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New Lib Dem leader to greet party today at the Spring Conference

Sir Menzies Campbell is to make his first appearance in front of his party as leader, a day after his leadership election victory. Sir Menzies, who has vowed to be more than "a safe pair of hands", will address a rally at the start of the party's spring conference in Harrogate. Sir Menzies will make a short address on the stage at a conference rally on Friday evening, ahead of his key speech on Sunday. He will share a platform with three of the party's recent by-election victors and will rally members for the local elections in May.

3 Mar 2006

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Dundee LibDem Convener congratulates new Liberal Democrat Leader

Ming Campbell - "a proven high-achiever," says Dundee LibDem Convener

Dundee Liberal Democrat local party Convener Raymond Lawrie today (Thursday 2nd March) added his congratulations to Sir Menzies Campbell, the newly elected federal leader of the Liberal Democrats, describing him as "a proven high-achiever."

2 Mar 2006

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Ming Campbell celebrates his election as leader of the Liberal Democrats (Photo by Alex Folkes / LDDPics)

Ming Campbell elected Liberal Democrat Leader

In a high turnout ballot of over 72% of the Liberal Democrat's 73,000 members, Party members have voted to elect Sir Ming Campbell MP as Leader. Sir Ming was applauded by both his rivals Chris Huhne MP and Party President Simon Hughes MP who pledged their loyalty and commitment to his leadership.

2 Mar 2006

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New Epsom Grandstand

The planning application for a new Grandstand at Epsom Downs racecourse is due to be considered by the Planning Committee on Thursday 9th March. The proposal is for a new modern pavilion and grandstand structure, replacing four older buildings and complementing the Queens Stand built about 15 years ago. The new building would also contain conference facilities for use on non race days.

2 Mar 2006

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