Too many new laws but not enough police
Toby Philpott, Liberal Democrat Parliamentary Spokesman has called on the government to stop wasting time on creating so many new laws and to create new police officers instead.
26 Dec 2006
Happy Christmas!
Shepway Liberal Democrats wish you and your family a very Happy Christmas and peaceful and successful New Year in 2007.
24 Dec 2006
It Could be Lonely This Christmas
Christmas is a time where most of us get together with our friends and family to celebrate and enjoy ourselves. Unfortunately for some people, Christmas is a difficult time. It can bring back memories of loved ones who are no longer with us. It can be a time of loneliness and sadness.
TPLDPSS
23 Dec 2006
Labour Keeps the Spirit of Scrooge Alive for Shepway Pensioners
Older people who have worked hard through their lives and put money into pensions for their old age will be penalised by Labour's plans for pensioners, claims Toby Philpott, Shepway Liberal Democrat Parliamentary Spokesman.
23 Dec 2006
Stack Relief: Kent Police back Lib Dem proposal to reduce Operation Stack delays
Local campaigner Peter Carroll has got real action to reduce Operation Stack misery. Kent Police have taken up a suggestion from Peter on traffic light phasing on the M20, agreeing to a suggestion to get traffic moving quicker coastbound while Stack is running.
22 Dec 2006
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Ming Campbell slams Labour's dependency Britain and its impact on the South East
In a speech to the IPPR today, Liberal Democrat leader Menzies Campbell will pledge to take the fight on poverty to Labour's heartlands.
21 Dec 2006
How Much are 26 Victoria Crosses Worth?
In the two World Wars the Gurkha Brigade suffered 43,000 casualties, and to date it has won 26 Victoria Crosses - 13 by Gurkhas and 13 by British Officers.
21 Dec 2006
Kent and Medway Networks Winter 2006 Newsletter
The Winter 2006 edition of the Kent & Medway Networks (KMN) Newsletter for Patient and Public Involvement in Health Forum Members in Kent and Surrey has been released. This publication gives an update on some of the work of the PPI Forums supported by KMN, and is available to download from this web site from the "Focus and Downloads > External Documents" section.
20 Dec 2006
Save OUR Royal Victoria - SORV On-line Campaign Launched
An on-line campaign to Save OUR Royal Victoria Hospital has been launched at www.sorv.org.uk - and people from across Shepway are being urged to get involved. The SORV site was launched by the Shepway Liberal Democrats on Tuesday and features an on-line petition and also asks for local people to send their experiences at and memories of the Royal Victoria.
19 Dec 2006
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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