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Finchley Church End By-Election

James Goldman has been chosen to be the Lib Dem candidate in the Finchley Church End by-election.

In memoriam: Gerry FitzGerald

Our former local party Chair, Gerry FitzGerald, recently passed away. We pay tribute to a much-loved and longstanding party member who gave much and asked for little.

Dental crisis: Fewer than 3 in 10 patients in Bromley have been seen by an NHS dentist in past two years

The number of people who’ve seen an NHS dentist in Bromley has plummeted in recent years, shocking new figures uncovered by the Liberal Democrats have revealed

Lib Dems Condemn ULEZ Camera Vandalism

More traffic lights with ULEZ cameras have been cut down in Bromley - this time in Orpington at the busy junction of Court Road and Cray Avenue. The Lib Dems condemn the vandalism, the serious risk it causes to all road users and the cost to public funds.

Dr Sarah Hoyle, Liberal Democrat Candidate in the Frognal Ward by-election.

The Camden Liberal Democrats have selected local champion, Dr Sarah Hoyle to stand the the upcoming Frognal by-election.

Camden Lib Dems pass London motion "A Fair Deal for Musicians"

Camden Liberal Democrats this passed a motion at London regional conference as we launch our campaign to save the Future of Music.

Historic Lib Dem win as party surges in polls

Voters in Croydon have backed the Liberal Democrats in last week's council elections, with over 35,000 votes for our candidates across the borough.

Cllr Claire Bonham: My first two months

It’s been a whirlwind couple of months since the declaration in Trinity School – a lot of my initial time has been put into understanding the various roles and responsibilities of the council, which is very different when you are on the inside to the outside!

Low Traffic Neighbourhoods

We welcome the prospect of wider and more meaningful consultation. 

The London Cycling Campaign

The London Cycling Campaign kicked off their #ClimateSafeStreets event in Greenwich over the weekend, to raise awareness and showcase support for their 5th May local election asks.

Election 2023: A Manifesto to Shake it Up!

Lib Dem candidate, Simon de Deney launches his manifesto, promising bold action on Housing, Green Spaces and stronger Local Democracy.

Simon de Deney for Hackney Mayor

Stoke Newington resident, writer and actor, Simon de Deney is the Liberal Democrat candidate for the vacant Hackney mayoralty in the by-election on November 9th.

Haringey Lib Dems call for emergency ban on no-fault evictions over Christmas as 175 families put at risk of homelessness

Haringey Liberal Democrats are calling for an emergency ban on no-fault evictions over the Christmas period, as figures show 175 families in the borough were put at risk of homelessness as a result of Section 21 notices.

Haringey Opposition challenge leisure decision over value for money

Liberal Democrats in Haringey have ‘called-in’ a council decision to start running leisure centres in-house.

The Lib Dems in Harrow and the wider world

Why I support the Lib Dems by Derek Hill

A BRIGHT FUTURE FOR THE LIBERAL DEMOCRATS by Philip Levy

The last few years have been, admittedly, difficult for the LibDems. We had to cancel two autumn conferences, one due to Covid, and the other when the Queen died. And many still blame us for the coalition – not noticing what has gone on subsequently.

Donate function available again!

After transitioning to a new website, we can now make use of our donate function again.

Ruislip, Northwood and Pinner Appoints Parliamentary Spokesperson

Ruislip, Northwood and Pinner Liberal Democrats have announced the appointment of Ian Rex Hawkes as the Parliamentary Spokesperson for the constituency.

Most heartfelt condolences to family and friends of Labour Cllr Liam Jarnecki

Lib Dems call for rail fare freeze as Lambeth’s residents face 9% price hike next year

The Liberal Democrats have called for rail fares to be frozen for the next 5 years after new figures show that Retail Prices Index (RPI) inflation in July reached 9%. This is the figure normally used to increase rail fares from next March.

St Helier hospital investment urgently needed

Analysis of NHS Digital data shows that one in seven (15%) hospital buildings in England were built before the foundation of the NHS in 1948. Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust, which runs St Helier hospital, is one of the worst affected.

Wimbledon Park station lift

London's Mayor is under fire as new figures show a staggering rise in the number of lift closures on the Underground network due to a lack of trained staff - with Wimbledon Park being the second worst performing station on the network.

Lib Dems launch petition to save Southwark’s last police front counter

Southwark Liberal Democrats have launched a petition to save Walworth Police Station’s front counter, warning that its closure would leave the borough without any place where residents can speak to the police in person. 

Southwark Council 3rd Most Complained About in the Country for Housing

Labour-run Southwark Council has once again ranked among the worst local authorities in the country for housing complaints, new figures from the Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman (LGSCO) have revealed. 

Sutton Allotments Reap the Rewards of £12,000 in Grants

Green-fingered residents in Carshalton and Wallington are set to benefit from much-needed water system upgrades, thanks to £12,600 of funding secured from the Neighbourhood Fund.

Roundshaw park set for nearly £100,000 investment

Roundshaw Park in Wallington is set to receive almost £100,000 in upgrades that will make the park more fun and accessible for everyone.

Richmond Council slams Tory economic incompetence as it is forced to raise council tax

High inflation and the government’s approach to local government funding are behind the rise in council tax announced by Richmond Council.

Affordable Homes

Twickenham and Richmond Lib Dems are committed to increasing the supply of affordable housing. 

Waltham Forest Lib Dems announce candidates for 4 July General Election

Waltham Forest Liberal Democrats have announced their candidates for the upcoming general election, scheduled for 4th July 2024.

112% increase in sewage dumps by Thames Water last year

New figures released by the Environment Agency have shown that Thames Water which covers Waltham Forest discharged sewage a staggering 16,990 times last year, a 112% rise compared to in 2022.

Olly Glover, Lib Dem candidate for Tooting

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