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Fri 12th Mar 2010:

Liberal Democrats reveal election slogan.

The slogan is being used at the party’s Spring Conference in Birmingham this weekend. Commenting, Nick Clegg’s Chief of Staff, Danny Alexander said: “This election will be about fairness and change and the Liberal Democrats are the only party that will deliver both.   “The Labour Party has let people down, they failed to make Britain fair, failed on the economy, failed to protect our environment and they failed to clean up politics.   “Everybody knows that the Conservatives will only make things better for those at the top.   “The Liberal Democrats are different because we are the only party that will deliver a fairer Britain and bring change that works for you.”

LD2010 Issue Four: Spring Conference comes to Birmingham.

Spring Conference 2010: Birmingham For the first time, Birmingham will be playing host to the Liberal Democrats' spring conference. Whether you are attending or not, we want you to be able to be part of it. All the latest speeches and motions, videos and photos will be available online. Read more > On Saturday Nick will be holding an online Q & A for all those not attending conference. Find out more > Nick Clegg calls for a rebalance of British foreign policy “The real truth is that the future of British foreign policy is as much in the balance as the future of our economy, or the future of our political system,” said Nick in a speech to Chatham House on Wednesday. Read more > Lynne Featherstone launches policy for young people This week Lynne launched the party's ‘Free to be Young’ policy paper outlining Liberal Democrat commitments to youth in Britain. The paper will be discussed this Saturday in Birmingham. Read more > Liberal Democrats celebrate International Women's Day Monday saw the launch of the Campaign for Body Confidence to coincide with International Women’s Day. Women across the party pledged their support and commitment to equality. Read more > Graphics competition: ACT Creative  A couple of weeks ago we launched a competition for creative people everywhere to design and submit a poster based on the theme of ‘Fairness.’ There is still time from you to submit your entries via our social network ACT. The best entries will be put to a vote by ACT users and the winner will support our online election campaign messages.

Purvis condemns SNP bonus revelation.

Jeremy Purvis condemns massive bonuses paid to senior civil servants while rest of public sector makes cuts

SNP must not duck responsibilities on high speed rail.

Alison McInnes says that Scottish Transport Minister needs to make sure that high-speed rail from London is met in Scotland by a much improved Scottish train system, which gets people all around the country quickly

Scott challenges Salmond's unfair ferry policy.

Tavish Scott challenges the First Minister about the rise in Calmac ferry fares and the impact on local business of slowing down ferries between the northern isles and the mainland

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Thu 11th Mar 2010:

We need a public inquiry into new nuclear says Hughes.

Commenting, Simon Hughes said: “It would be completely unacceptable for the Government to rush through new nuclear in its last days in office without a public inquiry.   “New reactors still haven’t been approved and no-one knows how we’re going to deal with the deadly waste.   “Ed Miliband has made himself judge and jury having already expressed a clear view on new nuclear.   “The Liberal Democrats are strongly opposed to a new generation of nuclear power. We must have an immediate full and transparent public inquiry before any decision is made.”

Lyon welcomes UK Government calls for new LFA criteria.

“It is vital that we target the money available at the areas that need it most.”

High Speed Rail’s future must include Scotland - Bruce.

Following the UK Government’s announcement on a future High Speed Rail line, Gordon MP Malcolm Bruce said: “There is a broad consensus for investing in high speed rail in the UK but as is often the case the devil is in the detail.”

RET and rises in business rates.

Commenting following todays FMQs local Liberal Democrat PPC Jean Davis said:- "Tavish's point is that everyone should be treated fairly."

Carmichael joins Westminster Sport Relief charity mile.

Orkney and Shetland MP Alistair Carmichael joined more than 30 MPs and Members of the House of Lords to complete a Westminster Mile for Sport Relief on Wednesday 10th March.

Gray must make clear whether he backs or sacks Anne Moffat.

Responding to the NEC's decision to allow the East Lothian Labour Party to vote on Anne Moffat's future, Stuart Ritchie, Liberal Democrat Candidate for East Lothian has called on the MSP for East Lothian to say whether he will be voting to back or sack Anne Moffat.

Jo Swinson calls for chemotherapy centre at Stobhill.

Jo Swinson MP has backed calls for chemotherapy services to be provided at the new Stobhill Hospital.

Social care commitment needed from Labour and Tories says Lamb.

Commenting following today’s cross party Age UK, at which the health spokespeople of the three main parties met to discuss the reform of social care, Norman Lamb said:   “It’s clear from today’s social care summit that voters want politicians to come together and solve one of the biggest social challenges facing our country.   “We need long-term solutions to this problem so that older people are treated with the respect they deserve. We cannot continue with the current system where people have to sell their homes to pay for care and the quality of care on offer is not up to scratch.   “There was broad agreement that solving the crisis in social care is going to require a partnership between the state and individuals and if the other parties are willing then there is no reason why the current differences in opinion should be insurmountable.   “Liberal Democrats want to put an end to the political bickering. We are willing to work with the other parties to solve this problem once and for all. There should be no preconditions and we are open to all ideas that seek a solution that will be fair, affordable and sustainable.   “Rather than shouting at each other let’s have a commitment from all three parties to start finding a solution now.”

McArthur: Government must explain about Hunterston.

Commenting as the Scottish Government set out their plans to reduce carbon emissions,Liberal Democrat MSP for Orkney, Liam McArthur said that Carbon Capture and storage offers a great opportunity for Scotland but the Government must explain its approach to coal-fired power station at Hunterston

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