Lib Dems on Labour's Welfare Bill and PIP cuts
MPs respond for Lib Dems in House of Commons debate
The Government has doubled the housebuilding target for Stockport, weakened the protections on a third of our precious green belt, and is forcing the Council through Ministerial Directives and threats to adopt a Local Plan which will let developers target green belt first.
We oppose this government’s ‘developers charter’ and need your voice. Do you agree with us that the green spaces that make our area special need to be preserved, and new housing should first be built on brownfield sites, after the infrastructure is provided with schools, improved transport, and GP places guaranteed? Help us send a message to Government and make Labour listen to local people.
Find our more about the local plan on our frequently asked questions page.
Do you agree with us that the green belt needs to be preserved, brownfield sites prioritised, and schools, transport, and GP places guaranteed?
MPs respond for Lib Dems in House of Commons debate
Edinburgh Western MSP Alex Cole-Hamilton has hit out at the practice of “dry-spilling” after obtaining a list of ‘Combined Sewage Overflow’ sites which includes Cramond.
This month's edition includes updates on the former post office building, after-school childcare in Morningside, and the Polwarth roundabout.
Tonight, I voted twice to stop the Government from pressing ahead with proposals that will strip vital support from disabled...
Following the news that the Government's Welfare Reform Bill has passed, Liberal Democrat Leader Ed Davey said:
Tom is standing up against unfair welfare cuts that will push thousands into poverty. He’s fighting for a fair, compassionate system that protects disabled people, carers, and children. Read why he opposes the Bill here.