Matthew Parris

Ex West Derbyshire Tory MP, Matthew Parris to Vote Liberal Democrat

Why I'll vote Lib Dem for the first time in my life I hadn't expected the question but, when it came, my answer was straight from both heart and head, and I shall never regret it. On Monday night the BBC News Channel presenter, Lukwesa Burak, had invited me to discuss the withdrawal of the Conservative whip from Michael Heseltine. He's being punished by the Tories for saying he would vote Liberal Democrat in tomorrow's European elections. I voiced the admiration I feel for Lord Heseltine.

MATTHEWPARRIS
21 May 2019
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European elections: Lib Dems could ‘shake foundations’ of British politics by beating Labour and Tories, says Vince Cable

Exclusive: For the first time in a century, it is 'possible' the third party could outstrip its rivals in a national poll The Liberal Democrats could "shake the foundations" of British politics by finishing ahead of not only the Conservatives but also Labour in this month's European elections, leader Sir Vince Cable has said.

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Economy & Business

Revitalising Town Centres and High Streets

Liberal Democrats are committed to building town centres that inspire pride for generations to come. It is time to stop ignoring the decline of our high streets and breathe new life into them as vibrant hubs for the future.

DC
14 Mar 2026
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Crime & Policing

Preserving Trial by Jury

The right to a trial by jury has been a cornerstone of our democracy for over 800 years. Liberal Democrat members have passed a new plan to tackle court backlogs without scrapping juries.

JBF
14 Mar 2026
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High Peak Liberal Democrats AGM Notice 7.30pm, 4 December 2024

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