Deadlines for York 2017 Lib Dem spring conference published
One federal conference done, the next is on the horizon already. The deadlines for motions and the like to the spring 2017 conference in York have been published:
25 Sep 2016
VIDEO: Tim Farron on being a strong opposition
Here's the new film from the Liberal Democrats, featuring party leader Tim Farron talking about what an opposition party really should be doing: Taken from Tim Farron's Brighton conference speech.
24 Sep 2016
Another week and Six Lib Dem gains with massive swings
What a wonderful week! Seven gains in Fourteen by-elections for the Liberal Democrats And substantial swings in three other seats.
24 Sep 2016
Why I am going to Witney and I want you to go too
It's not just that I am having withdrawal symptoms from a wonderful four days at Conference that makes me want to rush down to Witney to spend time with more Liberal Democrats. That may be part of it, but why would I want to risk the guilt-inducing wrath of my dog by leaving her again so soon?
CL
23 Sep 2016
UP THE BREXIT CREEK - Everyone should read what Nick Clegg has to say about Theresa May and Brexit
Former Liberal Democrat leader Nick Clegg - and the man whose picture students are probably still using to play darts - seems to be recovering his political career. You see, he keeps making intelligent comments about Brexit.
NZ
22 Sep 2016
Lib Dems can ‘become local media,’ claims ex-campaign chief
A leading Liberal Democrat commentator has called on his party to "become the local media" in their areas. Mark Pack, left, who ran the Lib Dems' online campaigns at the 2001 and 2005 General Elections, told his party's conference that what he called the "death" of local media represented a chance for activists to become the "Rupert Murdoch" of their constituency.
DS
23 Sep 2016
UK Lib Dem news
Science & Technology
A New Hope for the Space Industry
Space is no longer science fiction – it underpins our economy, security, and daily lives. Our new policy will renew the National Space Strategy, support UK spaceports and hubs, and designate space as a strategic industry.
VC
23 Sep 2025
Migration
Building a Fair Asylum System
The UK’s asylum system is failing, leaving people fleeing conflict stuck in temporary housing, unable to work, and separated from their loved ones. Our new policy gives practical solutions to clear up the broken system left by the Conservatives.
LS
23 Sep 2025
Science & Technology
A Liberal Vision for Digital Rights
The Online Safety Act was meant to protect people, yet its flawed implementation risks undermining privacy, free expression, and secure communication. Our new policy addresses our concerns and fights for a digital future where rights are protected.
VC
23 Sep 2025