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Where Are They Now? David Howarth
Political parties
By Sophie Church
Where Are They Now? David Howarth
When David Howarth was elected as the Liberal Democrat MP for Cambridge in 2005, the party was, he says, factionalised and riven with intrigue.
This new year must be the one the UK commits to phasing down fossil fuels for good
Environment
By Wera Hobhouse MP
This new year must be the one the UK commits to phasing down fossil fuels for good
After the drama and tumult of the last 12 months, what might 2023 have in store for us? Liberal Democrat MP Wera Hobhouse sets out her wish for the new year ahead
We should look to Germany for inspiration for constitutional reform
Parliament
By Lord Taverne QC
We should look to Germany for inspiration for constitutional reform
At the end of the Second World War Germany, defeated and with a horrendous past to live down, decided to devise a new constitution. With the help of advice from Britain, it designed a constitution which has proved a great success and has helped to make Germany one of the best run countries since the War.
Tribute to Lord Jones of Cheltenham
Obituaries
By Lord Newby
Tribute to Lord Jones of Cheltenham
A former MP, and survivor of a brutal attack during which his constituency aide lost his life, Lord Jones was a diligent peer known for his lack of pomposity
Ed Davey interview: ‘I made my priority very clear and it is to beat Conservative MPs’
Political parties
By Tali Fraser
Ed Davey interview: ‘I made my priority very clear and it is to beat Conservative MPs’
As both leader of the Liberal Democrats and a carer to his son, Ed Davey has a lot on his plate. But, he tells Tali Fraser, he’s ready for a general election any time. Photography by Baldo Sciacca.
Opposition Parties Call For General Election Amid 'Mess' And 'Utter Shambles' Of Liz Truss Resignation
Political parties
Opposition Parties Call For General Election Amid 'Mess' And 'Utter Shambles' Of Liz Truss Resignation
Opposition politicians are calling for a general election following the “mess” and “utter shambles” in government that has led to Liz Truss’s resignation as Prime Minister.
Lib Dems Have Cancelled Their Party Conference After Death Of The Queen
Political parties
Lib Dems Have Cancelled Their Party Conference After Death Of The Queen
The Liberal Democrats have cancelled their autumn party conference, which was expected to begin next weekend, following the death of the Queen.
Ed Davey tribute to Queen Elizabeth II: 'Our nation’s constant'
Obituaries
By Ed Davey MP
Ed Davey tribute to Queen Elizabeth II: 'Our nation’s constant'
The whole country is mourning a profound loss. The Queen was a formidable monarch, who faithfully served our country for all her life and was loved the world over.
Labour Is Finally Preparing To Unveil Cost-Of-Living Policy Proposals As Energy Crisis Escalates
Economy
Labour Is Finally Preparing To Unveil Cost-Of-Living Policy Proposals As Energy Crisis Escalates
Exclusive: Labour is preparing to make several policy announcements on the worsening cost-of-living crisis, with the first set to be detailed in a speech by Keir Starmer as soon as early next week.
The Rundown: By-Election Races Tighten Despite Tories’ Tough Week
Political parties
The Rundown: By-Election Races Tighten Despite Tories’ Tough Week
Labour shadow minister Stephanie Peacock and Liberal Democrat MP Sarah Olney join PoliticsHome's Alain Tolhurst and Adam Payne to look ahead to the double by-election next Thursday and reflect on another hectic week in Westminster.
Labour and Lib Dems Play Down Chances Of Defeating Tories In Double By-Election
Political parties
Labour and Lib Dems Play Down Chances Of Defeating Tories In Double By-Election
The Liberal Democrats and Labour are seeking to play down their chances of ousting the Tories from seats in Wakefield and Tiverton and Honiton at two by-elections next week, despite odds being in favour of both opposition parties.
Lib Dems Say Rwanda Relocation Policy Is Putting Off Tory Voters In Tiverton And Honiton
Political parties
Lib Dems Say Rwanda Relocation Policy Is Putting Off Tory Voters In Tiverton And Honiton
The government’s plan to forcibly relocate asylum seekers to Rwanda is putting off natural Tory voters in Tiverton and Honiton, according to the Liberal Democrats who are hoping to win the seat in a by-election next week.
