Lib Dems recruit 50p tax inspectors

Over 2,000 tax inspectors are to be recruited in a bid to maximise revenue from the 50p tax, as the Liberal Democrats seek to find ways to justify keeping the tax.

Clegg champions Lib Dem awkward squad

Nick Clegg has raised Liberal Democrat spirits by telling them how “awkward” the party’s ministers are being in government.

Comment: The time is right for Lib Dem drug vote

Public opinion is ready for a progressive view on drugs. The Lib Dems must not back down.

Comment: Lib Dems lead the way on drug policy

With a conference vote this weekend, the Lib Dems have a chance to face down tabloid outrage.

Clegg squares up for party conference fight

Nick Clegg was taking fire from party members and his own former colleagues today, as he prepared for the start of the Liberal Democrat conference.

Conference preview: Nervy Lib Dems gather in Birmingham

After 500 days in government, Liberal Democrats have even more reason to feel uncertain now than they did 12 months ago.

Experts back Lib Dems drug vote

Drug experts have backed a Liberal Democrat vote on decriminalising narcotics set to take place next week.

Tough test for Lib Dem loyalties as NHS reform vote looms

Nick Clegg will meet with Liberal Democrat backbenchers later in a bid to secure their support for the government’s embattled NHS reforms.

Adonis: Lib-Lab talks ‘should start now’

Labour should begin backroom talks with the Liberal Democrats immediately, former Cabinet minister Andrew Adonis has urged in an interview with politics.co.uk.

True blue: Clegg attacked by egg-throwing protestor

Nick Clegg has been splattered by blue paint by a protestor expressing his frustration with the coalition.