News from Local Lib Dem MPs

Stockport's neighbouring constituencies of Cheadle, Hazel Grove and Manchester Withington all have Liberal Democrat MPs.

Andrew Stunell has been Lib Dem MP for Hazel Grove since 1997, Patsy Calton won Cheadle in 2001 and Mark Hunter MP retained the seat for the Liberal Democrats in 2005. The same year that John Leech became MP for Manchester Withington.

On this page you will find the latest news feeds from the three neighbouring Lib Dem Mps, giving you an idea of the work Lib Dem MPs do for the people they represent .

15 Most Recent Stories From John Leech, MP for Manchester Withington News Stories

Thu 29th Jul 2010:

John Leech MP concerned at cuts affecting local legal aid charity.

News that the Legal Services Commission (LSC) has decided to cut the legal aid contract of the Greater Manchester Immigration Aid Unit (GMIAU) was greeted with dismay by local MP John Leech.

Tue 27th Jul 2010:

MP launches Proud of Pubs week in Manchester Withington.

At the Farmer's Arms Pub in Burnage Local MP John Leech has added his support to the Publican's Proud of Pub's week campaign by catching a quick pint.

Mon 26th Jul 2010:

Cavendish kids create scarf for Third World.

John Leech MP received a huge scarf made by the children at Cavendish Road Primary School, to highlight the problems with education in the Third World.

Tue 6th Jul 2010:

Coalition protects Manchester Schools Builds.

John Leech MP has spoke of his delight over the Education Secretary Michael Gove decision the building of Manchester's schools with the Building Schools for the Future Scheme (BSF).

Fri 2nd Jul 2010:

LIBERAL DEMOCRATS INVEST £1BN IN FUND TO BOOST LOCAL COMMUNITIES .

The Liberal Democrats have this week launched a £1bn regional growth fund to help local communities in the current economic climate.

Tue 29th Jun 2010:

MP SLAMS THE MISLEADING COUNCIL OVER MERSEYBANK LIBRARY .

John Leech MP and local Councillors have joined forces in slamming the Labour run Manchester City Council over their desperate attempt to mislead the public over their decision not to fund a new outreach library and community care development on the Merseybank Estate.

Mon 28th Jun 2010:

MP calls for fairer mobile phone call charges.

John Leech MP has today tightened the screws on Ofcom to make the cost of calling a mobile phone fairer for everyone.

Wed 23rd Jun 2010:

MP'S TIMELY BOWEL CANCER SCREENING MESSAGE TARGETS WORLD CUP FANS .

MP hopes constituents will remember the experience of Bobby Moore, who captained England to World Cup glory in 1966, but died of bowel cancer aged 51.

MP honoured for animal welfare stance.

Manchester Withington MP, John Leech has been honoured for his commitment to tackling cruelty to animals. The Protecting Animals in Democracy (PAD) project has presented John with a Certificate in recognition of his full support for their VOTE4ANIMALS 2010 manifesto in the run-up to the May General Election.

Fri 18th Jun 2010:

MP welcomes Metrolink announcement.

Manchester Withington MP John Leech has welcomed the government announcement today confirming the Metrolink extension to Didsbury and Ashton under Lynne.

Thu 10th Jun 2010:

Manchester Withington MP strikes a 'whale tail' pose and calls for greater protection for whales.

John Leech MP has shown his support for whales yesterday by striking a 'whale tail' pose with the International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW), while hosting an event in Parliament to raise awareness of the issue.

Wed 9th Jun 2010:

John Leech takes the lead at North West Neuromuscular Conference in Manchester.

Last week, John Leech MP was invited to speak at the first North West neuromuscular conference, which was held in Manchester.

John Leech has a rainforest Free lunch.

Last Friday, John joined Manchester Friends of the Earth outside Manchester Town Hall for a rainforest-free lunch, to show his support for their 'Fix The Food Chain' campaign.

Sun 6th Jun 2010:

John gets his hands dirty in Chorlton.

John Leech MP joined Chorlton Park Councillors Norman Lewis and Bernie Ryan and local residents from New Barns Ave to clean up the passageway that runs from the back of New Barns Ave through to Barlow Moor Road.

Wed 26th May 2010:

EDM NUMBER 1 AND PROBABLY THE MOST IMPORTANT.

In the first term of the new parliament John Leech MP has hit the ground running and submitted the first early day motion of parliament entitled, "Inability of people to vote on polling day".

Earlier Stories

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John Leech, MP for Manchester Withington News Stories, provided by Prater Raines Ltd http://www.praterraines.co.uk/.

(c) 2010 John Leech, MP for Manchester Withington

15 Most Recent Stories From Andrew Stunell News Stories

Fri 2nd Jul 2010:

LIBERAL DEMOCRATS INVEST £1BN IN FUND TO BOOST LOCAL COMMUNITIES.

The Liberal Democrats have this week launched a £1bn regional growth fund to help local communities in the current economic climate.

