National Liberal Democrat News - East Riding Liberal Democrats

Sharon Bowles MEP slams UKIP and BNP for voting against caps on bankers´ bonuses

South East Lib Dem MEP Sharon Bowles has slammed both UKIP and the BNP for voting against the tough new laws to introduce caps on top bankers´ cash bonuses, which was overwhelmingly voted through the European Parliament by 625 in favour to 28 against, with 37 abstentions. In effect, UKIP and BNP MEPs voted against the legislation in order to keep the status quo, which has seen huge bonus packages continue to be handed out despite unprecedented government intervention.

9 Aug 2010

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Good News for Stockton Borough's Academies

Liberal Democrats on Stockton Council have welcomed the news from the Government that they will provide money for new buildings for two academies already planned - for North Shore Health Academy in Stockton and Thornaby Academy.

8 Aug 2010

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Controversial children's database ContactPoint to be scrapped

Today Co-Chair of the Liberal Democrat Parliamentary Committee on Education, Families and Young People Baroness Walmsley welcomed the Government's announcement that the controversial children's database ContactPoint will be scrapped.

8 Aug 2010

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Vince Cable announces large investment in low-carbon jobs

During a visit to the Corus plant in Redcar, the Liberal Democrat Business Secretary unveiled a funding package worth £4.6m from the Tees Valley Industrial Programme for 14 projects in the region.

7 Aug 2010

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Tom McNeice and children in Nepali dress in Folkestone Town Centre

Gurkha Memorial Fund Appeal in Folkestone Town Centre

Attendance on the overcast morning started small but gradually grew as the weather improved and word spread to the shoppers of Folkestone. We are so fortunate to be able to watch quality dancing and listen to such talented singers.

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by Folkestone Mayor Tom McNeice

7 Aug 2010

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Review of "Rat Flat" problem in Harewood Road sought

Pilgrims Hatch councillors David Kendall & Vicky Davies have asked the council to undertake a full and comprehensive structural review of the sheltered accommodation in Harewood Road at the earliest opportunity following concerns regarding this development and the potential health risk to some tenants arising from the recent vermin infestation.

6 Aug 2010

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