Gateshead
Whickham North declaration 24th October 2024
Declaration of the result of the by-election for Whickham North and Swalwell, Gateshead Council, 24th October 2024.
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Focus - Whickham North - Issue 179 Susan CRAIG The best choice for Whickham North and Swalwell
Local News and action - Polling Day: Thursday 24th October 2024
19 Oct 2024
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
National Focus
Universities & Skills
From Local Roots to Global Reach: A Liberal Vision for Universities
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.
IS
by Ian Sollom
14 Mar 2026
Economy & Business
Revitalising Town Centres and High Streets
Liberal Democrats are committed to building town centres that inspire pride for generations to come. It is time to stop ignoring the decline of our high streets and breathe new life into them as vibrant hubs for the future.
DC
14 Mar 2026
Crime & Policing
Preserving Trial by Jury
The right to a trial by jury has been a cornerstone of our democracy for over 800 years. Liberal Democrat members have passed a new plan to tackle court backlogs without scrapping juries.
JBF
14 Mar 2026