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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.

Have your Say - fill in our new Alperton Residents Survey

Brent Lib Dems are running a new survey to understand priorities of the local residents - both new and existing.

New Tower Blocks in Alperton

Cllr Anton Georgiou, the leader of the Liberal Democrats group on Brent Council, made the following representation at a recent meeting of the planning committee to highlight the failures of Brent Council to listen to concerns by local residents.

Construction work to restart on halted housing project at York Rise, Orpington

Bromley Council have agreed to spend an additional £4.8 million to finish construction at the York Rise development near Orpington Station after the contractors originally appointed have gone into administration. 

Bromley Council Sells Civic Centre Site

The regeneration of the old Civic Centre provided a once-in-a-generation opportunity to transform this site to deliver housing, public services and recreational amenities local people need. 

Campaign to clear up Billy Fury Way hits the headlines

Cllr Janet Grauberg’s campaign to clear up Billy Fury Way hit the headlines in January with a report in the Daily Mail.

Cllr Nancy Jirira stands up for tenants affected by heating breakdowns

Thousands of tenants on Camden’s council estates have had problems with their heating this winter.

Croydon Liberal Democrats Announce their Parliamentary Candidates for the 4 Croydon Constituencies

The Liberal Democrats have selected their four candidates for the forthcoming General Election.

Council tax bombshell

Croydon's Conservative Mayor and 33 councillors have voted for the biggest Council Tax rise in Britain - a massive 15% increase.

Ealing Lib Dems Budget Amendment Focuses On More Front Line Services

Ealing Lib Dems priorities focus on improving the community across the borough.

Dangerous wall collapses in Hanger Hill after eighteen months of delay!

Ealing Liberal Democrats are appalled at danger to public safety.

Kirstie Shedden selected as Shooters Hill by-election candidate

Our local party chair, Kirstie, has been selected as the Lib Dem candidate for the election on 26 June.

Kieran Edwards selected as Eltham Town & Avery Hill by-election candidate

Local campaigner Kieran Edwards has been selected as the Lib Dem candidate for Eltham Town & Avery Hill by-election

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 declares No Confidence in Thames Water

Following a Liberal Democrat motion, Haringey Council has unanimously declared no confidence in Thames Water. It also committed the council to requesting that the government place Thames Water into special administration.

Comment: Forest Bikes expansion

Lib Dems in Haringey have been calling for the introduction and expansion of these e-bike trials for many years, and it is good to see the council pushing ahead.

Harrow shows its strength in unity 

Potential disruption in Harrow 7th August 2024

Call for peace, calm and respect in these turbulent times.

Fairer Income for Carers

Hillingdon’s Lib Dems call for Carers’ Minimum Wage as vacancies spiral to 766

Hillingdon Levelling Up?

The second round of the national Levelling Up fund was allocated today. Did Hillingdon benefit from this fund in any way?

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.

Liberal Democrats set out challenge to Labour in Islington

Islington's Liberal Democrats have launched their General Election campaign with a call to back the party's plans for a fairer deal for Islington.

Islington campaigner, Rebecca Taylor, is calling for stronger action on bike crime in the borough

Rebecca, the Liberal Democrat candidate in the Hillrise council by-election on 2 May, is a keen cyclist who has cycled to work in London for many years. She supports active travel policies that make it easier for people to walk or cycle around London.

65% of people don't trust the Conservative Party

YouGov found that only 10% of people believe that the Conservative Party is trustworthy. The scandals and the sleaze have left us all disillusioned.

What's the real price of a quick takeaway?

The explosion of bike deliveries in the last few years has placed a strain on those areas close to participating restaurants.

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.

Statement on Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II

With the sad passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, Kingston Liberal Democrats join residents across the Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames in this time of mourning, and our thoughts are with the Royal Family at this time.

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.

Former Labour Mayor of Lambeth joins Liberal Democrats

A former Labour Mayor of Lambeth has today joined the Liberal Democrats.

Rapid increase of HMO developments in Catford

Many of you may have asked yourselves why there has been such a rapid increase in the development of HMOs in Catford. It is as a result of Lewisham Council confirming a non-immediate Article 4 Direction for Lewisham's southern wards.

Lewisham Liberal Democrats response to the TfL consultation on changes to the South Circular

We broadly welcome the proposals. Although it will be an expensive development, the proposals increase the amount of public space and would make the centre of Catford more attractive. We have submitted the following recommendations to TfL's consultation.

Wimbledon MP: “Labour has given up on Merton”

Labour repeatedly failed to defend Wimbledon police station during key consultations. Merton is about to be left with no police front counters after the local Labour leadership took no action until closures were already decided.

Merton women left behind: Lib Dems slam Labour failure on breast cancer screening

Last night, Merton Labour blocked Lib Dems’ Women’s Health Strategy, despite Merton remaining the only borough in Southwest London without a breast cancer screening centre.

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.

TD visits Southwark to campaign for Irish candidates

TD visits Southwark to campaign for Irish candidates

Liberal Democrats announce plan to freeze council tax for poorest, whilst Labour spend £1.4 million on consultants

Southwark Liberal Democrats will tonight table their alternative budget for Southwark Council – which among other measures includes a cost of living package that would freeze council tax for those most struggling. 

Luke Taylor MP sets out questions for Motspur Park Gasholders Developer

Luke Taylor MP sets out questions for Motspur Park Gasholders Developer

Sutton and Cheam MP launches “Summer Health Survey” in fight for local NHS

Luke Taylor MP's NHS survey has launched.

Lib Dems call for two month cancer treatment guarantee to support patients in Richmond upon Thames

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.

Richmond Lib Dem Council calls on housing associations: invest in improving existing homes as well as new development

Richmond’s Liberal Democrat Council administration has launched a five-point plan calling on housing associations to address disrepair and invest in upgrades to social housing.

Labour Budget Fails to Fill Brexit Black Hole

For the second Budget in a row, the Government has failed to take the bold action needed to grow the economy and tackle the cost of living crisis.

Our Plan to Halve Your Energy Bills

Liberal Democrat Leader Ed Davey has set out bold plans to tackle soaring energy bills and end fuel poverty.

What's at the end of the A3 corridor of LibDem wins? Wandsworth

A thread of recent success in the local elections follows a familiar line: the A3 road

Londoners waiting 3 hours for police to respond to emergencies

Appalling delays revealed by LibDem Assembly member

Ban the Blocklists

Edward Lucas stands up to a sinister government ban on outside experts with critical views.

1,238,858 anti-social behaviour incidents go unattended in London in just four years

In 2022 alone, 163,226 incidents of anti-social behaviour in London went unattended by a police officer.