Lib Dem leader slams MP's second home allowance
THE leader of the opposition in Brentwood has called on MP Eric Pickles to stop claiming a second home allowance.
JF
4 Apr 2009
Brentwood Liberal Democrats
For A Greener, Fairer, Safer Brentwood
Brentwood Borough News
Residents face new parking stealth tax
Conservative plans to introduce new car parking charges in Brentwood were roundly criticised by Liberal Democrat councillors David Kendall and Karen Chilvers at last night's Highways Panel meeting (31/3). The new proposals included:
1 Apr 2009
MP Pickles should give up "second homes allowance"
Cllr David Kendall has called on Eric Pickles MP to give up the allowance he is claiming for a second home in London to undertake his parliamentary duties.
27 Mar 2009
What will happen to your ward now?
ON Wednesday March 18 at full council Brandon Lewis announced that he had decided to stand down as leader of the Council. He feels that he has accomplished all that he set out to do.
LP
23 Mar 2009
Inquiry call
OPPOSITION to the proposed William Hunter Way development is to be sent to the Secretary of State for the Environment.
PG
20 Mar 2009
Eric Pickles MP asked to help call in William Hunter Way application
The leader and deputy leader of Brentwood's Liberal Democrats have written to Eric Pickles MP regarding the recent planning decision for a Cinema/Retail/Multi Storey Car Park development in William Hunter Way.
20 Mar 2009
UK Lib Dem news
Mental Health
Whole-Person Mental Health: Care, Choice, Community, and Combatting Populism
The UK is facing a mental health emergency. Liberal Democrats have a proud record of pushing Britain’s mental health services forward. Now we are offering the bold solutions we need to fight the crisis unfolding in our communities.
DC
14 Mar 2026
Universities & Skills
From Local Roots to Global Reach: A Liberal Vision for Universities
British universities are a world-leading export and an engine for innovation, but today, the sector is at a breaking point. Liberal Democrats have passed a new plan to deliver a fairer deal for students and graduates and secure the future of the sector.
IS
14 Mar 2026
Economy & Business
Revitalising Town Centres and High Streets
Liberal Democrats are committed to building town centres that inspire pride for generations to come. It is time to stop ignoring the decline of our high streets and breathe new life into them as vibrant hubs for the future.
DC
14 Mar 2026