The Chancellor needs an ambitious plan to save the economy
Responding to reports that debt has increased to over 100% of GDP for the first time since 1961, Acting Leader of the Liberal Democrats Ed Davey said:
22 Aug 2020
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Decision to scrap PHE shows Government has got its priorities “all wrong”
Responding to news that the Health Secretary has confirmed the decision to scrap Public Health England, Liberal Democrat Health, Wellbeing and Social Care spokesperson Munira Wilson said
19 Aug 2020
Liberal Democrats call on PM to sack Gavin Williamson for “slow-motion car crash” on exams
The Liberal Democrats have called on Boris Johnson to sack Gavin Williamson, criticising attempts to pass the buck onto Ofqual for the exams grading fiasco.
19 Aug 2020
Algorithm used for A-Levels and GCSEs should be scrapped
Responding to reports that the exams regulator is reviewing its guidance on how to appeal A-level and GCSE grades using mock exam results, just hours after publishing it, Liberal Democrat Education Spokesperson Layla Moran said:
17 Aug 2020
Kirsty Williams, the one competent education secretary in the UK
It's been a hell of a couple of weeks for exam students. Highers and A level results play a huge role in determining the course of your life. If you don't get the grades you need to fulfil your aspirations, you have to rethink your whole life. And you will carry those grades around for your whole life.
16 Aug 2020
Appeals cost u-turn alone will be cold comfort, Liberal Democrats warn
Responding to reports that the Government will cover costs of all appeals after thousands of students have not secured places at their first choice universities due to downgraded results, Liberal Democrat Education Spokesperson Layla Moran said:
16 Aug 2020