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Lib Dems Urge Rethink on Library Closures

The Liberal Democrat Group on Surrey County Council is calling on the Conservative-run Executive to reconsider its plans to close six of Surrey's libraries. Diana Smith, Liberal Democrat Spokesperson for Schools and Communities, said that over the years a lack of investment by the Tories in one of the county's key resources had left it unable to grow to meet modern needs, with the number of people using libraries falling. "In an increasingly 24 hour society it's no wonder people aren't using the libraries, when opening hours are so limited. And when they get there, often the choice of books is restricted and there isn't room for the range of computers that a modern information centre needs."

9 Mar 2006
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Lib Dem Health Spokesperson joins local Rochdale campaign!

Liberal Democrat Shadow Secretary for Health - Steve Webb MP celebrated keeping his high-profile position in a Lib Dem re-shuffle by announcing a visit to Rochdale as a guest of local MP - Paul Rowen. Steve's first job when his position was confirmed by new Lib Dem Leader Sir Menzies Campbell MP, was to pledge to join the fight to save vital services at Rochdale Infirmary and to continue his battle to improve NHS Dentistry.

9 Mar 2006
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Good news for Foxholes Residents.

Central Ward Councillor - Shah Wazir has spoke of his delight after a meeting of concerned residents and parents at All Saints Primary School in Foxeholes, Rochdale. The meeting was about the problems with traffic in the area. Councillor Shah Wazir has been inundated with complaints about speeding, parking, driveways being blocked and the danger of traffic to residents including young children.

9 Mar 2006
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