Bridgwater and West Somerset Liberal Democrats

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Thank you - Lib Dems hail "terrific" result in Bridgwater and West Somerset

Fri 7th May 2010

Liberal Democrats are this week celebrating their best performance in Bridgwater and West Somerset since 1997.

Theo Butt Philip (photography: Theo Butt Philip)

Butt Philip Challenges Liddell-Grainger to Public Debate

Sun 2nd May 2010

Prompted by former Conservative MP, Ian Liddell-Grainger's continued refusal to take part in any of the public meetings arranged by community groups in Bridgwater and West Somerset, Liberal Democrat Parliamentary Candidate, Theo Butt Philip has written to Mr Liddell-Grainger offering him a last-ditch opportunity to debate local issues in a public meeting.

Theo Butt Philip's letter to Ian Liddell-Grainger (photography: Theo Butt Philip)

Undecided voters swing to Lib Dems following final Leaders Debate

Fri 30th Apr 2010

Last night was the final of the three televised Leaders' debates. Leader of the Liberal Democrats, Nick Clegg, debated with Gordon Brown and David Cameron about the economy. Subjects discussed included breaking up the banks, creating more jobs and reinvigorating the British economy.

Nick Clegg MP

Third and Final Party Leaders' TV debate: The Economy

Wed 28th Apr 2010

On Thursday 29th April from 8.30pm, BBC One will host the final live Prime Ministerial Debate of the General Election from the Midlands. Nick Clegg, Gordon Brown and David Cameron will again be going head to head in the run up to the General Election next Thursday.

Debate Night Graphic

Clegg Scores Second Win in Party Leaders Debate

Fri 23rd Apr 2010

An average of five polls conducted immediately after the Sky TV Leaders Election debate on Thursday night put Nick Clegg as the winner, with all instant polls showing him ahead of Gordon Brown. After the Foreign Affairs-led debate from Bristol dominated by issues like Iraq, immigration and climate change, Nick Clegg won 3 of the 5 polls on the night, building on his position after the first debate.

Nick Clegg

Graham Watson MEP Officially Opens Campaign Office

Fri 23rd Apr 2010

Graham Watson, MEP in the South West England and Gibraltar region, led the proceedings as the Bridgwater and West Somerset Liberal Democrats opened their office for the general election campaign. As the campaign expands its operations, Theo Butt Philip hopes that the new premises will provide a focal point for volunteers and activists. The opening comes at a time of heightened interest in Lib Dem plans for real change across the UK and especially in the Bridgwater and West Somerset area.

Theo Stands Up to Extremists

Thu 22nd Apr 2010

Liberal Democrat candidate for Bridgwater and West Somerset Theo Butt Philip yesterday spoke out against extremism and intolerance.

Theo Butt Philip (photography: Theo Butt Philip)

Second Party Leaders' TV debate: Foreign Affairs

Wed 21st Apr 2010

The second Party Leaders Debate is taking place this Thursday starting at 8pm on Sky News. Nick Clegg, Gordon Brown and David Cameron will again be going head to head in a TV debate in the run up to the General Election on May 6th, this time leading on Foreign Affairs.

Debate Night Graphic

Theo Speaks about Jobs on BBC Somerset

Wed 21st Apr 2010

Theo Butt Philip, the Liberal Democrat candidate for Bridgwater and West Somerset, appeared on BBC Somerset's Breakfast Show to discuss jobs and the local economy.

Theo at BBC Somerset studios (photography: Theo Butt Philip)

More volunteers sought

Tue 20th Apr 2010

We are looking for additional volunteers to join our growing team. If you want to help with our expanding campaign please get in touch. This is volunteer position - hours and responsibilities are flexible.

Ladbrokes slash odds on Lib Dem victory in Bridgwater and West Somerset

Tue 20th Apr 2010

Reflecting the surge in Liberal Democrat support across the country and in this constituency, bookmaker Ladbrokes has slashed the odds on victory for Theo Butt Philip.

Theo speaks to Minehead

Mon 19th Apr 2010

Addressing the Christians Together in Minehead candidates forum, Theo outlined his views to the people of Minehead and West Somerset.

Theo addresses the Minehead debate (photography: Theo Butt Philip)

Theo officially becomes candidate

Mon 19th Apr 2010

At Sedgemoor Council offices this afternoon, Theo Butt Philip confirmed his nomination as Liberal Democrat parliamentary candidate for Bridgwater and West Somerset.

Theo Butt Philip holds his nomination papers (photography: Theo Butt Philip)

Theo Takes Power 2010 Pledge

Sat 17th Apr 2010

Theo Butt Philip, Liberal Democrat parliamentary candidate for Bridgwater and West Somerset, today signed the Power 2010 pledge to clean up politics in the UK.

Theo speaks to Bridgwater Senior Citizens Forum

Fri 16th Apr 2010

Theo Butt Philip took part in the Question Time style debate hosted by the Bridgwater Senior Citizens' Forum.

Nick Clegg Storms First Ever Party Leaders Debate

Fri 16th Apr 2010

The polls following the first ever Party Leaders General Election debate on ITV are showing that Nick Clegg has won a convincing victory over David Cameron and Gordon Brown. The debate was the first ever Leaders debate during a UK General Election campaign, and the pollsters are giving it as a big victory for Nick Clegg and the Liberal Democrats.

Nick Clegg (Photo: Alex Folkes/Fishnik Photography)

First Party Leaders' TV debate: Domestic Affairs

Thu 15th Apr 2010

Tonight on ITV, Nick Clegg, Gordon Brown and David Cameron will be going head to head in a TV debate. This is the first of three debates that will be taking place in the run up to the General Election on May 6th.

Debate Night Graphic

Fairness - The Liberal Democrat Manifesto Launch

Wed 14th Apr 2010

Nick Clegg has launched the Liberal Democrat General Election manifesto. The manifesto sets out four clear priorities of fair taxes, a fair chance for every child, a fair economy, and a fair deal by cleaning up politics.

Liberal Democrat Manifesto for 2010 General Election

Apply for a Postal Vote Now: Deadline 20th April

Mon 12th Apr 2010

With the General Election on 6th May, there is still time to arrange a postal vote. Voting by post is an easy and convenient way of voting if you are unable to get to the polling station on polling day - for any reason.

Postal vote envelopes (photography: Matt Raines)

Theo appears on South West Politics Show

Mon 12th Apr 2010

Liberal Democrat candidate for Bridgwater and West Somerset, Theo Butt Philip, appeared on Sunday morning's edition of the BBC's South West Politics Show to discuss rural affairs in the region.

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