Lib Dems slam bank loan numbers
ONLY ten businesses have benefited since the launch of the Bank of Essex last year.
BWN
31 May 2010
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Liberal Democrat policies announced in Queen's Speech
A large number of Liberal Democrat policies were announced in today's Queen's Speech, including the party's major priorities: fair taxes, a fair start for children, a green and sustainable economy, and a comprehensive clean up of politics.
26 May 2010
Annual Council - report back
Your Liberal Democrat councillors report back on the Annual Council meeting, heralding the start of the council year, held on 19th May 2010.
20 May 2010
Lib Dems pick up two but Tories triumphant
THE Liberal Democrats failed to shake the ruling Tories on Brentwood Borough Council at Thursday's local elections, despite gaining seats.
20 May 2010
Just 10 firms helped by £50m Essex bank fund
STRUGGLING businesses shouldn't bank on anything from Essex County Council, according to shocking new figures.
20 May 2010
Lib Dems get answers on "Banking on Essex"
Lib Dem County Councillor David Kendall has managed to get answers to a number of key questions regarding "Banking on Essex" from Tory controlled Essex County Council. Cllr Kendall, a long term critic of the scheme, asked just how much support had been given to small businesses in Essex since it's launch in a blaze of publicity back in late 2009. Judging by the answers it seems he was right to have those concerns.
12 May 2010