Campaigning in Longtown yesterday it was plain to see that the debate really had changed perceptions. Voters are energized by the prospect of an alternative to the other two tired old party's. 'Dave' did not impress and the voters of Longtown struggle to see what the Conservatives have to offer.
It's clear that we are now seen as a real threat. Watch out as both the other parties turn their fire onto the Liberal Democrats! I am looking forward to this coming week. On Tuesday we launch our rural manifesto at Kirkby Stephen Auction Mart. This will establish that the Liberal Democrats are the party of the countryside.
