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Senior London Lib Dems call for “decisive action” after attempted antisemitic attack in North London.

Responding to the news of an attempted arson attack at the Finchley Reform Synagogue in the early hours of Wednesday 15th April,...

Reasons why you should vote for the Liberal Democrats on 7th May

With the May elections just weeks away, the Liberal Democrats in Barnet have a unique opportunity to break through and get our hardworking local candidates elected.

Bexley roads are worsening

Our Roads Are Getting Worse - and Residents Deserve Straight Answers

Pressure mounts on housing in Bexley

Government data reveals depth of housing crisis in Bexley

Budget 2026: Fix the Basics. Invest in the Frontline.

Our alternative budget proposals for 2026-27 set out a clear alternative to Labour.

Community Policing in Brent

Everyone deserves to feel safe where they live. Despite repeated promises from the Labour Mayor of London, community policing in Brent continues to suffer.

Councillors meet Glades Management

Councillors Sam Webber and Julie Ireland recently met with senior management at The Glades Shopping Centre and discussed a range of issues.

Lib Dems Condemn Approval of 19-Storey Tower at 1 Westmoreland Road

Bromley Council’s Development Control Committee has narrowly approved controversial plans for a major development at 1 Westmoreland Road, including a 19-storey tower block.

Parliamentary Spokesperson Katie Mansfield on how we can Revitalise our High Streets

Parliamentary spokesperson for Hampstead and Highgate, Katie Mansfield, chaired the Liberal Democrat working group on High Streets and Town Centres, examining how to revitalise the places at the heart of our communities.

Sir Vince Cable launches Camden Liberal Democrat manifesto

Camden Liberal Democrats launched their manifesto for the 7th May council elections last night (24th March), with former party leader Sir Vince Cable. The manifesto has six key headlines of what a Liberal Democrat council will do if elected...

Crystal Palace renters "ignored" by Croydon Council say Lib Dems

Private renters in Crystal Palace are set to be ignored by Croydon Council, who have just completed a consultation on a private landlord licensing scheme in the borough.

LIB DEMS SAY NO TO 24 HOUR GAMBLING IN THE CRYSTAL PALACE TRIANGLE

Liberal Democrats in Crystal Palace & Upper Norwood have reacted angrily to plans for the Admiral Adult Gaming Centre on Westow Hill in the Triangle to open for 24 hours a day.

Former Liberal Democrat Councillor Nigel Bakhai planning a comeback in Northfield ward in the local elections

Ex Hanwell Broadway Councillor, Liberal Democrat Nigel Bakhai, is part of an experienced team led by himself to fight in the ward of Northfield in the May 7th local elections.

Ealing is second worst for poor food hygiene standards nationwide!

Liberal Democrats are disappointed that Ealing is in the top 3 nationwide.

Enfield Lib Dems pressure council to address dangerous North Circular crossing

Enfield Lib Dem campaigners have been leading pressure on the council to reconsider a pelican crossing on the North Circular in Enfield that is regularly used by schoolchildren.

10,635 patients face 12-hour A&E waits across North London

Analysis by Enfield Liberal Democrats has revealed that 10,635 patients across North London waited more than 12 hours in hospital Accident & Emergency departments in February alone.

Campaigning in West Thamesmead

Joint action day with GBLD and LACRE

Gideon Amos visits Thamesmead

Lib Dem Spokesperson for Housing speaks to RAQ residents

Housing Crisis - Labour Must Act

Hackney's new Labour mayor must build at least double the number of council homes as the last one - say Lib Dems. That’s if she wants to put even a dent in the housing crisis that is driving thousands of long-term Hackney residents out of the borough.

Low-Carbon Businessman fights for Cazenove seat

Campaigner and businessman, Dave Raval is the Liberal Democrat choice for Cazenove ward’s new councillor. The eco-entrepreneur promises to bring fresh vigour and new ideas to the environmental agenda if elected to the Town Hall on January 18th.

Your Local Liberal Democrat Candidates 2026

Nominations are in, here are your local Lib Dem candidates for the local elections on May 7th. If you would like a change and have hardworking councillors that represent you all year round, lend us your vote.

Liberal Democrat Statement: Labour continue to lose ground in Hammersmith & Fulham

The recent resignation of Labour councillors in Hammersmith & Fulham confirms what we’ve been hearing on the doorsteps for months: Labour no longer represents this borough — or the country.

Council resists scrutiny of Finsbury Park contract

Liberal Democrats continue to call for scrutiny of a five-year festival deal, despite negative signals from council legal officers.

SUCCESS! Berkeley Road Footway resurfacing

Footway between Crouch Hall Road and Russell Road APPROVED for resurfacing in the coming financial year

Support for our Iranian residents in Harrow

Unaffordable rent in Harrow

The Harrow LibDems have warned that working families and young people are being “priced out” of Harrow as recent data published by the Office of National Statistics has revealed that the average resident is spending 39.7% of their income on rent.

Hydrotherapy Pool to Close at Northwick Park Hospital

The LibDems are concerned about the closure of Northwick Park Hospital Hydrotherapy Pool

Chair of Harrow LibDems writes to Leader of Conservatives expressing concern over the actions of Susan Hall

The actions of Susan Hall, a Hatch End Councillor, on joining the advisory committee for Restore Britain raises significant concerns. The Chair of the Harrow LibDems has contacted the Leader of the Conservatives.

A Liberal Democrat choice in every Hounslow ward

With the close of nominations for council candidates today, Hounslow Liberal Democrats are pleased to announce that residents in every ward up for election in Hounslow’s council elections will have the opportunity to vote for a Liberal Democrat candidate.

