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Nick Clegg

Poorest Pay More In Tax, Richest Less Under Labour Says Nick Clegg

The Liberal Democrats will today unveil evidence that the poorest 20% of people are losing more of their income in tax than they did in 1997, while the richest 20% are paying less. Liberal Democrat Leader Nick Clegg will reveal further details of his party's manifesto pledge for a £17bn tax switch to help rebalance Labour's unfair tax system, putting £700 into the pockets of millions of people on low and middle incomes by raising the personal allowance to £10,000.

12 Apr 2010
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Cider Bar

Welcome Change in Cider Tax

The Government's U turn in reducing cider duty from 10% to 2% over the rate of inflation has been welcomed by Richard Younger-Ross, calling it a victory for common sense.

12 Apr 2010
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Henry Vann and Bedford train times

No end to commute for Vann

Henry Vann, Bedford and Kempston's Liberal Democrat Parliamentary Campaigner, has highlighted his pledge to continue to commute daily if elected as MP for Bedford and Kempston on May 6th.

12 Apr 2010
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annstmargarets

Fighting to protect our local NHS services

Ann Haigh is fighting to protect our local NHS from cuts which could affect patients in Epping Forest. She is campaigning against the closure of the Accident and Emergency Department at St George's Hospital and to protect services at Whipps Cross and Princess Alexandra.

12 Apr 2010
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