Following earlier attacks this year on Alawite, Druze and Christian communities in Syria the Liberal Party deplore the recent overnight attacks on the Kurdish community in Aleppo.

These attacks include the use of tanks and the military shelling civilian areas.

We call for the UN to take meaningful action to protect the various minorities in the region following the earlier fall of the Syrian regime and we support greater autonomy for the Kurds in the North East, Alawites in the Northwest and Druze in the South East.

The party is concerned that plans for an inclusive government have failed to materialise with just 2 Christian members being appointed to the reformed 119 seat People’s Assembly and stalled attempts to integrate all armed factions in the Syrian military.

We urge the UK government to suspend any financial support for the Syrian republic until it has taken concrete steps to stop attacking their minorities.

The Liberal Party rejects the government’s plan to promote a form of digital ID to access services and tackle illegal immigration.

The party believes any such project will only add to the public debt. No large-scale government IT programme has been cost effective or delivered on time and within budget.

We believe that this would be one more step towards a dystopian future for our children and is totally against freedom for the individual with minimum interference from the state. It is against everything we stand for as liberals.

Whilst we accept digital documents can aid in access to services such as NHS records, DVLA, and passport services, they should never be used as a surrogate ID card.

Checks for migrant workers already exist while UK nationals must show their 'passport/birth certificate’ when apply for accommodation or employment.

It is also notably unclear to what extent law enforcement agencies would be entitled to demand access to a digital ID to verify identification.

Dear Members, Supporters and Friends
 
I am taking the opportunity as Chair to encourage as many of you as can to come to the Assembly in Scarborough on 4th October 2025.
 
This is a great time for our party to make moves forward and entrench ourselves in the government and institutions of our country for the good.
 
You may come for the day or you may like to stay. There are excellent road and rail links to Scarborough, and the party have a good offer from
 
The Grand Hotel
St Nicolas Cliff
SCARBOROUGH
YO11  2ET
 
at around £65 per night. You can book direct with the hotel by telephoning Mr Tunstall direct on 01723 375371
 
Why not make it a family weekend at these prices.
 
You will need to give your name/address, telephone number and other necessary details to confirm.  We are encouraging women and young members to make a particular effort to build on last year.  If you have any queries or any transport difficult please do contact the party secretary or myself.
 
We don’t expect everything to be perfect but we do expect it to be fun and great chance to share your views with other liberals.
 
The Grand Hotel is a large hotel in Scarborough, North Yorkshire, England, overlooking the town's South Bay. It is a Grade II* listed building and is owned by Britannia Hotels. At the time of its grand opening in 1867, it was the largest hotel and the largest brick structure in Europe
 
Come and be part of the Liberal Movement
 
Sincerely
 
Charles Shaw

The Liberal Party views with horror the escalation of the Israeli offensive in Gaza City, home to several hundreds of thousands of Palestinian civilises, who now risk becoming caught up directly in the military conflict.

The civilian population faces the prospects of another immediate forced mass evacuation into a devasted region lacking any humanitarian support.

The party notes the publication of an independent UN inquiry which has concluded that Israel has committed genocide against Palestinians in Gaza, whilst the current offensive further adds to the accusations of ethnic cleansing and potential war crimes.

The party calls for an immediate international effort to curtail the current offensive, and to bring about meaningful talks to restore peace to the region with the supervised disarming of Hamas, the release of all hostages and a restoration of humanitarian aid.

The agenda and motions for debate are now avaialble on the party website in the Liberal Library section.

A Zoom meeting invite is available on reques for anybody wishing to join online.

The link can be obtained from the Secretary to the NEC whose details are listed ion the party website in the contacts section.

The Liberal Party views with extreme alarm the recent overnight drone incursion into Poland, and the blatant provocation staged by Russia.

We believe that this action is a clear warning that Russia is prepared to widen its intimidation and probing of bordering state and to test NATO’s resolve.

