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Given that football and politics are two of my greatest interests, it naturally piqued my interest to read the two issues combined this week, when the Lib Dems - rightly in my view - passed a motion at their annual conference to call for 'safe standing' areas to be introduced at football grounds a...
Nick Clegg today reached out beyond the packed Bournemouth auditorium in a speech aimed directly at those who may not have previously considered voting Liberal Democrat.
Now firmly established with the party, Clegg has had the confidence to lift his gaze beyond the conference floor. Make no mis...
There's growing frustration that with Labour's internal warfare the big political story of the day, the conference is failing to pick up as much attention as we would hope.
Still, the press turn out in force to see Vince Cable's key speech. This is my fifth party conference, and I have only eve...
Nick Clegg's need to raise his profile with a memorable and relevant conference speech was shown more than anything by the BBC Parliament channel captioning him as "Nick Glegg" for the first half of his adddress.
On TV it came across as seven out of 10 effort I'd say, delivered well with extensiv...
The Liberal Democrats have been sent home from their Bournemouth gathering with a spring in their step.
With the help of the "soothsayer" Vince Cable, Nick Clegg's carefully calculated move to reposition the party with a clever tax cutting initiative has captured the mood of the country in these ...
Magazine Articles
Showcasing the new star
The Lib Dem leader has made a quiet but effective start, and this conference offers the chance for Nick Clegg to establish himself in voters' minds and set out how the party will capitalise on Labour's electoral misfortunes, says George Parker
Friday 12th September 2008Mark of distinction
Nick Clegg's task is to offer a fresh and personal political approach that motivates party members and inspires voters - but is he succeeding? Olly Grender reports
Friday 12th September 2008No laughing matter
The Liberal Democrats now have the policies to win votes – all they need to do is make people hear them, argues Sean O'Grady
Friday 12th September 2008Conference Archive
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Listen now: ePolitix.com's closing Liberal Democrat conference podcast
ePolitix.com reviews this year's Liberal Democrat conference in Bournemouth. With former leader Sir Menzies Campbell, and Lib Dem frontbenchers Lembit Opik, Nick Harvey and David Laws.
Wednesday 17th September 2008
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Listen now: ePolitix.com's opening Lib Dem conference podcast
ePolitix.com looks at what's happening in Bournemouth for the Liberal Democrat party conference. With party leader Nick Clegg, Lib Dem chief of staff Danny Alexander and MP Evan Harris.
Monday 15th September 2008
Conference News
Clegg appeals to disenchanted Labour voters
Wednesday 17th September 2008
Lib Dems criticise mental health services
Wednesday 17th September 2008
Clegg to phone test policy direction
Wednesday 17th September 2008
Lib Dems split on road tolls
Tuesday 16th September 2008
Repossessions 'should be last resort'
Tuesday 16th September 2008Conference Speeches in Full
Nick Clegg speech in full
Wednesday 17th September 2008
Chris Huhne speech in full
Tuesday 16th September 2008
Vince Cable speech in full
Monday 15th September 2008
Norman Lamb speech in full
Monday 15th September 2008
David Laws speech in full
Sunday 14th September 2008
Party Conferences Calendar
ePolitix.com provides a comprehensive list of fringe events held at party conferences.
DODS Fringe events
Sunday, 14th of September
Nuclear - Solutions for the future
partnered with
(The Nuclear Decommissioning Authority, Institution of Mechanical Engineers, The Nuclear Industry Association, EnergySolutions, E.ON, The Northwest Development Agency and Westinghouse.)
Phil Willis MP, Lembit Opik MP and others explore how nuclear power could be the answer to Britain’s long-term energy needs, as well as allowing for discussion of the environmental legacy of a new generation of nuclear power plants.
13.00 - 14.00, The Connaught Hotel (Franklyn Suite)
Northern Lights: Strengthening the Economy of the North
partnered with
How best can we strengthen the economy of the north now and in the future? What role can regional development agencies play in the economic redevelopment of the regions? Speakers include Tim Farron MP and John Pugh MP.
18.15 - 19.30, Royal Bath Hotel (Mezzanine Room)
Working for a Better Life
partnered with
Work is good for the health of the nation and can improve the lives of those with mental or physical disabilities, what should the government be doing to support a healthy working nation? With shadow work and pensions minister, John Barrett MP.
20.00 - 21.15, The Connaught Hotel (Connaught Two)
Tuesday, 16th of September
Ethics in the defence industry: Fact or fiction?
partnered with
Defence Industries Council
In today’s political climate, the importance of high standards of business ethics has never been greater. This debate will give an opportunity for industry representatives to put their viewpoint across and in turn provide an opportunity for the party to discuss the issue and voice their questions. With Lord Lee of Trafford.
13.00 - 14.00 The Westcliffe Brasserie (Marquee One)
The BIG debate: Food Miles
partnered with
Balancing your diet with its carbon costs turns out to be a fiendishly tricky business, what does ‘food miles’ mean and what should the government be doing? Michelle Di Leo, Flying Matters debates with David Norman, WWF.
18.15 - 19.30, Wessex Hotel (Purbeck Suite)
Joined up thinking to resolve global food security
partnered with
cru Investments
Is the best way to bring African communities out of chronic poverty investing in sustainable and long- term projects rather than focusing on short-term charitable donations? A healthy discussion about the best way to reduce poverty in Africa and build sustainable long- term futures.
20.00 - 21.15, Royal Bath Hotel (Mezzanine Room)
The Future of Manchester
partnered with
Northwest Regional Development Agency & Manchester Enterprises
The challenges that Manchester faces for its long term economic development is the focus of the debate, what has been achieved so far and what is the best way forward for the city? With shadow transport minister, Mark Hunter MP.
20.00 - 21.15, The Royal Bath Hotel (Disraeli Room)
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