A Liberal councillor who made LGBT+ history
Sam Green was the first openly gay politician ever elected in the UK – and possibly the world.
ED
by Ed Davey
19 Nov 2025
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Trans Awareness Week
November 13−19 2025 marks Trans Awareness Week. It is a time to listen to and act on the voices of transgender and non-binary people, celebrate their contributions and resilience, and recognise the barriers they continue to face.
13 Nov 2025
Federal Party News
Josh Babarinde elected as the new President of the Liberal Democrats
Members have elected Josh Babarinde, MP for Eastbourne, as the new President of the Liberal Democrats.
12 Nov 2025
Islamophobia Awareness Month
November marks Islamophobia Awareness Month, a time to reflect on the experiences of Muslim communities in the UK and to stand with them against prejudice, discrimination and hatred.
6 Nov 2025
Remembering Ming
Ed Davey remembers Ming Campbell in remarks made to the House of Commons
15 Oct 2025
Marie Goldman marks the start of Black History Month 2025
October has arrived, bringing with it Black History Month - a time to celebrate the Black British community and their past, present and future contributions.
MG
1 Oct 2025
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Reporting Back
Federal Conference Committee - Post Meeting Report
Meeting of 8 December 2025
NC
17 Dec 2025
Reporting Back
Another year of progress
Party President Mark Pack writes his final report back to party members
MP
17 Dec 2025
New Liberal Democrat appointments to the House of Lords
Three new Liberal Democrat appointments to the House of Lords have been announced today.
LD
10 Dec 2025
Reporting Back
The County Durham model: lessons for Lib Dems everywhere
Party President Mark Pack’s latest report back to members.
MP
27 Nov 2025
Reporting Back
Federal Policy Committee meetings report Autumn 2025
FPC’s three meetings this autumn, our last before a new committee is elected in the internal elections, have focussed mainly on discussions with our working groups developing policy papers for conferences next year.
JH
24 Nov 2025
Reporting Back
How our local government base has grown
Party President Mark Pack’s latest report back to members.
MP
23 Oct 2025
North West Leicestershire
National Hate Crime Awareness Week
During Hate Crime Awareness Week, we call on everyone - individuals, organisations and political leaders - to stand up against hate, support those affected, and help build a society where everyone can live free from fear, prejudice and discrimination.
MG
11 Oct 2025
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Remembering Menzies Campbell
It is with great sadness that we have announced the death of our dear friend and former leader, Menzies Campbell.
LD
26 Sep 2025
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Don’t let Trump’s America become Farage’s Britain
Leader's Speech to Autumn Conference 2025
ED
23 Sep 2025
International Affairs
Defending Women’s Rights Across the Globe
Women’s rights around the world are under attack, with authoritarianism on the rise and deep cuts to UK aid undermining decades of progress. Defending women's rights must be a top priority and the UK must act boldly.
CM
23 Sep 2025
International Affairs
Towards a Ceasefire and Political Resolution in Sudan
Two years of brutal civil war have turned Sudan into one of the world’s worst humanitarian crises, with over 30 million people in urgent need of aid. Our new policy calls for UK leadership to end the conflict - standing with the Sudanese people.
MH
23 Sep 2025
Science & Technology
A New Hope for the Space Industry
Space is no longer science fiction – it underpins our economy, security, and daily lives. Our new policy will renew the National Space Strategy, support UK spaceports and hubs, and designate space as a strategic industry.
VC
23 Sep 2025
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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
LGBTQ+
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