Lib Dems Win Council Backing for Minimum Alcohol Price Call
The Liberal Democrats' call for the introduction of a minimum price for alcohol, to stop shops selling alcohol at a loss, has won the backing of Bedford Borough Council.
27 Feb 2009
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Liberal Democrats launch new plans to rebuild social housing and rescue the construction industry
The Liberal Democrats have launched new plans to greatly increase the supply of social housing, stem the tide of repossessions and rescue the beleaguered construction industry.
26 Feb 2009
Vann slams Labour's waste of £12.5 billion as ratio of unemployed to vacancies in Bedford and Kempston rises above national average
Henry Vann, parliamentary campaigner for the Liberal Democrats in Bedford and Kempston has slammed Labour's waste of £12.5 billion on a short term VAT cut.
24 Feb 2009
Vann slams Cameron's tax con
"Don't be fooled by the Conservative's tinkering" says Vann
20 Feb 2009
Local children will benefit from Lib Dem schools plan
Proposals from the Liberal Democrats for big improvements to schools and teaching will see around £17 million of extra cash for schools in Bedfordshire to boost the education and life chances of thousands of children.
11 Feb 2009
Withdrawal of Eco-town Plan Welcomed by Lib Dems
The proposal for a new town of up to 20,000 homes in the Marston Vale as part of the Government's 'Eco-towns' programme has been withdrawn. Bedford Borough Liberal Democrats had submitted a critical response to the Government's consultation on the Eco-Town programme, and have welcomed the withdrawal of the bid.
10 Feb 2009