LibDem leader sends wreath as message to chancellor, following autumn budget

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The Liberal Democrats leader, Sir Ed Davey, took part in a wreath-making activity with a group of children, on a visit to the South West of England.The wreath is intended for the Chancellor, following her budget, to urge her not to 'forget' about the region.During his visit, he demanded the Labour Government “stop taking the region for granted”, urging Ministers to use the New Year as an opportunity for a reset.

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