Mon 7th Jun 2010:

STOCKPORT'S EQUITABLE LIFE VICTIMS TO RECEIVE COMPENSATION.

Hazel Grove MP Andrew Stunell today hailed the coalition government's announcement of compensation for Equitable Life victims as a "massive relief" for the millions of people who lost up their pensions in the collapse.

Sat 22nd May 2010:

STUNELL MADE GOVERNMENT MINISTER.

Hazel Grove MP Andrew Stunell has been appointed as a government minister by Prime Minister David Cameron and Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg.

Fri 30th Apr 2010:

Undecided voters swing to Lib Dems following final Leaders Debate.

Last night was the final of the three televised Leaders' debates. Leader of the Liberal Democrats, Nick Clegg, debated with Gordon Brown and David Cameron about the economy. Subjects discussed included breaking up the banks, creating more jobs and reinvigorating the British economy.

Wed 28th Apr 2010:

Third and Final Party Leaders' TV debate: The Economy.

On Thursday 29th April from 8.30pm, BBC One will host the final live Prime Ministerial Debate of the General Election from the Midlands. Nick Clegg, Gordon Brown and David Cameron will again be going head to head in the run up to the General Election next Thursday.

Fri 23rd Apr 2010:

Clegg Scores Second Win in Party Leaders Debate.

An average of five polls conducted immediately after the Sky TV Leaders Election debate on Thursday night put Nick Clegg as the winner, with all instant polls showing him ahead of Gordon Brown. After the Foreign Affairs-led debate from Bristol dominated by issues like Iraq, immigration and climate change, Nick Clegg won 3 of the 5 polls on the night, building on his position after the first debate.

Wed 21st Apr 2010:

Second Party Leaders' TV debate: Foreign Affairs.

The second Party Leaders Debate is taking place this Thursday starting at 8pm on Sky News. Nick Clegg, Gordon Brown and David Cameron will again be going head to head in a TV debate in the run up to the General Election on May 6th, this time leading on Foreign Affairs.

FORMER STOCKPORT MP LORD TOM MCNALLY BACKS LOCAL LIB DEMS ON VISIT TO BOROUGH.

Hazel Grove Candidate Andrew Stunell received a boost to his campaign this week when former Stockport MP Lord Tom McNally, who is now Leader of the Liberal Democrats in the House of Lords, visited the area.

Fri 16th Apr 2010:

Nick Clegg Storms First Ever Party Leaders Debate.

The polls following the first ever Party Leaders General Election debate on ITV are showing that Nick Clegg has won a convincing victory over David Cameron and Gordon Brown. The debate was the first ever Leaders debate during a UK General Election campaign, and the pollsters are giving it as a big victory for Nick Clegg and the Liberal Democrats.

Thu 15th Apr 2010:

First Party Leaders' TV debate: Domestic Affairs.

Tonight on ITV, Nick Clegg, Gordon Brown and David Cameron will be going head to head in a TV debate. This is the first of three debates that will be taking place in the run up to the General Election on May 6th.

Wed 14th Apr 2010:

Fairness - The Liberal Democrat Manifesto Launch.

Nick Clegg has launched the Liberal Democrat General Election manifesto. The manifesto sets out four clear priorities of fair taxes, a fair chance for every child, a fair economy, and a fair deal by cleaning up politics.

Mon 12th Apr 2010:

Apply for a Postal Vote Now: Deadline 20th April.

With the General Election on 6th May, there is still time to arrange a postal vote. Voting by post is an easy and convenient way of voting if you are unable to get to the polling station on polling day - for any reason.

Mon 29th Mar 2010:

VICTORY VINCE: CABLE WINS CHANNEL 4 DEBATE.

The first ever TV debate between the three candidates to be the next Chancellor has seen Lib Dem Vince Cable win a clear victory. In a Channel 4 on-line poll carried out immediately after the debate, Vince out-polled both Alistair Darling and George Osborne.

Sun 28th Mar 2010:

ASK THE CHANCELLORS: LIVE DEBATE ON CHANNEL 4.

At 8pm on Monday 29th March, Channel 4 will stage a live debate between the would-be Chancellors, Liberal Democrat Vince Cable, Labour's Alistair Darling and Conservative George Osborne. Krishnan Guru-Murthy will be asking the questions.

Mon 22nd Mar 2010:

RECESSION GRINDS ON FOR STOCKPORT YOUNGSTERS AS 16-24 YEAR-OLDS SPEND EVEN LONGER ON THE DOLE.

16-24 year-olds in Stockport spend around 15 weeks on the dole before getting a new job, almost double the length of time it took to get back to work in the Borough a year ago, according to new figures obtained by Hazel Grove MP Andrew Stunell.

Earlier Stories

Complete archive on the official site.

Andrew Stunell News Stories, provided by Prater Raines Ltd http://www.praterraines.co.uk/.

(c) 2010 Andrew Stunell

15 Most Recent Stories From Mark Hunter MP News Stories

Fri 23rd Jul 2010:

LOCAL MP CELEBRATES AS NATIONAL AWARD RECOGNIZES MATERNITY UNIT .

