The abolition of identity cards was confirmed yesterday (21 Dec 2010), when the Identity Documents Bill was granted Royal Assent. Liberal Democrats have consistently campaigned against ID cards, a scheme introduced by the previous Labour Government.
The Liberal Democrats have been in government for only eight months, but we have already implemented many of our manifesto policies.
The long awaited replacement Walton bridge has been given the go-ahead by the government.
"It is a privilege to be asked to take on this role, and I will do so with urgency, enthusiasm and determination."
MEPs have called on the EU Commission to propose binding energy efficiency targets as a cost-effective way to fight climate change, improve energy security and promote economic recovery.
Liberal Democrat leader and Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg's New Year message to Liberal Democrat party members and supporters can be viewed at http://www.libdems.org.uk/latest_news_detail.aspx?title=Nick_Clegg's_New_Year_message&pPK=88e4be65-2e82-425c-b797-f5410c30523f