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by John Shaw on 29 May, 2017
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Want to ask me a question? I’ll be at hustings at the Proteus Theatre Company this Friday at 9.00am and at St Mary’s Church in Eastrop at 7.30pm that evening.
Read more Leave a commentby John Shaw on 27 May, 2017
The Institute for Fiscal Studies hasn’t pulled any punches. It concluded that the spending plans contained in the Conservative election manifesto “imply at least another five years of austerity, with the continuation of planned welfare cuts and serious pressures on the public services including on the NHS.” It also questioned if Labour’s spending plans would add up, criticising its manifesto for […]
Read more Leave a commentby John Shaw on 22 May, 2017
With polling day still more than a fortnight away, it’s already clear that Brexit is going to be one of the defining themes of the 2017 General Election. As Liberal Democrat candidate for MP for Basingstoke, I have my own personal views on the subject. I believe that a hard Brexit will be disastrous for us, […]
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Housing, healthcare, education, a choice on Brexit – and much more. The Lib Dem manifesto has been launched: http://www.libdems.org.uk/manifesto
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I’ll be taking part in a number of events over the coming days to give you an opportunity to ask me questions, raise concerns and share your opinions: Saturday 19 May 10.00am – 1.00pm Basingstoke town centre I’ll be with my Lib Dem colleagues on our ‘street stall’ this coming Saturday. Please do drop by […]
Read more Leave a commentby John Shaw on 15 May, 2017
The Liberal Democrat have recently announced plans to invest nearly £7 billion more in schools and colleges across the UK over the next Parliament. This funding would reverse cuts to school and college budgets, protect per-pupil funding in real terms, and ensure that every school gets the support it deserves. The message from my conversations […]
Read more Leave a commentby John Shaw on 13 May, 2017
Thank you to everyone who came to see us this morning at the Top of Town. The weather wasn’t particularly welcoming, but the reception from local residents was much warmer! We plan to hold another session in town in a few weeks – look out for further details…
Read more Leave a commentby John Shaw on 11 May, 2017
Interested in finding out more about the Liberal Democrats? Want to quiz me about what I stand for? Got an issue that you want to discuss with me? Join me and my colleagues at the Top of Town in Basingstoke this Saturday, 13 May, from 10.00am until 1.00pm
Read more Leave a commentby John Shaw on 10 May, 2017
Schools are being forced to cut teachers and ask parents for donations because of Tory cuts. This is not right. The Liberal Democrats have announced a £7 billion plan to invest in schools.
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