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The Liberal Democrat view on the major pieces of legislation currently going through Parliament, or which have recently been passed.
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Counter-Terrorism Bill 2008Mon, 01 Sep 2008The Liberal Democrats support post-charge questioning but oppose extending the period of detention without charge to 42 days |
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European Union (Amendment) Act 2008Mon, 01 Sep 2008The Liberal Democrats supported this Act, which ratifies the Lisbon Treaty. The Treaty, if passed by all EU member states, will reform the EU's decision-making structures. |
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Climate Change BillThu, 14 Aug 2008Lib Dems have campaigned hard for a climate change bill, but the Government's proposals have gaping holes and need substantial amendments to strengthen them. |
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Pensions BillTue, 05 Aug 2008The Government's plans to introduce personal accounts are a step in the right direction, but their attempts to increase incentives to save are undermined by an obsession with means-testing. |
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Energy BillTue, 05 Aug 2008The Liberal Democrats argue that Britain should commit itself to a carbon neutral future, with renewable energy playing a key role |
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Finance Act 2008Fri, 01 Aug 2008The Liberal Democrats put up strong opposition to the Government's doubling of tax on the low paid |
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Sale of Student Loans Act 2008Wed, 23 Jul 2008Liberal Democrats worked hard to ensure safeguards for student borrowers, value for money for the tax payer and transparency throughout the transaction process |
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Children and Young Persons BillThu, 24 Jan 2008Despite a plethora of initiatives over the last 10 years, many young people in care are still being failed by the system - it is vitally important to get it right after all this time. Liberal Democrat MPs and peers have worked hard to ensure that the child's voice is heard when decisions that affect their future are taken. |