Lib Dem Questions to Council: 17 September 2026
Lib Dem County Councillors Richard Streatfield, Mike Sole, Trudy Dean and Antony Hook all asked questions at the Kent County Council meeting of 17 September.
17 Sep 2026
National News
Helen tackles Government on steel ‘manufacturing tax’
North Shropshire MP, Helen Morgan, has urged ministers to address the challenges facing local steel manufacturers after hearing concerns from businesses being hit by import tariffs.
17 Sep 2026
Newcastle - Citywide
Giving Newcastle residents a bigger say in the city's budget
Newcastle Lib Dems are working to ensure the council invests in models that save money long-term and delivers “change people can see through their front window”.
17 Sep 2026
Panel Member: National Reputational Risk Review Panel
Every Parliamentary applicant goes through a due diligence check and we're setting up a National Panel of experienced communications professionals to make that process consistent, fair and properly documented.
17 Sep 2026
Rennie attacks SNP negligence as Ferguson contracts delayed
Responding to the Scottish Government’s statement on Ferguson Marine this afternoon, Scottish Liberal Democrat transport spokesperson Willie Rennie MSP said:
17 Sep 2026
Swinney fails to say if he will adopt recommendations of Letby inquiry
Following questioning by Alex Cole-Hamilton at First Minister’s Questions, John Swinney refused to say whether he will adopt the recommendations made by the public inquiry that established the events surrounding Lucy Letby’s crimes.
17 Sep 2026