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Lib Dems pivot to 'gloves-off' strategy as internal frustration over Ed Davey grows

The Liberal Democrats are attempting a strategic shift at their 2026 conference, moving from cautious consolidation to a more radical, 'gloves-off' approach to address stagnant polling and internal discontent. Deputy leader Daisy Cooper has framed the event as a 'springboard' to reclaim national attention, specifically by championing a return to the EU single market and customs union. This pivot aims to counter perceptions of the party as 'boring' or 'weak' and to compete with the rising Green Party and Reform UK. While leadership insists this marks 'stage two' of their post-election strategy, significant factions within the party remain frustrated with leader Sir Ed Davey, viewing his cautious style as a hindrance to capitalizing on their record 2024 election results.

via BBC|

#daisy-cooper #ed-davey #liberal-democrats

politics3 months ago•3 min saved

Lib Dems urged to launch independent probe into deselection over Christian faith

London civil court proceedings have confirmed the Lib Dems unlawfully discriminated against former BBC journalist David Campanale over his Christian beliefs when he was deselected for Sutton and Cheam ahead of the 2024 election; with a damages decision looming, the Liberal Democrat Christian Forum is urging an independent inquiry, backed by Tim Farron, as internal reviews face potential involvement from the Equality and Human Rights Commission if not completed in time.

via BBC|

#deselection #discrimination #equality-act

politics7 months ago•4 min saved

Lib Dems push for a fully British nuclear deterrent to end US dependence

Liberal Democrat leader Ed Davey urged Britain to develop a fully independent nuclear deterrent to stop relying on US-supplied Trident missiles, proposing a two-stage plan to domestically maintain existing systems and eventually manufacture a British-made replacement, with costs borne in the UK; the party’s stance contrasts with the government’s defence position that the UK’s deterrent supports NATO, and estimates for the plan’s price are not provided.

via BBC|

#ed-davey #liberal-democrats #nuclear-weapons

politics7 months ago•26 min saved

Parliament mulls releasing Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor trade papers amid transparency push

The Liberal Democrats have secured a Commons debate demanding the release of all papers related to Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s 2001 trade envoy appointment. The government says it will comply where possible but warns publishing material could jeopardise police investigations. The exchange underlines a broader push for transparency and parliamentary scrutiny of royal and government dealings, amid ongoing Epstein-related inquiries.

via BBC|

#andrew-mountbatten-windsor #epstein #liberal-democrats

politics8 months ago•1 min saved

Lib Dems nominate Jackie Pearcey for Gorton and Denton by-election

The Liberal Democrats have named Jackie Pearcey, a longtime local campaigner and school governor with a PhD in nuclear physics, as their candidate for the Gorton and Denton by-election triggered by Andrew Gwynne’s health-related resignation, with Pearcey focusing on cost of living, NHS funding and revitalising local high streets, including her campaign to save Gorton Monastery from conversion to flats.

via BBC|

#by-election #gorton-and-denton #gorton-monastery

politics8 months ago•3 min saved

Lib Dems push public war bonds to fund UK defence boost

The Liberal Democrats propose issuing publicly available “war bonds” to raise up to £20bn for defence, letting citizens lend to the government for 2–3 years at standard gilt-rate interest, with the proceeds ring-fenced for defence and paired with reforms to the MoD’s procurement process amid calls for increased NATO-aligned spending.

via BBC|

#defence-spending #ed-davey #liberal-democrats

politics2 years ago•2 min saved

Liberal Democrats Promise 8,000 New GPs and Target Key Tory Seats

The Liberal Democrats have pledged to recruit 8,000 more GPs if elected, aiming to ensure patients can see a doctor within seven days. The plan, costing £4bn over five years, is central to their general election campaign and includes measures to boost recruitment and retain experienced GPs. Party leader Sir Ed Davey criticized Conservative management of the NHS and emphasized the need for political transformation to address health and care issues.

via BBC.com|

#ed-davey #general-election #gps

politics2 years ago•2 min saved

"Lawmakers Split on Condemning Iran's Attack as Israel Faces Drone and Missile Threat"

Progressive House Democrats are urging their colleagues to vote against a $26 billion aid package for Israel, aiming to send a message to President Biden about their discontent over his support for Israel's actions in Gaza. They want to see limits on offensive weapons to prevent civilian casualties and view the upcoming vote as a defining moment akin to past decisions on military action. While the bill is expected to pass, the significant Democratic opposition would signal a departure from the traditional bipartisan support for Israel and highlight divisions within the party over the conflict in Gaza.

via The New York Times|

#gaza #israel #liberal-democrats

politics3 years ago•2 min saved

2023 Local Elections: Shakeup in Traditional Tory Areas, Labour Eyes Power.

The Liberal Democrats have gained more than 400 seats in local council elections in England, including control of 12 councils in traditionally Conservative areas such as Windsor and Maidenhead and Stratford-on-Avon. The party's success in the Tory "Blue Wall" areas it is targeting at the next general election has buoyed hopes of a strong performance in 2024. The BBC has projected that if the whole of Britain had voted, the Liberal Democrats would have won 20% of the national vote, with Labour on 35%, the Conservatives on 26%, and other parties on 19%.

via BBC|

#blue-wall-seats #conservative-party #liberal-democrats