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Gateshead
Trench Hall planning application, mentioned Jonathan Wallace
Trench Hall planning application, mentioned Jonathan Wallace
18 Oct 2024
Gateshead
Save Winter Fuel Payments
The new Labour Government is failing older people across the country, with their cuts to the Winter Fuel Payments.
JW
28 Sep 2024
Gateshead
Birtley Students Want a Fair Deal
Students agree; if we do not stand up for what we believe in, a democracy doesn't progress!
JS
22 Sep 2024
Gateshead
Council motion on winter fuel allowance
Council motion on winter fuel allowance
22 Sep 2024
Gateshead
Tim Farron MP, endorses Gateshead campaign and gives message to Gateshead
MP Tim Farron met Lib Dem campaigners battling Labour to win the Bridges by-election in Gateshead. Tim gave an impromptu speech covering how Labour had won the general election by default but there was no great enthusiasm for Starmer.
9 Sep 2024
National Focus
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
Migration
Building a Fair Asylum System
The UK’s asylum system is failing, leaving people fleeing conflict stuck in temporary housing, unable to work, and separated from their loved ones. Our new policy gives practical solutions to clear up the broken system left by the Conservatives.
LS
23 Sep 2025
Science & Technology
A Liberal Vision for Digital Rights
The Online Safety Act was meant to protect people, yet its flawed implementation risks undermining privacy, free expression, and secure communication. Our new policy addresses our concerns and fights for a digital future where rights are protected.
VC
23 Sep 2025