August Footfall Figures Slump by 15%
York Liberal Democrats are renewing their call for the reintroduction of a cheaper 30-minute car parking option on Micklegate following the publication of new figures showing a 15% drop in footfall.
15 Sep 2025
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CASH FOR CUTS: Labour Hand Library Role to Major Party Donor
Labour Council Leader, Cllr Claire Douglas, is set to hand a key role in delivering their £600,000 cuts to library services to one of Labour’s biggest financial backers.
11 Sep 2025
Liberal Democrats Launch Petition for Safer Crossing on New Lane, Huntington
Liberal Democrats are calling on council leaders to make progress on stalled plans for a pedestrian crossing to be installed on New Lane in Huntington.
9 Sep 2025
The latest Lib Dem news
Transport
Connecting Communities - Building a Rail Network for the 21st Century
Years of Conservative neglect left Britain’s railways failing passengers – with soaring fares, unreliable services, and complicated ticketing models. Our new policy will put passengers first and make rail travel more affordable, reliable, and accessible.
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by Paul Kohler
21 Sep 2025
Health, Care & the NHS
Don’t Nix Care: Protecting our Hospices
Hospices provide compassionate end of life care for hundreds of thousands of people each year, while easing pressure on overstretched NHS hospitals. After years of underfunding and rising costs, our new policy will secure the future of hospice care.
AB
20 Sep 2025
Economy & Business
Backing Hospitality for Growth and Jobs
Hospitality businesses are vital for jobs, economic growth, and thriving communities – our new policy backs hospitality, helping pubs, cafés, restaurants, and hotels not just survive, but thrive - supporting local jobs and boosting the economy.
DC
20 Sep 2025