Jury reforms: Lib Dems call to double up trials to slash the court backlog
The Liberal Democrats are calling for a major shakeup to the court system, to bring down the backlog instead of the Government’s plan to scrap vital jury trials.
24 Feb 2026
National News
Bristol
Designate SEND Services as “Critical Infrastructure” to stop offshore profiteering
Bristol Liberal Democrats have joined calls for new legal protections to prevent private equity firms and offshore investors from treating Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) provision as a “cash cow.”
24 Feb 2026
Wearside
Delight as new play park due opens at Blackie Park
Lib Dem councillors are celebrating the installation of new playground in Blackie Park in Sunderland’s Ford Estate which is due to open this week.
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24 Feb 2026
Campaigns Organiser North Cotswolds (with Stroud)
North Cotswolds Liberal Democrats are offering an exciting opportunity. This will be a chance to gain skills and knowledge to pave the way for a career in political campaigning.
24 Feb 2026
Oldham
Denshaw residents left without a signal for months
Denshaw residents are desperate for a resolution to their mobile phone frustration, after technical problems have left them without a signal for over two months.
24 Feb 2026
Bankrupt Council receives emergency bailout
Bedford Council to receive £58m for 2026-27 and £22m for 2025-26
24 Feb 2026