Liberal Democrat News 18th May 2012

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£10m to boost literacy – Clegg

Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg announced on Monday that there will be up to £10m additional support for Pupil Premium children who leave primary school without Level 4 literacy – the expected level.

In a keynote speech to teachers and school leaders,...

Stephen Williams: Give RBS and Lloyds shares to the public

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Commenting, Stephen Williams said:

“This is a very popular idea which would give the public something back for bailing out the banks.

“I welcome the Treasury Select Committee’s review into what to do with the Government’s holding in RBS and Lloyds and hope that it furthers the case for giving the p...

Liberal Democrat News 11th May 2012

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Long lasting reforms

Key Liberal Democrat initiatives were announced in the Queen’s Speech on Wednesday including banking reform, a single tier pension, energy reform, strengthening shareholder power and House of Lords reform.

The Coalition government’s next term will focus on helping families, s...

State Opening of Parliament: The Queen’s Speech 2012

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These reforms will help build a sustainable future for our country. The Coalition Government’s plans will offer help and support to families, small businesses and communities, protect the environment, as well as reaffirming our commitment to helping the poorest nations.

In 2010, Liberal...

I want to pay tribute to all the great work Liberal Democrat councillors have done

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“It’s been a disappointing and difficult night for the Liberal Democrats. I’m really sad that so many colleagues and friends, Liberal Democrat councillors, who’ve worked so hard, so tirelessly, for so many years, for communities and families in their local areas, have lost their seats. And I want to...

I want to pay tribute to all the great work Lib Dem councillors have done

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Liberal Democrat News 4th May 2012

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Tim Farron says ‘Thank You’

The polling stations have yet to open as I’m writing this. I’ve spent the last few days reminding postal voters to send their ballots in, mostly using the Connect phone bank.

I’ve also been out with fellow campaigners delivering last minute messages to our supporters – r...

Nick Clegg: Every vote for the Liberal Democrats is a step towards a more liberal country

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A copy of the email is below

This Thursday across much of England, Liberal Democrat councillors and campaigners will be standing for election to represent their communities on their local council. I would like to wish them the very best in those elections – every vote for the Liberal
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Adrian Trett: Protection of Freedom Act major win for LGBT rights

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Commenting on the Protection of Freedoms Act receiving Royal Assent, Chair of LGBT+ Liberal Democrats, Adrian Trett said:

“The Protection of Freedoms Act is a major win for the LGBT rights. Gay and bisexual men who were convicted for acts that are now perfectly legal will finally be able to get them
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