Principles & Policies
The Liberal Democratic Party stands for greater freedom, smaller government and personal responsibility.The LDP stands for the following principles and policies
Economic Principles
- Free markets and freedom of choice
- Low tax, limited public spending and minimal regulation
- Widespread ownership of private property
Economic Policies
Environment/Energy
Social Principles
- Civil society and volunteerism
- Civil liberties and individual freedom
- Individual liberty and personal responsibility under the rule of law
Social Policies
Government Principles
- Constitutional liberal democracy
- Ethical and impartial government under the rule of law
- Devolution of power including decentralised government and competitive federalism
Government Policies
International Principles
- Free trade in goods, services and capital
- Free trade in ideas and culture
- Freedom and human rights