Hertfordshire Liberal Democrats Hold Successful Jazz Evening in Watford
Last week Liberal Democrats from all over Hertfordshire gathered for a Jazz Evening in Watford's renowned Pump House venue - noted for its regular jazz events.
30 Nov 2015
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When the Liberal Democrats Shared Power in the Coalition we had the Greenest Government Ever - not any more under Tory Cameron.
With Lib Dem Minister Ed Davey running Environment and Vince Cable in Business we had a fast growing industry, the greenest set of policies ever and a growing UK manufacturing industry building wind and solar generators for sustainable power.
30 Nov 2015
Charter 700 - See the Tring Charter In Person
As a fitting finale to the year's 700th anniversary celebrations, the Charter itself is coming to Tring for the very first time! The frail and ancient document, which is cared for amongst the country's priceless historic treasures at The National Archives at Kew, is to be brought here on loan for a very short period.
18 Nov 2015
What's On? November in Tring
Saturday 21st - Tring WI Christmas Bazaar - 10am-12 noon at the Victoria Hall, Akeman Street. Entry 20p. Stalls will include crafts, books, jewellery, cakes, preserves, cards and much more. Raffle for charity. Refreshments available.
20 Nov 2015
Liberal Democrats Select Jane Brophy for Oldham West and Royton
Jane Brophy has been selected to fight the Oldham West and Royton Parliamentary By Election as the Liberal Democrat Candidate.
14 Nov 2015
Liberal Democrat Mayor Dave: Bedford-Oxford Rail Link and its Economic Benefits Must Not be Delayed
Lib Dem Mayor of Bedford Dave Hodgson has spoken out about the damage which would be done if the Oxford to Bedford section of East West Rail were delayed, as is being considered by Network Rail. In the summer, the government asked the Chairman of Network Rail, Sir Peter Hendy, to review all rail enhancements to be delivered by 2019, and it is understood that a recommendation to delay completion of the Oxford to Bedford link by three years to 2022, and other elements of the western section of the line to as late as 2026.
13 Nov 2015
Liberal Democrat Mayor Dave: Bedford-Oxford Rail Link and its Economic Benefits Must Not be Delayed
Lib Dem Mayor of Bedford Dave Hodgson has spoken out about the damage which would be done if the Oxford to Bedford section of East West Rail were delayed, as is being considered by Network Rail. In the summer, the government asked the Chairman of Network Rail, Sir Peter Hendy, to review all rail enhancements to be delivered by 2019, and it is understood that a recommendation to delay completion of the Oxford to Bedford link by three years to 2022, and other elements of the western section of the line to as late as 2026.
13 Nov 2015
Tring Biz 2 - Dunsley Farm Shop
Seen here in our pic is the Dunsley Farm Shop float taking part in the parade through the town as part of the Tring 700 celebrations to mark the 700th anniversary of the granting of a market charter to Tring in 1315. Dunsley Farm and Farmer Phil Marks is a well-known supporter of town activities and also supported the Tring Apple Day festivities on 4th October at Jeacock's Orchard in Cow Lane with a tempting display of a wide varieties of local apples for sale.
13 Nov 2015
The Name of a Fallen Tring Soldier, Corporal David Barnsdale, At Last Carved into Town's Memorial.
Citizens of Tring well remember the crowds gathered five years ago at the town's war memorial in Church Square to pay their respects to Corporal David Barnsdale, 24, from 33 Engineer Regiment who was killed in Afghanistan when caught in the blast of a roadside bomb. Corporal Barnsdale was in command of a Royal Engineers Search Team. He and his team were responsible for the detection of improvised explosive devices in areas deemed to be high risk.
12 Nov 2015
Liberal Democrat Council By-Election Tally since the General Election
In real elections there is real evidence of a recovery of Lib Dem support.
9 Nov 2015
Tring Biz 1 - Kiwi Chick Chocs and Truffles
Kiwi Chick Chocs & Truffles (seen here at Tring's Apple Fair)
9 Nov 2015
Hertfordshire County Council Tolerates a 10-Hour Flood Across a Road but Others Do Not
Recently Hertfordshire County Council agreed with its contractors Ringway that no action need be taken with flooding situations across roads if they last for less than 10 hours. Obviously the Conservative county councillor for Hemel Hempstead North West, Terry Douris, agrees with this - because he is the Executive Member with responsibility for Highways.
8 Nov 2015