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Liberal Democrats reaffirm their commitment to abolish Tuition Fees
Sat 7th Mar 2009
Liberal Democrats reaffirmed their commitment to believing in high quality education and training accessible to all as a way to help people move out of poverty, develop intellectual capabilities and self-esteem as well as improving the productivity of the nation.
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Reform of the Financial Sector
Sat 7th Mar 2009
This morning the Liberal Democrats debated reform of the financial sector at their Spring Conference in Harrogate. The debate was particularly important with the economy seemingly getting worse daily.
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Straw wrong to block release of Iraq minutes
Tue 3rd Mar 2009
Commenting on Jack Straw's refusal to publish Cabinet minutes relating to the invasion of Iraq in 2003, Liberal Democrat Shadow Justice Secretary, David Howarth said "The decision to go to war in Iraq was momentous, controversial and disastrous, especially for this country's reputation as an upholder of international law."
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What is your experience of the credit crunch?
Sun 26th Oct 2008
The economic crisis means everyone's worried about the future, and many are struggling to get by from day to day. The banks have been bailed out. I believe now it's time for action to help people and their families through these tough times.
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Tough Euro action against timeshare bandits
Wed 22nd Oct 2008
Lib Dem MEP for Crawley and the South East Sharon Bowles has warmly welcomed a key European Parliament legislative report that will better protect the rights for those who use timeshares and holiday clubs. The UK has more timeshare users than any other country in Europe with more than 75% of complaints arising from UK consumers.
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Clegg warns of "economic 9/11"
Tue 14th Oct 2008
The global financial crisis may turn out to be an "economic 9/11", Liberal Democrat leader Nick Clegg has warned. Extremist groups could search for support among people who considered themselves victims of "economic injustice. European governments had to step up to the plate to reduce economic inequality. A long recession could also damage the countries' ability to keep troops stationed in Afghanistan", he predicted.
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Clegg and Cable set out response to economic crisis
Mon 6th Oct 2008
Below is the text of an article by Nick Clegg which appeared in the Financial Times on Friday, ahead of the weekend's EU emergency summit. In it he stresses the importance of a common European approach to depositor protection, calls for consideration of a temporary suspension of EU state aid and competition rules, and for greater scrutiny of credit rating agencies.
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Clegg and Cable set out response to economic crisis
Mon 6th Oct 2008
Below is the text of an article by Vince Cable which appeared in the Sunday Times yesterday. In it he argues that, while, central bank independence must be maintained, the Chancellor should write to the governor saying that on a temporary emergency basis the committee should assume a central role in countering the economic crisis which would allow for a large cut in interest rates. Vince also puts the case for a more systematic approach to managing the banking crisis, with the government helping banks to raise fresh capital from the markets by acting as underwriter on rights issues.
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Gurkhas win right to stay in UK
Wed 1st Oct 2008
A group of retired Gurkhas fighting for the right to settle in Britain have won their immigration test case at London's High Court. They were challenging immigration rules which said that those who retired from the British Army before 1997 did not have an automatic right to stay. The judgement could affect some 2,000 former Gurkhas who retired before 1997.
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Guarantee bank deposits - Clegg
Tue 30th Sep 2008
Nick Clegg says people need more reassurance about their savings. Bank customers must be given a "copper-bottomed" guarantee that all their savings and deposits are safe, Lib Dem leader Nick Clegg has said. He urged the government to follow the lead of its Irish counterpart and to guarantee all customers' money in High Street banks, no matter what amount.
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Shaping Our World through a Strong Europe
Tue 16th Sep 2008
This afternoon the Liberal Democrats discussed Europe. They noted that whilst the EU has achieved a great deal in the last 50 years it needs to do more to put its own house in order to focus better on its core objectives and realise its full potential.
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Make it Happen!
Mon 15th Sep 2008
This afternoon the Liberal Democrats discussed their vision and values paper - Make it Happen! Northgate Liberal Democrat Councillor Linda Seekings said "Real change is needed in Britain to address the many problems facing ordinary people and families. The Make it Happen paper shows how the Liberal Democrats will do that."
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Safe Standing at Football Matches
Sun 14th Sep 2008
This afternoon, the Liberal Democrats discussed safe standing at football matches. Since 1994 all football clubs in the Premiership and the Football League Championship have been required to provide all-seater accommodation. However there is a sizeable minority of supporters who wish to watch football whilst standing continue to stand in seated areas this can create a number of hazards particularly for those seated around them.
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Cutting Crime by Catching Criminals
Sun 14th Sep 2008
Former senior Police Officer Brian Paddick moved the motion "Cutting Crime by Catching Criminals" this afternoon at the Liberal Democrat Conference.
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"On issue after issue, the Liberal Democrats have led the fight for real change while the Conservatives lagged behind. On the economy, on the environment and now on the real reform of politics, it is the Lib Dems that are offering something different. "
April Pond, Liberal Democrat candidate for the Norwich North by-election
www.norwichlibdems.org.uk - 21 June
"I believe that my position as an MP between now and the next election is untenable. "
Labour MP Ian Gibson
Resigning as MP for Norwich North - 6 June. See www.norwichlibdems.org.uk for Norwich North by-election news.
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