporate Scrutiny Committee, questions were asked about the number of enforcement officers employed and penalty notices issued for Dog Fouling. There is one Dog Warden, and three fixed penalty notices have been issued in the last 12 months, with no prosecutions.
29 Nov 2010
Postponed: Shepway Lib Dem Race Night
With regret, due to the forecast weather this afternoon and evening, tonight's (Saturday 27th November) Shepway Liberal Democrat Race Night at Hythe Sports Pavilion has been postponed.
27 Nov 2010
Congratulations to Anuradha Koirala: CNN Heroes Award 2010
Anuradha Koirala, Chairperson of Maiti Nepal, has won the world prestigious CNN Heroes Award 2010 in Los Angeles. Anuradha became the first ever Nepalese women to win the award in recognition of her tireless contribution and fighting against a society free from trafficking of children and women around the world.
25 Nov 2010
The Short, Short List: Kent down to three for Kent Highway Services' core maintenance contract
Kent County Council Cabinet member for Highways, Nick Chard, has announced the 3 companies to make the final shortlist for the Kent highway Services "Term Maintenance Contract". The final three are:
23 Nov 2010
Allowing Councillors to express views: the Localism Bill
An update from Kent County Council: Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government, Eric Pickles, has confirmed the government intends to clarify how the law on bias applies to local councillors in the forthcoming Localism Bill. Mr Pickles has indicated that the Bill will:
19 Nov 2010
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Why we opposed the Government’s welfare bill
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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.
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