The failure of the Alaska summit between Presidents Trump and Putin has already shown that Russia has no interest in a peaceful solution to the Ukraine conflict and wishes only to prolong the conflict for maximum territorial advantage
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The party believes Poland is fully justified in evoking article 4 of the NATO treaty which calls for the urgent discussion of any security threats against a member’s sovereign territory.

NATO’s response must be measured but forceful, with increased surveillance of its eastern border and practical support for nations bordering Russian, namely Estonia, Finland and Poland.

The Liberal Party notes the recent appeal court ruling in the case of the Bell Hotel in Epping, which is being used to house asylum seekers and its effect on the local community.


The party recognises that the asylum system has become overwhelmed and abused. Urgent action needs to be taken to reduce the backlog of cases.

We believe that the immigration process should quickly establish the initial grounds for refugee status to include early deportation of those not at real risk of death or torture if returned to their country of origin.

The Liberal Party notes with mounting concern  the widening UK government borrowing  requirements, with government borrowing in the first 4 months reaching £59 billion and an expected budget deficit of £44.5 billion.

The party believes that the government risks rapidly losing control of borrowing, and credibility in the bonds markets with the symbolic milestone of £3 trillion in  public debt likely to be breached within the next 18 months.

The Liberal Party supports investment in the UK’s future—particularly in areas that improve productivity, create jobs, and accelerate the transition to a sustainable, green economy.
Responsible borrowing can help fund the transformation needed for net zero, digital infrastructure, and research and development. However, each pound borrowed must contribute to a clear, measurable return for society.

The Liberal Party will always advocate for a compassionate approach, ensuring that government borrowing is used to protect the most vulnerable. This includes maintaining a robust social safety net, investing in the NHS, and supporting those most affected by economic downturns.

Liverpool, a city renowned for its vibrant culture and storied history, has long grappled with the issues of urban cleanliness and environmental stewardship. In recent years, the initiative to combat littering and uphold public spaces has taken shape through the establishment of litter enforcement squads. These teams, tasked with patrolling streets and issuing fines for littering offences, have become the focal point of both local policy debates and community scrutiny. In this landscape, the Liberal Party’s stance—that the Liverpool litter squad will not be set ticket targets—marks a significant moment in the evolution of public order management and the relationship between enforcement and civic responsibility.

Ticket targets have, elsewhere, led to accusations of over-zealous enforcement and disproportionate penalisation of minor offenders. Residents and advocacy groups have voiced concerns that such quotas could encourage aggressive tactics, alienating communities and disproportionately impacting vulnerable individuals. The question for Liverpool, then, is how to balance effective enforcement with principles of proportionality and fairness.

A target-free system is not without risks. Measuring success becomes more complex, relying on qualitative assessments and long-term outcomes rather than simple statistics. The party recognises that ongoing investment in training, public engagement, and infrastructure is essential to support the transition.

By prioritising fairness, education, and officer discretion, the party hopes to forge a stronger partnership between the city and its residents—a partnership grounded not in the pursuit of numbers, but in a shared vision for a cleaner, more vibrant Liverpool.

As the initiative unfolds, the city’s journey will offer valuable lessons for urban centres everywhere, challenging policymakers to rethink how best to encourage civic responsibility and protect communal spaces. The debate is ongoing, but the Council’s approach signals a desire to move beyond quotas, in favour of a more nuanced and community-focused strategy for litter enforcement.

Alan Tormey
The Liberal Party National Spokesperson on Energy and Environment

The Liberal Party today voices its urgent concern regarding the continued escalation of UK gilt market borrowing rates, which have now overtaken those of all other G7 nations. This development marks a significant turning point in the nation’s financial landscape, raising pressing questions about the government’s economic stewardship, fiscal credibility, and the future prosperity of British families and businesses.

"The United Kingdom is at a crossroads. The fact that our government now pays more to borrow than any other G7 nation should serve as a wake-up call to all those who care about our country’s future. It is vital that we restore economic credibility, protect our most vulnerable citizens, and invest in the foundations of long-term growth. Only through prudent and transparent management of our finances can we ensure a stable and prosperous future for everyone.”

Read the full statement on the The Liberal Party website.