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Liberal Democrats @libdems.org.uk · Dec 10

The government cannot afford to make the same mistakes in the Spending Review as they did with the Budget: missing opportunities and making self-defeating decisions.

Leaving the social care sector in crisis is a false economy that will only put people at risk and damage the public finances.

Reeves denies she is attempting to impose ‘austerity 2.0’ with draconian cuts

The chancellor is asking government departments to find 5 per cent savings

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EastRenLibDems @eastrenlibdems.bsky.social · Dec 1

Happy St Andrew's Day to everyone celebrating across Scotland, the UK and further afield! #StAndrewsDay

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Liberal Democrats @libdems.org.uk · Nov 30

Happy St Andrew's Day to everyone celebrating across Scotland and the UK.

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Liberal Democrats @libdems.org.uk · Dec 1

Today we remember those who've lost their lives, and commit to ending deaths by AIDS.

We must:
☑️ Ensure everyone has access to HIV prevention and treatment.
☑️:End stigma and discrimination around HIV.
☑️:Make testing the norm.

#WorldAIDSDay

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EastRenLibDems @eastrenlibdems.bsky.social · Nov 23

More information on #EasRenfrewshire 's proposals here: search.app?link=https%3...

Information events: charging for services - East Renfrewshire Council

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EastRenLibDems @eastrenlibdems.bsky.social · Nov 23

#EastRenfrewshire Council say they have explored other options to raise funds but with a 'heavy heart' are taking the decision to charge vulnerable people for care services. Yet vanity projects like a new £56m leisure centre are going ahead 🤔 No wonder people feel let down
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'Disappointing': Netherlee mum slams council over social care charges

A concerned mum wants plans for new care charges to be scrapped as she fears her daughter could become socially isolated.

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Liberal Democrats @libdems.org.uk · Nov 20

"OBR figures suggest that the increase in NICs will cost more to social care providers than the money that the government has announced for that sector in the budget."

Daisy Cooper has implored the government to protect health and care providers from the NIC hike.

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The Guardian @theguardian.com · Nov 21

Large parts of adult social care market in England face collapse, thinktank warns

Sector will have extra £2.8bn cost burden from April due to tax and wage rises announced in budget, says Nuffield Trust Large parts of England’s adult social care market face collapse as a result of tax and wage rises announced in the budget, with…

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EastRenLibDems @eastrenlibdems.bsky.social · Nov 22

Unpaid carers already contribute so much. We should be supporting them. And yet in many council areas proposals to charge for care will only see unpaid carers assume even more responsibilities. We need a holistic approach to support our communities especially those needing and those proving care 🙏

Liberal Democrats @libdems.org.uk · Nov 22

These findings show just how much carers contribute to our society, but also how hard it is for carers to get the support they need.

The government now needs to fully recognise the critical role carers play and end the years of neglect under the Conservatives.

EastRenLibDems @eastrenlibdems.bsky.social · Nov 20

Disappointed to hear that #EastRenfrewshire Council are looking to introduce charges to non-residential care targeting the most vulnerable in our community. At the same time, the Council intends to pursue a new leisure facility development, investing £56m.

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Information events: charging for services - East Renfrewshire Council

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Wendy Chamberlain MP @wendychambld.bsky.social · Nov 20

Earlier today on BBC Politics Scotland I spoke about what the Scottish Government could do in relation to Winter Fuel payments, as well as in relation to Inheritance Tax and farmers. youtu.be/Eby1lk74elM

BBC Politics Scotland Scottish Government's Role

YouTube video by Wendy Chamberlain

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Liberal Democrats @libdems.org.uk · Nov 13

Now more than ever, we must stand up for core liberal values—equality, democracy, human rights, and the rule of law.

Join us in defending these values: http://libdems.org.uk/join

Photo of Ed Davey with the text of a quote: "At a time of such instability and uncertainty, it is our values that must prevail.
Decency. Compassion. Community. Respect for the rule of law. Values that have always been at the heart of our party.
Our party celebrates Britain’s diversity as a great strength.
Our party knows that our country thrives when it is open and outward-looking."

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