Former High Representative in Bosnia, Lord Paddy Ashdown, dies

"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," said Vince Cable, the current leader of the party in the United Kingdom. 24.05.2018. 01.01.2018. Lord Ashdown served in the Royal Marines from 1959 until 1972 and later joined UK Foreign Office for four years. He was first elected to office in 1983. Five years later he was elected