Local Labour MP votes to close Post Offices
Liberal Democrats in Wolverhampton South West have accused Rob Marris MP of failing to support local services after he voted to support the Government's massive post office closure programme.
28 Mar 2008
National News
Kent Lib Dems ask KCC to join them in support of Gurkhas
Trudy Dean, Leader of the Lib Dems on Kent County Council will ask the Conservative and Labour groups to join the Lib Dems in support of the Gurkhas. A motion in support of the Gurkhas cause will be moved by the Liberal Democrats at the next full meeting of Kent County Council on 3rd April.
28 Mar 2008
Your chance to shape Lib Dem policy on… the UK's response to Globalisation
Globalisation is changing our world. Liberal Democrats have generally welcomed it - as well as putting forward views about how we should seek to influence its development.
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28 Mar 2008
Have a Brush with Local Artists in Folkestone
Award winning artists Leigh Mulley and Charlotte Harris are turning the Grocery Gallery into an open studio this Saturday and Sunday from 10 to 4pm. The popular local artists, who exhibit internationally, are rarely seen creating their work but this weekend they will be painting in the Grocery Gallery in the Old High Street, Folkestone.
28 Mar 2008
Higher fess hit student numbers
The number of students going to university has fallen since variable fees were introduced, statistics show. The figure dropped back to 40% of the 17-30 age group in 2006/07 from a high of 42% the previous year. Lecturers say the figures should serve as a warning to the government on the effects of fees on students.
28 Mar 2008
100 Days On: A Message From Nick Clegg
It's been 100 days since I was elected leader of the Liberal Democrats - and I wanted to update you on the progress we've been making. It's a huge privilege to be your leader at such an exciting time.
28 Mar 2008