"In line with our decision to suspend campaign activities in response to the death of the Duke of Edinburgh and the latest announcement from the Party, all campaign activity will be suspended from 13:00 on Saturday 17th April until 08:00 on Sunday 18th April to mark the funeral of Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh."

"In light of the sad news of the death of the Duke of Edinburgh, my campaign team and I have decided to continue our suspension of all campaign activity for the remainder of this weekend.

"Losing a loved one is never easy, tragically it is a feeling that many have experienced during the last thirteen months. Unfortunately, I know this feeling well as I continue to process the death of my grandmother, who I helped care for during her brief battle with cancer last year.

Craven Liberal Democrats announce young campaigner and activist, Luke Allan to contest the upcoming Craven by-elections for the Craven District Council ward of Penyghent and North Yorkshire County Council division of Ribblesdale - two of three by-elections scheduled to take place in Craven this May.

On International Women's Day, we observe and celebrate the incredible contributions of women in every corner of the world, workplace and society. Today, we celebrate the women pushing and redefining boundaries, defying stereotypes and shattering glass ceilings.

Founded on the 8^th March 1911, individuals and organisations continue to proudly unite to observe and promote the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. International Women's Day not only helps to shine a spotlight on women's rights issues, but it is a crucial reminder of the work that lies ahead and why we all need to play our part to strive and fight for women's rights and gender parity.

The Liberal Democrats have selected campaigner, councillor and veteran James Barker as their candidate for the North Yorkshire Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner election to be held on 6th May.

James is a City of York Councillor, representing the Rural West York ward since his election in 2019, when he overturned a huge Conservative majority to win his seat from the former York Conservative party leader.

The Liberal Democrats have long called for a rethink on plans on for a new coal mine in Cumbria and I am delighted that's exactly what has happened.

If Boris Johnson is serious about climate action he will call on Cumbria county council to scrap the mine

Cumbria County Council now need to do the right thing and throw these plans out, or the Prime Minister must intervene to make sure the coal mine is scrapped.

It's astonishing that a new coal mine in Britain is even being considered - particularly the year we are hosting the vital COP26 conference.

If Boris Johnson is serious about climate action he will call on Cumbria county council to scrap the mine.

The Government needs to transform its attitude to the climate emergency. That is why I have proposed a £150 billion green coronavirus recovery plan, reshaping our economy to protect the future of our country and our planet.