In only FOUR DAYS' time (23rd February) the dreaded Elections Bill has its second reading in the House of Lords. At this reading, Peers will ask the question: "Do we want this legislation at all?" so this is our time to stop the Bill in its tracks.
As Liberal Democrats, electoral reform is a no brainer. But we can't get there on our own.
Your emails made a difference! What's next for the Elections Bill? Many thanks to you all for answering our call to write to cross-bench, unaffiliated and Tory peers in advance of the second hearing of the Elections Bill in the House of Lords last week.
Sleaze and standards: More Conference events with LDER President Wendy Chamberlain MP In recent months there have been a slew of sleaze stories coming out of Government but no resolve by those in power to do anything about it. This won't be the end, with many more stories expected especially in relation to the VIP PPE lane.
Reforming the UK's electoral system: the view from Labour… and more at Conference! Spring Conference kicks off this afternoon and we're looking forward to a rich lineup of events focused on political and constitutional reform.
Reminder! Join Lord Newby for an Elections Bill update tomorrow
