Safety Valve
You might have seen a lot in the news about Safety Valve and we wanted to explain some of the terms and why there is concern now.
14 Mar 2024
Vikki's Blog
Vikki's Blog
Restoring the Honour to Politics
As we turn the page to a new year, it is always uplifting to read the stories behind the New Year Honours recipients - especially when they are people that you have had dealings with and already have huge respect for.
7 Jan 2024
This out of touch Government
The announcement this week that the Government has introduced ‘pints’ of wine as proof of a Brexit benefit is evidence (if you still needed it) that we are in the dying days of a government that has lost its way.
27 Dec 2023
Council Funding
Bankruptcy is usually associated with high risk, irresponsible actions but it is increasingly discussed in Council Chambers around the country.
13 Nov 2023
Homelessness is not a choice
Homelessness is a tragedy, not just for those who are personally affected but for our society. To suggest it is ‘a lifestyle choice’ is hugely offensive and a deliberate attempt to build on the ‘them and us’ approach by the Conservative Government.
13 Nov 2023
Armed Forces Covenant
People may not associate the Liberal Democrats with the Armed Forces, so I was particularly proud that our Party recognised the needs to strengthen the Armed Forces Covenant at our recent Party Conference in Bournemouth.
16 Oct 2023