Mark Hunter MP had added his congratulations as a local maternity team is named highly commended in an award from the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Maternity (APPGM).

Wed 21st Jul 2010:

Mark Hunter's quarterly expenses.

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Tue 20th Jul 2010:

MAN DIESEL SHOWCASES GROUND-BREAKING TRAINING ACADEMY.

Earlier this month MAN Diesel hosted a celebration of its fantastic new training academy at the company's premises in Hazel Grove. Local MP Mark Hunter was a special guest at the event which was also attended by Stockport Mayor Hazel Lees and local councillors Mark Weldon, Wendy Orrell and Ben Alexander.

Fri 16th Jul 2010:

HUNTER HAILS VAST INCREASE IN LOCAL RAIL USE.

The number of passengers using the eight stations in and around the Cheadle constituency has increased by 78% in the last five years, research by local MP Mark Hunter has revealed.

HUGE SUCCESS FOR 'BACK OUR TROOPS' CAMPAIGN.

Local MP Mark Hunter has welcomed the Coalition Government's announcement that a further £189m worth of funding will be provided for UK troops in Afghanistan.

Wed 14th Jul 2010:

HUNTER HAILS FAIRER VOTES ANNOUNCEMENT.

Local MP Mark Hunter has welcomed the Coalition Government announcement that a referendum will take place on May 5th 2011 - the same day as the local elections - on reforming the electoral system.

LOCAL CHARITY BEACON COUNSELLING WINS TOP REGIONAL AWARD.

Last week local MP Mark Hunter joined with Cheadle Hulme High School pupils and representatives of local charity Beacon Counselling to officially hand over a cheque of £3000 from the Youth & Philanthropy Initiative (YPI) as the prize for winning a top regional award from the organisation.

Fri 9th Jul 2010:

HEALTH MINISTER AND LOCAL MP VISIT ST ANN'S HOSPICE.

Yesterday, Thursday 9th July, Care Services Minister and Lib Dem colleague Paul Burstow joined Cheadle MP Mark Hunter on a special visit to St Ann's Hospice in Heald Green.

Tue 6th Jul 2010:

GATLEY FESTIVAL GETS GREAT RECEPTION.

Last Sunday 4th July the annual Gatley Festival was packed out with families from across the area and hosted dozens of stalls, a fairground and many other attractions. Local MP Mark Hunter paid tribute to the organisers as he joined the crowds on Sunday afternoon.

Wed 30th Jun 2010:

CHEADLE & MARPLE 6TH FORM FORMER STUDENT'S AoC GOLD AWARD PRESENTED IN PARLIAMENT.

Paralympic athlete and former student of Cheadle & Marple Sixth Form College, Sarah Storey OBE has added another 'gold' to her tally of medals - a Gold Award from the Association of Colleges (AoC). Local MP Mark Hunter attended the presentation, which was held on the Terrace of the House of Commons on Tuesday 15 June.

Tue 29th Jun 2010:

THE SUN SHINES ON HEALD GREEN FESTIVAL 2010 .

Last Saturday 26th June local MP Mark Hunter joined residents at this year's Heald Green Festival, held on the playing field behind the Village Hall on Outwood Road. Held in the blazing sunshine, the day was a great success and was attended by record numbers of local people.

Wed 23rd Jun 2010:

HUNTER WELCOMES FAIR AND RESPONSIBLE BUDGET.

Local MP Mark Hunter has welcomed yesterday's (22nd June) Emergency Budget as tough but fair. The Budget, specifically designed to address the current financial crisis and economic deficit, included some key Liberal Democrat policies such as:

Tue 22nd Jun 2010:

MARK PRAISES COMMUNITY STRENGTH AFTER ANOTHER SUCCESSFUL BRAMHALL FESTIVAL.

Last Saturday 21st June local MP Mark Hunter officially opened this year's Bramhall festival and joined two highly decorated service veterans - Captain Robert James Robinson aged 87 of the Royal Irish Fusiliers and First Lt Norman Harris aged 91 of the Gordon Highlanders (TA) - to judge the best group in the festival parade.

Wed 16th Jun 2010:

LOCAL MP WARNS: MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES ARE FAILING CHILDREN WITH AUTISM.

Thousands of children with autism in England are needlessly facing a future of mental health problems, local MP Mark Hunter has warned, because the NHS does not know how to help them.

Mon 14th Jun 2010:

ANNOUNCEMENT ON GARDEN GRABBING "TERRIFIC NEWS" FOR LOCAL PEOPLE, SAYS HUNTER.

Local MP Mark Hunter has hailed the Liberal Democrat/Conservative Coalition's announcement on giving local councils powers to prevent the building of new homes in back gardens as "a great success".

Earlier Stories

Complete archive on the official site.

Mark Hunter MP News Stories, provided by Prater Raines Ltd http://www.praterraines.co.uk/.

(c) 2010 Mark Hunter MP