Around London

Trump-proof the BBC Petition

The BBC is under attack from Trump and his cronies like Farage. We must defend our national broadcaster against those who want to destroy it.

Lib Dems across London call for better policing.

Government refuses to acknowledge "outrageous" Met Police cuts in London.

Explainer: Controlled Parking Zones in Alperton

When we are out talking to residents or reading your emails — concerns around over-parking are one of the most common complaints.

Lib Dems tell Labour to Stop Messing Up Brent

A Lib Dem Motion at the Council Meeting in July 2025 challenges Brent Council to start tackling the public concern about the dirty state of Brent streets and public spaces.

Foodbank Christmas Visit by Lib Dem Councillors

Councillors Sam Webber & Julie Ireland met with Bromley Foodbank at their final session before Christmas, at their hub in central Bromley.

Four-hour A&E waiting times at risk in Bromley

The government is dropping its pledge to meet the four-hour A&E waiting times target by the end of this Parliament.

Aarti Wadhwani discusses her recent visit to Streets Kitchen

Aarti Wadhwani reflects on her and Councillor Janet Grauberg's visit to Streets Kitchen in January, and what they both learned from the experience.

What a load of rubbish! Reflections on rubbish & recycling in West Hampstead

Councillor Janet Grauberg has outlined her thoughts on the current state of the rubbish and recycling services in West Hampstead, and what she and the Camden Liberal Democrats are doing to fix it.

Christmas Bookstall in Crystal Palace raises money for Crisis

Last Saturday saw the annual Christmas Fair take place at St John the Evangelist on Sylvan Road, with a big community turnout in spite of the blustery wind and rain.

Cllr Claire Bonham backs community campaign for safer crossing in Upper Norwood

A community campaign for a safer crossing in Upper Norwood was backed by Croydon Council last night, as a local councillor and residents put the case for action to be taken.

Save Ealing’s Children’s Centres, say Liberal Democrats

Lib Dems appalled at these reduced front-line services for residents and children.

Lib Dems call for Parks Councillor to resign over Lammas Park SuDS scandal

Ealing Liberal Democrats have issued an open letter (attached) requesting that Councillor Paul Driscoll resign over the lack of progress on the Lammas Park SuDS project.

Lib Dem campaigners speaking to residents

It’s been a busy few months for Greenwich Borough Lib Dem campaigners.

More broken promises from Greenwich Council

Green Garth put up for sale without the promised consultation

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.

Stop playing games with Hammersmith Bridge!

Fulham Lib Dem Jelena Sarmo demands action over Hammersmith Bridge.

Blaise Baquiche running for Chelsea & Fulham

MP candidate vows to restore trust for Chelsea & Fulham.

Are carers in Haringey missing out on support?

Money Saving Expert accuses Haringey Council of sharing misleading information on its website which could lead to unpaid carers missing out on financial support

‘Shocking’ safeguarding crisis in Haringey

Haringey Lib Dems have condemned “shocking” safeguarding failures at Haringey Council, as the Local Government Ombudsman revealed that the council had over 1100 emails left unread in its social work inbox, including over 500 police welfare reports.

Defacing graves is unacceptable

The Harrow LibDems are shocked by the news that Muslim graves were defaced in Carpenders Park Cemetery.

The other side of Caregiving

NHS Falling Apart Under the Tories

40,594 people in Hillingdon waited more than four hours in A&E last year

Government letting Hillingdon "grind to a halt" as 306,758 on NHS waiting lists

There are 306,758 incomplete patient pathways on a waiting list in North West London - the equivalent of 108 per 1,000 patients Local Lib Dems accuse the government of letting NHS North West London “grind to a halt”

Isleworth Action Day - Saturday 7th March

The Hounslow Liberal Democrat team will be campaigning alongside our friends from Richmond Council to win in Isleworth.

Hounslow Lib Dems Launch Residents’ Survey Ahead of May Elections

The Hounslow Liberal Democrats have officially launched a comprehensive residents' survey to identify the key issues facing the borough prior to the local council elections on Thursday, 7th May.

PRESS RELEASE: Islington Lib Dems demand Emily Thornberry votes against disability benefits cuts, as rebellion brews

Our recent press release demands that, as rebellion brews, Emily Thornberry must vote against cuts to disability benefits.

Islington Liberal Democrats Launch Spring Survey

Since the general election, many people have been disappointed to see bills continuing to rise and the promises made by Labour before the election being quietly abandoned. This is not the change we were promised—and it’s not the change people need.

Blaise Baquiche for Chelsea & Fulham

Blaise Baquiche has been selected by members to stand for Chelsea & Fulham at the next General Election

RBKC Lib Dems urge air action

Our Borough has some of the most polluted air in London. Lib Dems challenge the Conservative-run Council and Labour Mayor to act.

