The Liberal Democrat Home Affairs spokesperson is the spokesperson for the Liberal Democrats on matters relating to the work of the Home Secretary and Home Office. The office holder is a member of the Liberal Democrat frontbench team. The post exists when the Liberal Democrats are in opposition, but not when they in government, for example during the Cameron–Clegg coalition.
The position is also sometimes called the Liberal Democrat shadow home secretary.[1][2]
Spokespersons for the Liberal Democrats on Home Affairs in the House of Lords:
Liberal Democrat shadow home secretary Chris Huhne said introducing the security measures was "sad" but "necessary".
Liberal Democrat shadow home secretary Brian Paddick says amendments to the policing and crime bill "are common sense measures that work for victims".
home affairs spokesman Mark Oaten stay in their top posts.
Alastair Carmichael, Oaten's deputy, will take over from him as home affairs spokesman temporarily.
The Liberal Democrat General Election Cabinet comprises of:... Home Affairs - Lynne Featherstone
Alistair Carmichael MP Shadow First Secretary of State; Lord Brian Paddick Shadow Secretary of State for the Home Department
The Liberal Democrats' home affairs spokesman, Brian Paddick, has resigned from his post, citing concerns about the party leader's views.