Small and medium sized businesses are the backbone of our economy. In October, Liberal Democrats called for: A substantial cut in interest rates An immediate overhaul and beefing up of the Small Firms Loan Guarantee Scheme Measures to ensure that the recapitalised banks abide by a new code of conduct on business lending practices An [...]

“The economic crisis means we are all worried about the future. Many struggle to get by from day to day. It’s time for action to help people and their families through these tough times.” “The Liberal Democrats are determined to help. We’ve a simple action plan which will really make a difference, putting money in [...]

Liberal Democrats have fought against the closing of local Post Offices for many years, believing that people should be put before profit. He is absolutely clear in his mind that the Labour government AND the Conservatives before them are part of the problem because of their short-sighted view of such services. “They are so quick [...]