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Are residents being listened to: Development in Barnet

The Barnet Lib Dems are concerned about planning decisions in our borough.

Jewish community in London under “alarming, disgusting and growing assault”, says Lib Dem London Spokesperson

Jewish community in London under “alarming, disgusting and growing assault”, says Lib Dem London Spokesperson Responding to the...

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.

Cllr Janet Grauberg addresses Camden's concerning figures of women sleeping rough

Cllr Janet Grauberg questioned the Cabinet Member for Better Homes and Homelessness Prevention at the Full Council meeting on Monday 13th July.

Cllr Tom Simon highlights Camden's grave financial outlook

Cllr Tom Simon gave a speech at the council meeting on Monday 13th July.

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.

Ealing Labour failing to keep "at risk" children safe consistently says Ofsted

Ofsted reported Ealing Council urgently to the Department for Education (DfE).

Local Lib Dems Support Plans to Fix Social Care

Ealing's Liberal Democrat spokesperson for Health and Social Services backed moves by Ed Davey to begin cross-party talks on...

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.

Chris Annous' talk on voter perceptions

Our 2024 Greenwich & Woolwich parliamentary candidate presented on how the electorate views the Lib Dems

Campaigning in West Thamesmead

Joint action day with GBLD and LACRE

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.

Fighting for Shepherd's Bush Green

Elsie Gisslegard and Fergus Ustianowski are standing as Liberal Democrat candidates for Shepherd's Bush Green in May's local elections, pledging action on street safety, high street renewal and decent housing for all residents.

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.

2026 Manifesto Launch

After 55 years of a Labour-run council, it’s time for change. Read our manifesto to give Haringey a fresh start.

History made as first ever Lib Dem Mayor is elected

The council now has a Leader and Cabinet from the Green Party, but a deal between the two opposition parties has denied them the chance to "mark their own homework"

Summer BBQ

Abuse from enforcement agents will not be tolerated

We are disgusted that enforcement agents provided by the private sector have been allowed to threaten violence to people in Harrow. Conservative run Harrow Council have serious questions to answer.

Lib Dem Campaigner Joseph Gaunt urges Government to join single market to tackle ‘punishing’ cost of living crisis on local families and businesses

Lib Dem Campaigner Joseph Gaunt has called for a bold new deal with Europe, including joining the single market, to cut the cost of living for local people in Harrow and Hillingdon

Summer BBQ 2026

Our annual Summer BBQ held in Pinner was an opportunity for us to get together and celebrate the hard work and efforts of...

Hounslow Liberal Democrats Urge Government To Join Single Market To Tackle ‘Punishing’ Cost Of Living Crisis On Local Families And Businesses

Liberal Democrat Councillor Roger Crouch has called for a bold new deal with Europe, including joining the single market, to cut the cost of living for local people in Hounslow.

Hounslow Liberal Democrats Call on Ruth Cadbury MP to withdraw support for Starmer

Liberal Democrat councillor for Isleworth Roger Crouch is challenging Brentford and Isleworth’s Labour MP, Ruth Cadbury, to publicly withdraw their support for Prime Minister Keir Starmer and back a leadership contest.

2026 Local Elections: our pledges to you

Islington Liberal Democrats have published their top 10 pledges for the 2026 local elections, building on the manifesto published in 2022.

LTN win for Blue Badge holders

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

LIB DEMS WIN IN EARL'S COURT

Following the 2026 local elections, Earl’s Court, for the first time ever, will be represented by 3 Liberal Democrats, which is the only major change in this election in RBKC.

Campaign update - Post Offices saved!

Post Offices in K&C have been saved thanks to residents' efforts.

General Election 2024 Results

Ed is re-elected!

Hook & Chessington North By-election result

Congratulations Lorraine Dunstone!

July Liberal Democrat Council Wins!

At July’s full Council meeting on 15th July, the Liberal Democrats won votes to improve the lives of Lambeth residents on every motion.

LIB DEMS CHAMPION TENANTS’ RIGHTS ON REPAIRS

The Liberal Democrats will call on Lambeth Council to give decisive new rights to tenants and leaseholders on housing repairs at the Full Council meeting, tonight, Wednesday, 15 July 2026. This fulfils an important manifesto commitment for the party.

Call for Safer E-Bikes after Series of Battery Fires

Lib Dems have renewed calls for better regulation on Lithium-ion batteries. Figures show Lewisham has the highest rate of fires connected to e-bike and e-scooter batteries in London, including one that killed a 12-year old boy.

Restore and Protect Lewisham's Rivers, says Josh

Liberal Democrat activist, Josh Matthews has called for a councils to work together and take action to end the neglect and pollution on local waterways. This comes after critically endangered species were killed in large numbers by a pollution incident.

Merton Lib Dems demand glyphosate-free parks by 2028

Merton Liberal Democrats are calling for an end to the routine use of glyphosate-based herbicides in the borough's parks and open spaces by March 2028, saying the Council must go further and faster to protect nature and public health.

Merton Council to increase cost of living support, after Lib Dem campaign.

Labour-run Merton Council has announced plans to introduced more support for residents on low incomes. This follows a two-year long Liberal Democrat campaign.

Wanstead Labour – Lost in a time Vortex

Why are Labour using 2018 election results in their election literature, swallowed by a time vortex?

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.

Southwark Liberal Democrats warn of £102 million funding black hole as Deputy Leader writes to new Prime Minister

Southwark Liberal Democrats have accused the Labour Government of imposing a new era of austerity on Southwark after the borough was hit with a projected £102 million budget gap over the next three years under the Government's "Fair Funding" plans.

Southwark’s Liberal Democrat Joint Administration announces bold plan to make Southwark affordable, greener, and safer

Southwark's Joint Administration has today formally adopted its four-year ambition for the borough, setting out a programme focused on making Southwark more affordable, safer and greener.

Worcester Park Councillors tackle some myths

The Lib Dem team have responded to misinformation about recent roadworks.

"Frustration" at Worcester Park Thames Water roadworks

Worcester Park Councillors provide update on Thames Water roadworks.

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

Remembering Robin Brown

It is with great sadness that we remember Robin Brown, who passed away following a courageous year-long battle with brain cancer....

Where is Labour's fight to restore Hammersmith Bridge?

This week the Liberal Democrats protested Hammersmith & Fulham council to ask one simple question, where is the fight to restore Hammersmith Bridge?

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.