Paddy had time for everyone, guided and nurtured the party, converted even the fiercest foe and committed his heart a soul to the success of the liberal ideal. For thirty years I followed him on a great journey. Thank you Paddy. My thoughts are with Jane and her family.
Last night, as people learned of Paddy Ashdown's death, they took to Twitter to share their memories of this incredible man. We've collected some of them here.
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This is a hugely sad day for the Liberal Democrats and for the very many people across political and public life who had immense affection and respect for @paddyashdown. He was famous for his politics but his talents extended well beyond that arena. RIP. https://t.co/Zq8issvSzC
"Charismatic, strong, idealistic"
Lib Dem leader Sir Vince Cable pays tribute to former leader Paddy Ashdown, who has died aged 77
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The LibDem group on Perth & Kinross Councils' motion asking the Council to support a People's Vote on Brexit was passed today by 20 votes to 16. Support came from all LibDem, SNP, and some Conservative Cllrs. Unbelievably the one Labour Cllr on the council abstained!
After 6.40 interview with @bbcbreakfast, off to Brussels to meet @ALDEgroup leaders and PMs, briefing them on the deep instability in the UK govt and the growing movement for @peoplesvote_uk. EU leaders must know Brexit is not inevitable - majority in the UK now want to remain.
Reliable coverage of 4G and Superfast broadband is an investment into the future. The Scottish Government must get serious and provide rural areas with the coverage we all expect.
https://t.co/AQjZpRV1qm
The disruption at Gatwick this week has shown the urgent need for new, sensible regulation to crack down on a wild west drone market that poses serious security risks. For starters, we must introduce compulsory registration of drones and training for all users.
With rough sleepers dying on our streets, it is a disgrace that planning for the entirely avoidable no-deal Brexit takes money away from projects that can save lives.
We must demand better - end this disastrous Brexit and put money back to work at home > https://t.co/Mp2XkNJx4v
The Tory infighting over Brexit has become a national embarrassment. 🤦♀️
End the deadlock now by going back to the people, and giving them the final say on the deal. Do you want a People's Vote? Sign up https://t.co/Mp2XkNJx4v