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?
The Liberal Democrats' stall at Birmingham Pride this weekend is drawing lots of support - signing up new members and with people like local MP John Hemming and local MEP Liz Lynne joining us to hear about the concerns of their lesbian, gay, bi and trans constituents. If you're in the area do come along and join us today.
Solar panels costing £115,000 could be put up on council buildings.
A new programme of council housing will be built in Newcastle, including on Trevelyan Drive.
The Rochdale MEP who blew the whistle on the abuse of expenses by other
Paul Rowen, MP for Rochdale, has joined the board of trustees of the Arthritis Research Campaign (ARC) Paul, a Lib Dem Work and Pension Minister, who has been headhunted for the role said, "'It is an honour to be chosen to help with the work of such a respected and worthwhile organisation which does incredible work for those suffering from a debilitating disease. I hope that I can provide the link between ARC and Parliament, ensuring that their work is put into practice at the earliest possible opportunity'
Local residents, supported by Lib Dem Councillor Caroline Nichols, have successfully fought off an attempt to over-develop a site in Lower Sunbury.