Since learning of Paddy Ashdown's death last night people have been taking to social media to share their memories of this incredible man.
We've collected a few of those memories of Paddy from members, supporters and the public at large here. You can also share your memories of Paddy and add your name to the book of condolence here: www.libdems.org.uk/book-of-condolence-paddy-ashdown
Earlier this evening, Paddy Ashdown, former leader of the Liberal Democrats passed away following a short illness.
Our thoughts are with Jane and Paddy's family this evening.
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 Paddy.
Wolverhampton Lib Dems have just learned of the death of former Lib Dem leader Paddy Ashdown after a short illness. Paddy led the party with distinction to become a force to be reckoned with in national politics. The Wolverhampton party offer their condolences to Paddy's family and friends at this difficult time.
Throughout 2018, Jeremy Corbyn has refused to fight this chaotic, disastrous Brexit.
He has pulled his punches on this Brexit mess. He has let Theresa May off the hook in key votes. He has resisted calls within his own party for a People's Vote. His weak opposition has helped the Conservatives get this far.
A poll of 5043 British adults was conducted by You Gov for the People's Vote campaign between December 12-14 December 2018.
For most of this year, polls have shown remain ahead of leave, typically by four to six points. But the poll now suggests that if a referendum was held between staying in the EU and leaving on the terms that the government has negotiated, staying enjoys an 18-point lead: 59-41%.
With the end of year fast approaching I wanted to take the opportunity to let you know of some of the achievements of the Brexit campaign.
A year ago, less than 20% of the British people wanted a final say - now a majority of the public want to have their say
For more than two years, the Liberal Democrats have been leading the fight on Brexit - and this year we've been running our largest ever campaign outside of an election. And it's working - a year ago, less than 20% of the British people wanted a final say - now a majority of the public want to have their say.
The NHS can't recruit the doctors and nurses it needs. Families are separated by complex visa requirements. People without documents are denied access to healthcare and housing. Decades of incompetence and cruelty by Labour and Tory Home Secretaries has shattered confidence in the system.
The Liberal Democrats demand better. We demand a more effective and compassionate immigration system. A system that works for our economy and treats migrants and asylum seekers with dignity.
Last night the Liberal Democrats tabled a cross-party motion of no confidence in the Conservative Government.
The Liberal Democrats have led the fight to give the people the final say on Brexit for two years.
Meanwhile Jeremy Corbyn has helped the Conservatives deliver Brexit. The motion of no confidence could remove one of Corbyn's last excuses not to back a People's Vote.
It means that we have now secured a number of important changes to the Bill, including:
Creating exemptions to the new offence of "entering or remaining in a designated area" so that it doesn't apply to aid workers, journalists, people visiting ill relatives or those attending funerals.
Protecting journalism and academic research from the new offence of accessing terrorism-related material online.
Requiring the Government to commission an independent review of the Prevent strategy.
Limiting new powers to detain people at ports and airports to cases involving national security.
