The latest Immigration Statistics, published this morning, show that 51,906 people are waiting for an initial decision on their asylum claims, an increase of 33% since last year. 31,516 have been waiting for more than six months, a 68% increase. People who’ve … read more
Today we have introduced a Bill to require the Government to seek a two-year extension to the Brexit transition period, in light of the Coronavirus pandemic. To choose a No Deal Brexit and crash out, when the option to extend the … read more
Last week, we published the frank independent review into the 2019 general election. It rightly received plaudits in the media for its candour. This review challenges us to change as a party and to change the country for the better. … read more
In the midst of the Covid 19 crisis it is easy to think it is the only issue in town. But there is another issue that as Liberals we should not need reminding of. One aspect of it was highlighted … read more
Following the 2019 General Election, the Federal Board commissioned Dorothy Thornhill and her team of fourteen to conduct an independent review of the Party’s performance. The Liberal Democrats are committed to a fair and open society and reflect that in … read more