It was announced today that Mark Springett (Lib Dem councillor for Moulsham Lodge) will be one of the Olympic torch bearers on its journey through Chelmsford. Mark was given the honour after being nominated for his work in the neighbourhood, particular his campaign for a new community centre.
Liberal Democrat Spring Conference reaffirmed its commitments to safeguarding civil liberties, condemned the damage Labour did to civil liberties and welcomed the Coalition Government's commitment to restore civil liberties.
Liberal Democrats will be moving a motion on Wednesday calling on the three party leaders to send a letter to the Secretary of State for Education about the financial impact of academies on local services to Leicestershire residents.
Opening Rally
WHAT IS THE ROLE OF THE COMMONS IN THE GLOBAL ECONOMY?
Liberal Democrats have won the Portchester East by-election with nearly 50% of the vote. Labour again suffered a poor result polling just 13%.