Highest levels of excess deaths demands Government learn lessons Liberal Democrats call for review into school exclusions Liberal Democrats: Government are failing survivors of sexual violence Government must step in with Green incentives to save the car industry Liberal Democrats: Record high of self harm in prisons shows extent of crisis Leaked letter shows thousands […]
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28 July 2020 – today’s press releases
Davey calls for PM to put Martin Forde QC in charge of a Coronavirus Inquiry Davey: PM must take second wave risk seriously Government gaps in support for freelancers leaving employers to pick up the tab Government must apply same human rights standards to US when it comes to exports Dodds: ‘Swansea Tidal Lagoon is […]
15 July 2020 – today’s press releases
Liberal Democrats secure PM commitment to independent inquiry Consequences of Government cuts for BBC is now clear as day Failing Graying has undone PM, now ISC must publish Russia report PM running scared of real scrutiny from Intelligence Committee Liberal Democrats secure PM commitment to independent inquiry Acting Liberal Democrat Leader Ed Davey has today […]
6 July 2020 – today’s press releases
The PM blaming care homes for his failure is shameful Landmark domestic abuse legislation passes House of Commons The PM blaming care homes for his failure is shameful Responding to the Prime Minister’s comments today saying that “we discovered too many care homes didn’t really follow the procedures in the way that they could have,” […]
29 June 2020 – today’s press releases
Govt must make mental health support available to health and care workers New Trade and Agriculture Commission must be a “watchdog with teeth” – Farron Govt must stop spending money on measures that don’t prevent crime Govt must make more help available for people and businesses in Leicester Govt must make mental health support available […]
23 June 2020 – today’s press releases
Lib Dems table amendments to stop MPs debating complaints in the chamber Govt must be transparent on guidance behind decision to relax lockdown Govt must guarantee scrutiny in Parliament as daily COVID updates cease Lib Dems table amendments to stop MPs debating complaints in the chamber The Liberal Democrats have tabled amendments to the Independent […]
16 June 2020 – today’s press releases
Govt spending £120m on Festival for Brexit instead of free school meals over the summer PM’s decision to scrap DFID shows Govt turning its back on most in need Govt must act to address disproportionate impact of pandemic on BAME communities Govt must go beyond u-turn on free school meals to give every child best […]
15 June 2020 – today’s press releases
Conservatives are gambling with our future Davey: Johnson’s trade tactics will hurt economy Wrongheaded to reject spare spaces for schools, Lib Dems warn Lib Dems call on PM “not to turn your back” on child refugees Govt deliberately moving away from expert advice Lib Dems celebrate victory in the Lords Conservatives are gambling with our […]
15 June 2020 – the overnight press releases
Govt must not use new commission to avoid tackling racism straight away Govt must support struggling families Govt must not use new commission to avoid tackling racism straight away Responding to the Government’s announcement of a cross-governmental commission to address the inequalities that BAME communities face, Liberal Democrat Equalities Spokesperson Christine Jardine said: Too many […]
10 June 2020 – today’s press releases
Lib Dems propose support package for employers to keep workers safe as lockdown eases (to be published here tomorrow) Davey: UK needs Green Recovery Plan to counter COVID-19 economic damage PM must take charge and ensure deprived children aren’t left behind Davey: PM must abolish suspicion-less stop and search Davey statement after call with the […]