Across our three constituencies of Ashton-Under-Lyne, Denton & Reddish, and Stalybridge & Hyde, we had six Lib Dem candidates in the council elections this year. None of our candidates were elected on what was a difficult night for the Lib Dems across most of the country, but our thanks to everyone who gave us their [...]
Today the Government announced that it would be supporting Liberal Democrat peer, Lord (Tim) Clement-Jones’ Live Music Bill, which seeks to remove the bureaucratic burden from small venue owners, such as pubs and community halls, who want to have live music play for their guests Lord Clement-Jones said: “There is clear support across all parties to [...]
Liberal Democrat Energy and Climate Secretary Chris Huhne today launched My2050, an online simulation which gives the you the chance to decide what you would do to secure Britain’s energy future. Visit the My2050 website here
Tameside’s Liberal Democrat Euro-MP has welcomed moves to allow people to travel to other EU countries for operations if the NHS is too slow. New rules approved by the European Parliament will allow people to receive medical treatment in other EU Member States if their home country is unable to provide essential medical care within [...]
The Oldham East and Saddleborough byelection result: Labour 14,718 42% Elwyn Watkins (Liberal Democrat) 11,160 31.9% Conservatives 4,481 12.8% Other 7 candidates 4,571 The Liberal Democrat share of the vote increased, in contrast to the vote collapse that Labour and some commentators had predicted. Lib Dem candidate Elwyn Watkins has paid tribute to his campaign [...]
You can help Elwyn Watkins and the local Liberal Democrats win in the byelection in Oldham East & Saddleworth. The office is open every day and even a few hours would be appreciated. To get involved, come along to the HQ any day between 9am and 8pm or contact the campaign HQ by calling 01457 [...]