Benefits & Pensions
Standing up for the most vulnerable in society
Why we opposed the Government’s welfare bill
SD
3 Jul 2025
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Windrush Day 2025
77 years ago today, the HMT Empire Windrush docked in Essex - marking the beginning of the Windrush generation’s arrival here in the UK.
20 Jun 2025
LGBT+
Pride Month 2025
So we will keep fighting - until we can finally build a society where everyone is free to be who they are.
ED
1 Jun 2025
LGBT+
International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia
My message to the UK’s LGBTQ+ community is clear - I support you. I stand with you.
CJ
17 May 2025
Home Affairs
Standing Up to Divisive Politics
In the face of divisive and destructive politics, it is more important than ever that the Liberal Democrats continue to offer a liberal alternative.
LS
14 May 2025
Lib Dems Winning
Overtaking the Conservatives
Local Election Results Briefing: Our best ever winning streak
LD
3 May 2025
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Reporting Back
Chair’s Report from the FCC Agenda Selection Meeting – Autumn Conference 2025, Bournemouth
The Federal Conference Committee met to review submissions and finalise the agenda for Autumn Conference in Bournemouth, 20 to 23 September 2025. We’re very much looking forward to returning to Bournemouth; a venue many members know and love.
NC
8 Jul 2025
Reporting Back
Liberal Democrats do best at beating Reform
Party President Mark Pack presents figures showing how it is only the Lib Dems who are taking on and beating Reform in council by-elections.
MP
20 Jun 2025
Reporting Back
Helping spread our strength across the country
Party President Mark Pack starts his May report with news of a councillor with over 50 years of public service.
MP
23 May 2025
Lib Dems Winning
Vote Liberal Democrat Today
Every vote for the Liberal Democrats counts. It's a vote to elect a strong local champion, who will fight for a fair deal for you and your community.
LD
1 May 2025
Reporting Back
Our best candidate showing since 2009
Party President Mark Pack writes about how our local candidate numbers are catching up on Labour and the Conservatives.
MP
25 Apr 2025
Lib Dem response to the "For Women Scotland" case
Speaking in Parliament, Liberal Democrat Women and Equalities Spokesperson Christine Jardine said:
24 Apr 2025
Economy & Business
Ending Trump’s terrible trade war
We have to stand tough against Trump’s tariffs
LD
11 Apr 2025
Reporting Back
FPC meeting report April
The Federal Policy Committee are planning ahead.
JH
2 Apr 2025
Reporting Back
Bar charts at the ready
Party President Mark Pack writes about a familiar topic for Liberal Democrats…
MP
28 Mar 2025
Latest UK News
Taking on Trump & Farage – and fixing church roofs
Leader's Speech to Spring Conference 2025
ED
23 Mar 2025
Farming & Food
Animal Welfare in the Food System
The Liberal Democrat plan commits to making the UK a global leader in animal welfare through stronger standards, workforce investment, and ethical farming practices.
TF
23 Mar 2025
International Affairs
Taking on Trump
Only the Liberal Democrats will stand up to Trump, invest in the UK’s security, support Ukraine, hold back Russia, deepen our ties with European and commonwealth partners, and stand up for liberal, British values.
CM
22 Mar 2025
Lib Dem videos
LGBT+
Free To Be Who You Are
As liberals, we believe that true equality is achieved when individuals are not only free from prejudice and discrimination, but also free to fulfil their potential. So fighting for LGBTQ+ rights is not a choice Liberals make.
CJ
22 Mar 2025
Latest UK News
Making Britain a science superpower
The Liberal Democrats' bold plan to restore UK leadership in science and innovation will drive investment, boost global collaboration, and ensure technology benefits everyone, not just the privileged few.
VC
22 Mar 2025
Reporting Back
Federal Policy Committee
Meetings report March 2025
JH
21 Mar 2025
Latest UK News
A message from Christine Jardine on International Women's Day
Reflecting on the year’s International Women’s Day theme of “accelerate action”, I am sadly reminded of how much more we still need to achieve.
CJMP
7 Mar 2025
Climate Change
CCC’s 7th Carbon Budget
Hopefully Britain will listen to these targets, and see them not just as international ‘red tape’ but as an impetus to begin a dramatic expansion of our domestic energy capacity - for all our sakes.
PH
27 Feb 2025
International Affairs
Britain must lead on defence and aid
The UK needs to strengthen both our Armed Forces and our soft power.
ED
25 Feb 2025