Liberal Democrats Pledge End to 'Computer Says No' Economy, Propose EU Defence Partnership

During a party conference address, Liberal Democrat Deputy Leader Daisy Cooper asserted the party’s commitment to dismantling the 'computer says no' economy, which she claimed stifles growth and innovation. Cooper detailed proposals aimed at streamlining regulations and increasing productivity across the UK economy.

EU Growth and Defence Partnership Proposed

Cooper also unveiled a significant foreign policy initiative: a 'Growth and Defence Partnership' with the European Union. This proposed agreement aims to foster deeper economic ties and enhance security cooperation, marking a potential shift in the UK's post-Brexit relationship with the bloc. The Liberal Democrats contend such a partnership is crucial for bolstering the UK's economic resilience and its strategic defence posture in a volatile global landscape.

The proposals underscore the party's ambition to position itself as a viable alternative for economic management and international engagement, particularly concerning the UK's future alignment with European powers.