Plans to build 276 houses on a derelict and empty site in Birtley have been welcomed by one of the town’s Liberal Democrat councillors.
Liberal Democrat Councillor for Low Fell, Ron Beadle, has been re-elected as Leader of the party and Opposition on Gateshead Council.
Local councillors Amanda Wintcher, Ian Patterson and Paul Diston share our community’s sadness about the tragedy that occurred in Bill Quay on Friday evening. Our thoughts are especially with Layton’s family and friends.
Whistleblowers told the Care Quality Commission about a range of safety issues at the Sister Winifred Laver Promoting Independence Centre in Felling
The Care Quality Commission’s report into the Sister Winifred Laver centre has been described as ‘chilling’ by Opposition councillors.
Senior politicians, and business leaders are today urging the Government to end months of uncertainty and commit to providing the final £6 million for the Tyne Bridge's restoration
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.
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.
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.
