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Welcome to Devizes Constituency Liberal DemocratsNick Clegg made this statement earlier tonight: "Tonight the Liberal Democrat Parliamentary Party and the Federal Executive of the Liberal Democrat party have overwhelmingly accepted my recommendation that we should now enter into a coalition government with the Conservative Party." "Before I say anything more about that coalition government I would like to express my thanks and admiration for Gordon Brown. He has been a towering figure in British politics for well over a decade. And the manner in which he has acted over the last few days has demonstrated immense dignity, grace and a profound sense of his public duty. "We are now going to form a new government More importantly than anything else, we are going to form a new kind of government; I hope this is the start of a new kind of politics I have always believed in. Diverse, plural, where politicians with different points of view find a way to work together to provide the good government for the sake of the whole country deserves. "That was what we were asked to do by the people of Britain in the General Election last Thursday and that is what we will deliver. "I want to thank David Cameron for the very open, constructive and workmanlike way in which we have come together to make this agreement on how we can come together in this coalition government. We are obviously politicians from different parties. I believe we are now united in seeking to meet the immense challenges that now face the country and to deliver a fairer, better Britain. "Of course there will be problems along the way; of course there will be glitches. But I will always do my best to prove that new politics isn't just possible - it is also better. "I'd like to say something directly to the nearly seven million people who supported the Liberal Democrats in the General Election last week. I am now acutely aware that I carry your hopes and aspirations into this coalition agreement. "I am sure you have many questions, maybe many doubts. But I can assure you I would not have entered into this agreement unless I was genuinely convinced it was a unique opportunity to deliver the changes you and I believe in. Fair taxes. A fair start in life for every child. A new approach to our discredited banking system and the prospect of green and sustainable economic growth. And new, open politics which you can trust once again. "So I hope you will now keep faith with us let us prove to you that we can serve this country with humility, with fairness at the heart of everything we do. And with total dedication to the interests and livelihoods of everyone in this country." You will find news about our campaigns, forthcoming events and more from the Liberal Democrats in Devizes, Marlborough, Burbage & Bedwyn, Ludgershall, Durrington, Pewsey, Bromham & Potterne, Bulford, Tidworth and surrounding areas. Nick Clegg Statement6.16.27am BST (GMT +0100) Wed 12th May 2010 Nick Clegg made this statement earlier tonight: "Tonight the Liberal Democrat Parliamentary Party and the Federal Executive of the Liberal Democrat party have overwhelmingly accepted my recommendation that we should now enter into a coalition government with the Conservative Party." "Before I say anything more about that coalition government I would like to express my thanks and admiration for Gordon Brown. He has been a towering figure in British politics for well over a decade. And the manner in which he has acted over the last few days has demonstrated immense dignity, grace and a profound sense of his public duty. "We are now going to form a new government More importantly than anything else, we are going to form a new kind of government; I hope this is the start of a new kind of politics I have always believed in. Diverse, plural, where politicians with different points of view find a way to work together to provide the good government for the sake of the whole country deserves. "That was what we were asked to do by the people of Britain in the General Election last Thursday and that is what we will deliver. "I want to thank David Cameron for the very open, constructive and workmanlike way in which we have come together to make this agreement on how we can come together in this coalition government. We are obviously politicians from different parties. I believe we are now united in seeking to meet the immense challenges that now face the country and to deliver a fairer, better Britain. "Of course there will be problems along the way; of course there will be glitches. But I will always do my best to prove that new politics isn't just possible - it is also better. "I'd like to say something directly to the nearly seven million people who supported the Liberal Democrats in the General Election last week. I am now acutely aware that I carry your hopes and aspirations into this coalition agreement. "I am sure you have many questions, maybe many doubts. But I can assure you I would not have entered into this agreement unless I was genuinely convinced it was a unique opportunity to deliver the changes you and I believe in. Fair taxes. A fair start in life for every child. A new approach to our discredited banking system and the prospect of green and sustainable economic growth. And new, open politics which you can trust once again. "So I hope you will now keep faith with us let us prove to you that we can serve this country with humility, with fairness at the heart of everything we do. And with total dedication to the interests and livelihoods of everyone in this country." Campaigners in Ludgershall1.48.00pm BST (GMT +0100) Tue 4th May 2010