Ed Davey Says Lib Dems Would Work With Other Parties To Replace “Indecent” Tory Government
Political parties
Ed Davey Says Lib Dems Would Work With Other Parties To Replace “Indecent” Tory Government
Exclusive: The leader of the Liberal Democrats has said he is open to working with other parties to form an alternative government at the next election if it meant forcing the Tories from office.
Maiden Voyages: who goes first?
Parliament
By Patrick Kidd
Maiden Voyages: who goes first?
There is no prize for being the first member of a new parliamentary intake to make their maiden speech, though it may give an early inkling of someone eager for the limelight. Frank Dobson in 1979, Edwina Currie in 1983, David Blunkett in 1987 and David Laws in 2001 all went on to make a name for themselves. Colum Eastwood, the Kenny Keen of 2019, has much to follow.
Lib Dems Take Somerset From The Tories In 'Blue Wall' Warning To Boris Johnson
Political parties
Lib Dems Take Somerset From The Tories In 'Blue Wall' Warning To Boris Johnson
The Liberal Democrats have taken Somerset council from the Conservatives in one of handful of significant local election results that illustrate the risk posed by Ed Davey's party to Tories in the South of England at the next general election.
Where Are They Now? Duncan Hames
Political parties
By Georgina Bailey
Where Are They Now? Duncan Hames
Duncan Hames, Liberal Democrat MP for Chippenham (2010 - 2015)
We need new rules to tackle the sleaze and rule-breaking that has become endemic of this government
Political parties
By Wendy Chamberlain MP
We need new rules to tackle the sleaze and rule-breaking that has become endemic of this government
If there is one thing the past two years has shown us, it’s that you cannot trust Boris Johnson. Under his watch we’ve seen cronyism and rule breaking of the worst kind, at all levels of government.
Where Are They Now? Former Lib Dem MP Paul Burstow
Health
By Georgina Bailey
Where Are They Now? Former Lib Dem MP Paul Burstow
Paul Burstow, Liberal Democrat MP for Sutton and Cheam (1997 - 2015)
Where Are They Now? Former Liberal Democrat MP Sir Steve Webb
Parliament
By Georgina Bailey
Where Are They Now? Former Liberal Democrat MP Sir Steve Webb
Sir Steve Webb, Liberal Democrat MP for Northavon (1997 - 2010)
and Thornbury and Yate (2010 - 2015)
My Most Memorable Christmas: MPs And Peers Reflect On Their Favourite Festive Moments
Communities
By Kate Proctor
My Most Memorable Christmas: MPs And Peers Reflect On Their Favourite Festive Moments
From surprise sledging to war-time gifts, family and community rallying to help one another through difficult times, our politicians share some touching tales from years gone by. Compiled by Kate Proctor.
Shock Tory By-Election Loss Shows They Can No Longer Rely On Pro-Brexit Vote, Top Pollster Says
Political parties
Shock Tory By-Election Loss Shows They Can No Longer Rely On Pro-Brexit Vote, Top Pollster Says
The Conservative party's stunning defeat in Leave-voting North Shropshire to the pro-Remain Lib Dems could be a sign they can no longer rely anti-EU sentiment to win votes, leading pollster Sir John Curtice has said.
Boris Johnson Warned He's In 'Last Orders Time' After Crushing North Shropshire Loss
Political parties
Boris Johnson Warned He's In "Last Orders Time" After Crushing North Shropshire Loss
A senior Conservative MP has said Boris Johnson is on the cusp of being ousted as Prime Minister after the party's stunning defeat to the Liberal Democrats in the North Shropshire by-election.
The Lib Dems Have Stunned The Tories With A Shock By-Election Win In North Shropshire
Communities
The Lib Dems Have Stunned The Tories With A Shock By-Election Win In North Shropshire
The Liberal Democrats have won the North Shropshire by-election from the Tories, after a tense battle for the seat in a campaign fraught with allegations of scandals involving Prime Minister Boris Johnson.
Tories Warned North Shropshire Being 'Left Behind' On Levelling Up Cash Could Cost Them By-Election
Communities
Tories Warned North Shropshire Being "Left Behind" On Levelling Up Cash Could Cost Them By-Election
If the Tories lose North Shropshire in today’s by-election, it would be a sign the party’s focus on the “red wall” has been at the expense of its heartland vote, its political rivals have said.