John Howliston 1933-2026

Hounslow Liberal Democrats are sad to report the death on 2nd April 2026 of former councillor John Howliston at the age of 92.

LTN win for Blue Badge holders

Islington Council is finally allowing all Islington resident Blue Badge holders to pass unfined through LTNs

Action needed to save Car Club services in Islington

Islington Liberal Democrats are asking the Mayor of London and Islington Council to step in after car club operator ZipCar announced it is closing its services in London.

We need speed cameras on Warwick Road!

Data uncovered by the Lib Dems shows a shocking level of speeding on Warwick Road, Earl’s Court. Please sign our petition for speed cameras!

Sort out the delivery bikes!

Local Lib Dems are calling for "bike delivery plans" to be required for new Licensing applications in K&C.

Hook & Chessington North By-election result

Congratulations Lorraine Dunstone!

Hook & Chessington North By-election

Lorraine Dunstone - your Lib Dem candidate

"Wedunnit" - desperate Labour photo-op blags Lib Dem successes

“DESPERATE LABOUR EXPOSED” - LIB DEMS CRITICISE CLAIRE HOLLAND’S FIG-LEAF VISIT TO STREATHAM

LIB DEMS DEMAND URGENT ACTION FROM STEVE REED MP OVER LAMBETH’S CASINO LICENCE PLANS

Lambeth’s Labour-controlled Licensing Committee recommended removing the “no casino” rule at its meeting yesterday afternoon. It will go to the Full Council for sign-off next week. We have written to local MP and Sec of State Steve Reed to demand action.

Liberal Democrats Get Things Done

Don't take our word for it, Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch says so. Ed Davey isn't interested in dividing Britain, he want to fix it. Vote Lib Dem on the 7th of May.

Josh Matthews for Mayor

Lib Dems select former councillor and sustainability professional Josh Matthews for Mayor of Lewisham

Wimbledon MP: “Tories have betrayed residents on Wimbledon Park”

Conservative Lord Banner’s amendment, which passed yesterday, weakens legal protections for Wimbledon Park. Paul Kohler MP slams the Conservatives for hypocrisy and failing to stand up for residents.

Merton Liberal Democrats: A Healthier Merton

Only 6 in 10 eligible women in Merton receive breast cancer screening each year - below the national average. Local NHS services are under sustained pressure, with major repair backlogs at St Helier Hospital.

Protect Our High Street - Stop The Street Stalls!

Wanstead Lib Dems call on Labour-run Redbridge Council to stop imposing nine new permanent street stalls from Redbridge Station along the length of our High Street.

Levelling Up Funding Snub for Redbridge

“Disgraceful” Levelling Up snub ignores community in the London Borough of Redbridge

Thousands of homes fail “Decent Homes Standard” in Southwark, new survey finds

A new stock condition survey has found that 10% of Southwark’s council homes fail to meet the Government’s Decent Homes Standard, raising fresh concerns about housing conditions across the borough.

Liberal Democrats call for council tax freeze for most vulnerable as residents set to pay almost £2,000

Southwark Liberal Democrats have re-affirmed their manifesto commitment to freeze council tax for those most struggling, as the council tax rise agreed by Southwark Labour councillors comes into force from April. 

With youth unemployment at a record high, we are failing the next generation

In Parliament, I highlighted the escalating crisis of youth unemployment, now approaching one million. It is at its highest level in a decade, above the EU average, and has become a distinctly British problem that has worsened under this Government.

To tackle fraud properly, Big Tech must play its part

In Parliament this week, I brought back to the House an issue I have raised before: fraud.

Tower Hamlets Lib Dems join MP at Chinese Embassy Protest

Local Campaigners Seb Villars & Guy Benson joined Bobby Dean MP

Labour’s cuts to PCSOs in Wapping

Labour have let down St Katharine’s & Wapping

Labour Slashes £45 Million from Richmond!

Richmond Council is set to lose £45 million every year under Labour’s plans to 'fix' local finances. That’s the biggest cut in London – even though Richmond is the only outer London borough hit.

Lib Dems Slam Met Plan to Close Local Police Front Counters

Twickenham and Richmond Lib Dems have slammed Met Police's front counters closure at Twickenham Police Station. Cllr Gareth Roberts, London Assembly Member for the South West Constituency, has launched a petition calling on the Mayor to keep them open.

Tackling the School Wars Phenomenon

A wave of TikTok-fuelled posts has recently encouraged school pupils to organise fights between schools, using slang borrowed from US gang culture. Actual incidents appear limited, but the trend is worrying.

Rents Rise While Repairs Go Unfixed

Many social housing tenants are telling us they are facing long waits for repairs – which often aren’t done properly even when they finally happen.

Safe Homes campaign launched in response to Burke Close gas explosions

After a shocking explosion in Roehampton and a damning safety report, we’ve launched a petition demanding urgent action from Wandsworth Council.

“Stick to your word,” Liberal Democrats urge Labour MPs on pension compensation

MPs for Battersea, Putney and Tooting previously pledged their support to WASPI women

Season’s Greetings from everyone at the Marylebone Liberal Democrats! 🎄

We would like to wish all residents a very healthy, happy and peaceful festive season, whether you are celebrating Christmas, Chanukah, or simply enjoying some well-earned rest with family, friends and loved ones.

Marylebone Liberal Democrats Respond to the 2025 Budget

Labour’s mansion tax is expected to have a noticeable effect in Marylebone, including for some older residents on fixed incomes. This article considers what the changes could mean for the neighbourhood.