Two former party leaders have died
Ted Heath, former prime minister and Conservative leader passed away aged 89. Parliamentary business was suspended after tributes had been paid by political allies and opponents alike.
19 Jul 2005
National News
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Chancellor's statement shows greater scrutiny of fiscal policy needed - Vince Cable
Commenting on the Chancellor's statement to change the definition of the economic cycle, Liberal Democrat Shadow Chancellor Vince Cable MP has said "This makes a mockery of the Golden Rule and shows again the need for independent scrutiny of fiscal policy. For too long the Chancellor has been setting his own tests and then taking credit for having passed. He should admit he has made a mistake this time."
19 Jul 2005
Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs. Uganda. Tuesday, 19 July 2005
Paul Rowen (Rochdale, LDem)
PRMP
19 Jul 2005
Gay Slur Cop Not Disciplined
Richard Brunstrom, the Chief Constable of North Wales has not been disciplined for calling homosexuals "queer".
19 Jul 2005
Conscience and Reform: The Liberal Democrat Agenda for Britain
In a keynote speech at Westminster, Charles Kennedy has set out his vision of how the Liberal Democrats will respond to the challenges of the next parliament.
18 Jul 2005
Poll Axed - Lib Dems win Cheadle!
Rochdale Liberal Democrats are delighted to announce that Cllr. Mark Hunter, Leader of Stockport Council has been elected to represent Cheadle in a stunning By-Election success. Despite a very negative and often disgraceful Conservative Campaign - Mark will join Cllr. Paul Rowen MP in Parliament to speak up for Greater Manchester. The Labour Party, who did their level best to make inroads in this seat lost their deposit.
18 Jul 2005