Swinson: BBC gender pay gap should be a wake-up call

Figures published today have shown that of the 108 people at the BBC who earn more than £150,000, just 34 are women.

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OBR warns of £36bn Brexit hit to public finances

The Office for Budgetary Responsibility (OBR) has warned that even a small hit to productivity caused by Brexit could cause a £97bn hit to the UK economy in the long-term, reducing tax receipts by £36 billion.




Wera Hobhouse MP’s speech on Grenfell Tower fire

One month on from this tragedy, there is no less pain for the victims and their families, no less fear, and no less anger over the failings of the political system.

Wera Hobhouse MP




Jo Swinson’s message for Pride 2017: Love Happens Here

Pride is a colourful, energetic celebration of freedom, love and acceptance. Each year I am amazed as thousands of people of all sexualities take to the streets in the name of freedom and equality.




Social care safety paints ‘concerning picture’ – Lib Dems

“This paints an incredibly concerning picture of the state of social care services across the country and I fear this will only get worse as the Government repeatedly fail to address the fundamental challenges around finances and staffing in the sector.