Defra facing £500m real-terms cut after autumn statement
In this article in the Guardian, it is revealed how research by the Liberal Democrats has rvealed how the work of Defra is being hindered by cuts to its funding.
PD
22 Nov 2022
News Archive
Teaching or Heating? Cuts take their toll.
Derbyshire Dales Liberal Democrats are calling on the Chancellor to protect education spending, as shocking new figures show that schools in Derbyshire face cuts in their spending power of £12 million next year.
PD
13 Nov 2022
Highways Authority appears to ignore health costs of air pollution
In a report presented to the Derbyshire County Council Health and Well-being Board in October, it was acknowledged that there are over 1,000 'excess deaths' in Derbyshire that can be attributed to air pollution. Air pollutants come from a variety of sources but undoubtedly the major contributor in most locations is road transport.
PD
13 Nov 2022
New team for 2023 elected at AGM
The Derbyshire Dales Lib Dem's AGM was held 0n 10th November at what is a new venue for us - the Riber Room at Matlock's Imperial Rooms. This proved to be a great venue with all the facilities we needed.
PD
12 Nov 2022
Time for warm action, not just warm words?
In my days as a physics teacher (please don't stop reading in fear or disgust) I used to teach that trapped air created good heat insulation. And so it does. Insulation in cavity walls and in the loft makes our homes much more efficient at keeping in heat. Less energy is wasted, saving us money on heating bills. And we help to save the planet by burning less fossil fuel.
RC
9 Nov 2022
This Sunday: Autumn Leader's Speech
Join us this weekend as Ed Davey delivers a major speech to members, supporters, MPs, and the media.
PD
5 Nov 2022