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ED
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15 Mar 2026
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Local Government
Local Government Finance Emergency
After years of neglect, our local councils are in financial survival mode. The Liberal Democrats are calling on the Government to move past emergency bailouts and deliver a sustainable future for local government.
ZF
15 Mar 2026
International Affairs
Trump and the Wider World
The international stage has been shaken by a series of reckless and illegal actions from Donald Trump’s White House. Liberal Democrat members have passed a new motion to bolster our national defence and strengthen our alliances with reliable partners.
CM
15 Mar 2026
Children & Families
A digital world fit for the next generation
For too long, tech giants have treated children as data to be mined, using addictive algorithms and harmful content to keep them scrolling. While some are calling for blanket bans, we know these are impractical and risk isolating vulnerable groups.
VC
15 Mar 2026
Defence
Britain’s nuclear deterrent depends on Trump. It’s time to change that
If the answer to “Is our nuclear deterrent working?” depends on what Donald Trump had for breakfast, then the answer is no, it’s not. And our deterrent is not truly independent.
ED
14 Mar 2026
Mental Health
Whole-Person Mental Health: Care, Choice, Community, and Combatting Populism
The UK is facing a mental health emergency. Liberal Democrats have a proud record of pushing Britain’s mental health services forward. Now we are offering the bold solutions we need to fight the crisis unfolding in our communities.
DC
14 Mar 2026
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Universities & Skills
From Local Roots to Global Reach: A Liberal Vision for Universities
British universities are a world-leading export and an engine for innovation, but today, the sector is at a breaking point. Liberal Democrats have passed a new plan to deliver a fairer deal for students and graduates and secure the future of the sector.
IS
14 Mar 2026
Economy & Business
Revitalising Town Centres and High Streets
Liberal Democrats are committed to building town centres that inspire pride for generations to come. It is time to stop ignoring the decline of our high streets and breathe new life into them as vibrant hubs for the future.
DC
14 Mar 2026
Crime & Policing
Preserving Trial by Jury
The right to a trial by jury has been a cornerstone of our democracy for over 800 years. Liberal Democrat members have passed a new plan to tackle court backlogs without scrapping juries.
JBF
14 Mar 2026
Transport
Driving Forward - Road to Access
Learning to drive is a vital life skill. Liberal Democrat members passed a new plan to clear the backlogs, end the rip-offs, and get the next generation moving.
OG
14 Mar 2026
Reporting Back
Federal Policy Committee meeting report – February 2026
The Federal Policy Committee met online at the beginning of February, with a full agenda covering forthcoming policy work, consultation papers and sub-committee appointments.
DMK
10 Mar 2026
Children & Families
Protecting Children Online
Big tech companies should not be allowed to profit at the expense of children’s wellbeing.
MW
9 Mar 2026
Universities & Skills
Our plan to fix the student finance system and support graduates
Our pragmatic, costed and achievable plan that would make a real difference to graduates now, while also fixing the system for the long term.
LD
22 Feb 2026
Economy & Business
Get Britain Growing Again
Lib Dems announce plan to replace Treasury with new Department for Growth based in Birmingham
LD
11 Feb 2026
Tackling historical sexual misconduct in our party
Help us stamp out this sort of appalling behaviour in our party – and across our society.
ED
7 Feb 2026
LGBT+ Liberal Democrats
Ed Davey reflects on LGBT History Month 2026
This LGBT+ History Month we celebrate the contributions of LGBT+ people throughout history, reflect on the struggles they have faced and reaffirm our determination to make progress on equality.
ED
1 Feb 2026
Choose a brighter future with the Liberal Democrats | Election Broadcast
View the latest Liberal Democrat Party Political Broadcast.
29 Jan 2026
Reporting Back
Federal Policy Committee meeting report - Jan 2026
After a policy development-heavy first meeting, the new Federal Policy Committee’s second meeting focused on understanding the party’s key political priorities for winning over the voters we need, and the role our policies play in that.
MK
27 Jan 2026
Lib Dem videos
Health, Care & the NHS
Don’t Nix Care: Protecting our Hospices
Hospices provide compassionate end of life care for hundreds of thousands of people each year, while easing pressure on overstretched NHS hospitals. After years of underfunding and rising costs, our new policy will secure the future of hospice care.
AB
20 Sep 2025
Economy & Business
Backing Hospitality for Growth and Jobs
Hospitality businesses are vital for jobs, economic growth, and thriving communities – our new policy backs hospitality, helping pubs, cafés, restaurants, and hotels not just survive, but thrive - supporting local jobs and boosting the economy.
DC
20 Sep 2025
Universities & Skills
Opportunity For All
Skills shortages are holding back our economy, while investment in training has plummeted and opportunities to re-skill remain out of reach for too many people. Our reforms will give everyone the tools, support, and confidence to succeed at any age.
IS
20 Sep 2025
Latest UK News
Freedom From Harm - Gambling as a Public Health Issue
Liberal Democrats have passed bold new policy to put public health at the heart of gambling regulation. These reforms would save lives, raise hundreds of millions for NHS treatment, and finally hold the industry to account.
MW
20 Sep 2025
Health, Care & the NHS
Getting Emergency Care Back on Track
Our NHS emergency services are in crisis – with patients dying in A&E waiting rooms, hours-long ambulance delays, and unsafe ‘corridor care’ becoming routine. Our new policy will restore dignity for patients, protect NHS staff, and save lives.
HM
20 Sep 2025
Crime & Policing
Policing Fit for the Future
Years of Conservative neglect left our policing system in crisis - our bold new policy will make policing fit for the future, putting public safety first, ensuring everyone can feel safe in their home and on their street.
LS
20 Sep 2025