Fiona with her campaigners in Ludgershall Fair taxes5.58.00pm BST (GMT +0100) Sun 2nd May 2010
Their Inheritance tax giveaway will cost £6bn over the course of the next Parliament It is aimed at the wealthiest 0.8% of estates in the UK Every year, 3000 of the wealthiest estates in the country would each benefit by almost £250,000
These are misunderstandings I have encountered whilst canvassing.12.00.00am BST (GMT +0100) Sun 2nd May 2010 Family Tax Credits Liberal Democrats will NOT END TAX CREDITS, in particular child tax credits. We will reform them and make them Fairer. We will fix payment for 6 months at a time to end the endless changes. Even those higher-earning families who are affected will still be at least £155 better off overall as a result of our income tax cuts. WE WILL NOT SCRAP CHILD BENEFIT Trident Liberal Democrats are saying no like for like replacement for Trident to save money. We oppose unilateral disarmament. Trident can last for another 35 years. Road Repairs Liberal Democrats want to see our local roads repaired, some are very dangerous. We will cut new road building to put more money into public transport. Fiona Hornby Undecided voters swing to Lib Dems following final Leaders Debate6.09.15pm BST (GMT +0100) Fri 30th Apr 2010
Last night was the final of the three televised Leaders' debates. Leader of the Liberal Democrats, Nick Clegg, debated with Gordon Brown and David Cameron about the economy. Subjects discussed included breaking up the banks, creating more jobs and reinvigorating the British economy. Most post-debate polls scored this final debate to David Cameron, but again put Nick Clegg clearly ahead of Gordon Brown. An analysis by pollsters Angus Reid of previously undecided voters who watched the debate gave Nick Clegg 37%, David Cameron 25%, Gordon Brown 22% and Not sure 16%. Angus Reid found that 32% of undecided voters say they are now more likely to vote for the Liberal Democrats after watching the final debate, with just 18% Conservative and 15% Labour. In his closing statement at the final leaders' debate, Liberal Democrat Leader Nick Clegg said: "Everything I've said during these three television debates is driven by my simple belief that if we do things differently this time, we can create a fairer, better Britain. "As you decide how to cast your vote, of course you'll be told by these two, that real change is dangerous, that it can't be done. "Don't let anyone scare you from following your instincts. Together next week we can change Britain for good. "Just think how many times you've been given lots of promises by these two old parties - only to discover when they get into Government that nothing really changes. "We can do so much better than that this time. "Of course I can't guarantee that every problem you face will be solved overnight. But I can guarantee that I will work tirelessly to deliver greater fairness for you. "Fairer taxes, so that you pay less but people at the top pay their fair share. "A fair start, smaller class sizes, for your children. "A different approach to the economy. "And open, decent politics which you can trust once again. "I believe all this can happen. This is your election. This is your country. "When you go to vote next week, choose the future you really want. If you believe like I do that we can do things differently this time, then together we will really change Britain. "Don't let anyone tell you it can't happen. It can. This time, you can make the difference." Coalition Conundrum12.00.00am BST (GMT +0100) Thu 29th Apr 2010
The violent objections to coalitions emanating from some in the Labour and Conservatives camps must strike a very odd note with their local councillors up and down the country. According to The Times, no fewer than 32 local authorities in England alone are run by varying combinations of parties in coalition (see above). The Conservatives are major players in this game, participating in no fewer than 25 of them. From Cumbria to Cornwall. In major city authorities like Birmingham and Leeds. And in four London boroughs: Brent, Camden, Southwark and Hounslow. Labour are involved in 12 of the coalitions and the Liberal Democrats in 29. Mike Thomas (site Moderator of www.charter2010.co.uk) said: "Reservations about about hung parliaments are wholly legitimate; Charter 2010 has never advocated a hung parliament - we just want the parties to plan sensibly to deal with one if we get it. An aspiration that seems entirely reasonable with the polls where they are now. Labour and the Conservatives are absolutely entitled to say they are trying to win the election outright. But to add that a hung parliament - and the prospect of having to govern in coalition with others - offers an impossibly damaging prospect for the country doesn't make much sense, or show much respect for the commonsense of the electors. Perhaps it is time for the party leaders to consult with their supporters in local government. For many years now, they have been managing to achieve what their national counterparts apparently find so difficult to come to terms with." Archive of earlier news stories.
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