Archive for July, 2010

Deputy Leader of the Lib Dems joins LYS in calling for Equal Marriage!

Deputy Leader of the Lib Dems joins LYS in calling for Equal Marriage!

July 20, 2010 View Comments

Today, Deputy Leader of the Liberal Democrats Simon Hughes stated his belief that the Government would deliver equality in marriage rights for couples regardless of gender before the end of this Parliament. You can see the full interview and video here: http://www.pinknews.co.uk/2010/07/19/deputy-lib-dem-leader-simon-hughes-says-government-will-allow-gay-couples-to-marry/ Simon Hughes’ call comes after Liberal Youth Scotland managed to pass support for ...

Liberal Youth Scotland welcome Cable step away from Tuition fees

Liberal Youth Scotland welcome Cable step away from Tuition fees

July 15, 2010 View Comments

In a major speech today, Business Secretary Dr. Vince Cable announced his support for moving away from the tuition fees system, towards a graduate tax. Commenting,President of Liberal Youth Scotland Kristian Chapman said: “Liberal Youth Scotland has campaigned extensively on the issue of tuition fees supporting our colleagues south of the border and we will ...

An update: Glasgow Pride march

An update: Glasgow Pride march

July 2, 2010 View Comments

This past weekend was Scotia Pride in Edinburgh. Scottish Liberal Democrat leader Tavish Scott MSP said: “We need to support the organisations working across the world to promote human rights and equality. “Liberal Democrats in Government at Westminster are already taking these steps. Thanks to us, the coalition is committed to using the UK’s relationships ...