A map has just been published showing that there could be a massive increase in the number of Liberal Democrat MPs, including West Chelmsford. It is based on an independent opinion poll for the "Independent on Sunday" newspaper.
Charles Kennedy, Leader of the Liberal Democrats, today underscored his Party's commitment to the environment by highlighting the 'Green Thread' that runs throughout Liberal Democrat policy. The Liberal Democrat manifesto, launched yesterday, includes green action points in every policy area.
West Chelmsford Lib Dem Parliamentary Candidate Stephen Robinson says that a dramatic rise in the number of applications for postal votes has raised concerns about electoral fraud. He said, "A survey conducted by the Times found applications had increased by as much as five times in some marginal seats, compared with the 2001 election. Applications overall had almost trebled since 2001."
Charles Kennedy has presented a programme for the government of Britain based on "dignity for older people, real opportunity for our children, and a fair deal for families" at the launch of the party's manifesto for the 2005 General Election. West Chelmsford candidate Stephen Robinson welcomed the programme, entitled "The Real Alternative".
At Mike's adoption meeting Adrian Sanders said: "We Liberal Democrats prize freedom of the individual, underpinned by a safety net for the vulnerable in our society. We are defenders of public services, free at the point of use. We are internationalist in outlook - pro UN, pro-commonwealth and pro engagement with Europe. Our Liberal Background makes us wary of an over-mighty state and dedicated to civil liberties. We are enthusiasts for the green agenda and see ourselves as custodians, not exploiters, of the planet.
The Liberal Democrat Leader, Rt Hon Charles Kennedy has launched new plans for new-style sentences that give courts a tougher, more challenging alternative to prison for non-violent offenders.