Local MP Tim Farron has had an encouraging initial conversation with Rural Regeneration Cumbria regarding possible sources of funding to help farmers if they decide to take on the running of Sedbergh Auction Mart as a co-operative.
Local Lib Dems have reacted with fury to the news the Royal Surrey is to 'consult' on the future of its Accident and Emergency Unit. The news has shocked staff and local people.
Liberal Democrat Leader Sir Menzies Campbell writes a critique of the UK's foreign policy is wrong. Below is what he wrote.
Having lived in Heywood for the past 43 years and being in business here running the Albany Hotel, I feel that I know the people of Heywood as they know me and would like to represent them as their councillor, putting Heywood first.
Age 48, married with five children and I am now a proud grandparent (I don't feel that old). I was educated at Tytherington High School for Girls in Macclesfield.
Age 42, married with five children with my wife Barbara. I was educated at Radcliffe High School. I have considerable experience of working in Sales and Marketing with several major Companies in the North West.