Lib Dems unveil plan to join single market and boost defence ties with EU
Ed Davey will give a speech at the European Movement to set out the Liberal Democrats’ plan for a new comprehensive Growth and Defence Partnership with the EU.
17 Jun 2026
National News
Wearside
Sunderland councillors to vote on bringing back ‘Free After 3’ parking in bid to boost city centre businesses
Free parking after 3pm could be set for a return in Sunderland city council in a Lib Dem bid to boost city centre shops, restaurants and venues.
CM
17 Jun 2026
Ed Davey speech on Europe: “A new plan for growth, jobs and defence”
Liberal Democrat Leader Ed Davey has delivered a keynote speech today [Wednesday 17th June] setting out plans for a bold new partnership with the EU, including deepening defence ties and joining the single market.
17 Jun 2026
Montgomeryshire and Glyndwr
Lib Dems urge new Plaid Minister to ‘look again at the detail’ on Powys Healthcare Delays
The Welsh Liberal Democrats have raised concerns over the response from the new Plaid Cymru Health Minister to ongoing cross-border healthcare delays affecting patients in Powys.
17 Jun 2026
Brecon, Radnor and Cwm Tawe
Lib Dems urge new Plaid Minister to ‘look again at the detail’ on Powys Healthcare Delays
The Welsh Liberal Democrats have raised concerns over the response from the new Plaid Cymru Health Minister to ongoing cross-border healthcare delays affecting patients in Powys.
17 Jun 2026
Wales
Lib Dems unveil plan to join single market and boost defence ties with EU
Liberal Democrat plan to join single market would boost growth and cut the cost of living.
17 Jun 2026