As MG Rover workers begin to receive their redundancy notices, Liberal Democrat Shadow Trade and Industry Secretary, Malcolm Bruce said If there is an enquiry into the collapse of MG Rover, then it must be at arms length from Government and focused on what can be learnt. There are a number of questions that need to be answered that relate to the conduct of the Government and the DTI as well as the Phoenix directors."
Labour Minister Denis MacShane has urged local Labour supporters to vote Lib Dem to beat Michael Howard in Folkestone & Hythe. Speaking in Maidstone, Mr MacShane said "Everybody in Folkestone should unite to get rid of Michael Howard."
County councillor Janet Whitehouse has received many complaints about cars parking on pavements.
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".