Lib Dems Win in Delayed New Malden Village Election

Liberal Democrats in New Malden Village have thanked local residents after they backed the team of Mark Durrant, Lesley Heap and Robert Kim in the delayed election.

Liberal Democrats' Historic Win on Kingston Council

Liberal Democrats in Kingston have thanked local residents after securing their best ever result, holding control of Kingston Council, electing 41 out of 45 councillors to work hard for local residents on the Council covering all but one ward in the Borough.

Lib Dems Reject Labour's Sham Budget Consultation

The Liberal Democrats have criticised Labour Lambeth's consultation on the budget for 2026/27 as a way to gain apparent consent for cuts without giving the public the information it needs to make an informed choice.

ED DAVEY WELCOMES FORMER LABOUR MAYOR AS LIB DEMS TURN THEIR SIGHTS ON THE RED WALL

On Saturday the Liberal Democrats welcomed Councillor Tina Valcarcel, former Labour Mayor of Lambeth, as she was officially announced as the party’s candidate in Vauxhall ward. Party Leader Sir Ed Davey was joined by Lib Dems from Lambeth & across London.

Lewisham Council has failed to control fly-tipping…. this is how the Liberal Democrats would fix it

Lewisham had 92 items of recorded fly-tipping per 1000 people in our borough, making it us the 4th from bottom for fly-tipping of the 32 London Boroughs.

Mike Martin MP speaks to Lewisham Lib Dems about international affairs

Mike Martin, MP for Tunbridge Wells and member of the Defence Select Committee, gave a talk to Lewisham Liberal Democrats about defence and foreign policy.

Merton Liberal Democrats unveil their Budget plans

Merton faces a projected £24 million Budget gap by 2029 under Labour Government’s ‘Fair Funding Review’. Merton Liberal Democrats announce Budget plans to support residents and protect key services, including direct support for low-income families.

What Merton Labour isn’t telling you

Council Tax overpayments withheld, funding jeopardised and inflation busting increases: Merton Council facing a £24 million funding gap by 2029/30 following Labour Government’s ‘Fair Funding Review’

Levelling Up Funding Snub for Redbridge

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

Election results 2022: Lib Dem gains mark turning point, says Davey

Liberal Democrat leader Sir Ed Davey has hailed the local election results as a "turning point" for his party's prospects.

Southwark Liberal Democrats bring “six to fix” manifesto to final council meeting

Southwark Liberal Democrats will tonight bring a motion to Council Assembly setting out their plan to “Fix Southwark”, endorsing the priorities in the party’s recently launched local election manifesto.

First step towards making North Dulwich station accessible to all in win for Lib Dem campaign

Last night at a public meeting in Dulwich, it was announced that £70,000 had been secured to carry out a feasibility study to make North Dulwich station step-free. 

“Vital” Sutton Seniors Forum praised for shining a light on older residents’ issues

Bobby Dean, MP for Carshalton & Wallington, attended the Sutton Seniors Forum AGM on 20 March at Sutton Civic Centre, hearing from local residents about the issues that matter most to them.

Down's Syndrome families shouldn’t have to fight for the right support

Bobby Dean, MP for Carshalton & Wallington, joined families and volunteers at the brilliant ‘Get on Downs’ community event on 25 March to celebrate World Down Syndrome Day.

Lib Dem Council supports new “Library of Things” at Patch Twickenham

Richmond’s Lib Dem Council has joined forces with Library of Things and Twickenham co-working space Patch (42 York Street) to open the borough’s first branch of the “Library of Things” social enterprise.

Richmond Lib Dem Council Gets Tough on Fly Tipping With Increased Fines of up to £1,000

Richmond’s Liberal Democrat Council is introducing heavier penalties for anyone caught fly-tipping in the borough.

Lower Bills, Cleaner Rivers – Lib Dem Plan

Shockingly, a quarter of every bill never reaches the pipes – it just pays off Thames Water’s massive debt.

Illegally Parked Car and Caravan on Norlington Road

Several residents have contacted us to see if anything can be done about the car and caravan that have been illegally parked without license plates on the corner of Norlington Road and Richmond Road for weeks.

General Election Launch with special guest Nick Clegg

You are invited to the launch of the Putney general election campaign - this Friday 14 June

Mark Lejman chosen to stand in West Putney by-election

Local resident and Wandsworth Lib Dems chair to stand for his home council seat.

Lib Dems call for two month cancer treatment guarantee to support patients in London

The Liberal Democrats have called for a new legal right for cancer patients to start treatment within 62 days of an urgent referral, as part of a plan to boost survival rates and improve treatment for those affected by the disease.

Cities of London and Westminster Conservative MP votes to cover up school concrete crisis

Cities of London and Westminster Conservative MP, Nickie Aiken, has today voted against a parliamentary motion which would have forced the government to publish key information on the RAAC crisis.