We need an emergency Health and Care Budget to rescue local services
Wigan, Leigh and Makerfield’s Liberal Democrats are calling for emergency Health and Care Budget within four weeks of General Election to save local health services.
3 Jul 2024
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Liberal Democrats call for protected status for rivers in Wigan, Leigh and Makerfield after sewage dumped 3,979 times in 2023
The Liberal Democrats have called for a new protected status for local rivers and marine protected areas, after shocking figures reveal that United Utilities dumped sewage 3,979 times in Wigan, Leigh and Makerfield in 2023.
13 Jun 2024
Lib Dems set out legal right to timely cancer care as figures show 359 patients in Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh waiting more than two months to start treatment
The Liberal Democrats have called for a new legal right for cancer patients to start treatment within 62 days of an urgent referral, as part of a plan to boost survival rates and improve treatment for those affected by the disease.
12 Jun 2024
UK Lib Dem news
Cost of living
Standing up for consumers
For many people, Buy Now Pay Later is a useful and convenient solution, offering them flexibility with their purchases. But consumers need stronger protections.
LD
14 Sep 2024
Education
Closing the attainment gap
With the right investment, we have the opportunity to turn things around and ensure that every child, regardless of their background, has the chance to succeed.
LD
14 Sep 2024
European Affairs
Restoring links with Europe for young people
Liberal Democrats want to fix our broken relationship with Europe. Giving young people the opportunity to live, study and work in Europe is a vital first step.
LD
14 Sep 2024