Are the oldschool Acid Techno guys still making music?
yes, although their output is a little subdued at the moment after distro problems

Is the squat/underground scene sill going strong? What sort of music is being played at the parties?
by all accounts yes it is. still a complete mixture of styles, from d'n'b to straight up acid

Is anyone stepping up to take over the ambassador duties so Chris Liberator can kick back in the barco and get some rest?
NEVER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!