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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.

Blue Bag Recycling Woes

Recent changes in the collection of recycling and waste are causing all sort of problems, not least that as the blue bags that are blown all over the place.

1 Westmoreland Road - Planning Permission Refused

Planning permission for the proposed development has been refused by Bromley Council, with reasons including the inappropriate size, overdevelopment of the site and the lack of affordable units

Bromley Council announces £250,000 cuts to Youth Service

The Lib Dems denounce Bromley Council's decision to cut £250,000 from the Bromley Youth Support Programme - "we should be prioritising our young people, not cutting back on them”.

Candidate launches campaign for Holborn & St Pancras by blowing his own trumpet

Our Parliamentary Candidate for Holborn & St Pancras, Charlie Clinton, has launched his campaign to take on Keir Starmer by literally blowing his own trumpet at his launch event in March.

Camden Lib Dems Submit Budget Amendment

The Lib Dem group on Camden council submitted a budget amendment focused on tackling the climate crisis, supporting the homeless, and ensuring more children get access to music education in schools.

Ealing's Local Planning Review

Ealing Liberal Democrats have been galvanising community support to raise concerns about the new proposed Local Plan, which will shape development in the borough for the next decade

Lib Dems welcome change in Policing

Ealing Lib Democrats welcome the news that Ealing Police force is to have a Borough Commander again.

Action Day in Eltham

Greenwich Lib Dem campaigners held a recent Action Day in Eltham

New Events for Spring 2025

Check out our Events page for the latest events coming up.

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 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.

Crisis in Haringey Homes Repairs Service

Liberal Democrats in Haringey have written to the Leader of the Council expressing concern at the administration’s response to a debate on the ongoing crisis in Haringey Council’s repairs to council homes service.

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.

Exempt Blue Badge Holders - Letter to Islington Tribune - Friday 20th January

It was good to see the recent announcement by the executive member for environment, air quality and transport, Rowena Champion, that the council would be extending exemptions to low traffic neighbourhood (LTN) camera filters to certain residents living outside existing LTNs. But why is the process so complicated?

Number 4 Bus is Saved - Thanks to Local Residents and Campaigners

Islington Liberal Democrats are celebrating success in their campaign to save the number 4 bus route after a u-turn by the Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan.

Lambeth Lib Dems Secure Free Access to Leisure Centres for Asylum Seekers

Asylum Seekers living in Lambeth are eligible for 12 months free off-peak access to Active Lambeth leisure facilities, following a successful campaign by Lambeth Liberal Democrats.

Lambeth Liberal Democrats call for measures to protect Waterloo residents from HGVs

Today, Councillor Donna Harris, Leader of the Liberal Democrat Opposition Group on Lambeth Council has called on Lambeth’s Labour Council to take urgent action on the so-called ‘Waterloop’ through Short Street and Ufford Street in Waterloo & South Bank wa

Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II

"We are all deeply mourning the profound loss of a great monarch who served our country so faithfully all her life and who was loved the world over."

Local NHS at BREAKING POINT

Shocking new stats uncovered by the Lib Dems reveal the crisis facing our NHS.

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.

Software Update!

Redbridge has upgraded its email and website software, apologies for the lack of content whilst the team familiarise themselves with this new...

Wheelchair users expected to wait up to 17 years for social housing in Southwark

602 Damp and Mould Complaints in One Year in Southwark – up 21%

An FOI from the Liberal Democrats has revealed that complaints to the Council in relation to damp and mould issues had climbed to 602 in one year – up from 498 in 2022.

Bobby Dean featured as a Green Champion in ENDS Report 2024 Power List

Bobby Dean, the Liberal Democrat candidate for Carshalton and Wallington, has made it onto a list of 50 UK politicians who have had the greatest impact on green issues over the past two years.

Ruth Dombey’s retirement leaves an indelible stamp on Sutton

Ruth Dombey stood down as Leader of Sutton Council at its annual meeting on 20th May 2024, having led the Council for the Liberal Democrats for 12 years and led the party to three successive local election victories.

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.

Action for decent homes

Liberal Democrats want a fair deal for tenants and more access to affordable homes. Southfields campaigner Duncan Lyons has written to Wandsworth...

City of London bike theft faces being ‘decriminalised’ as 82.6% of thefts go unsolved

New analysis commissioned by the Liberal Democrats has revealed that in 2022, 209 bike theft cases in the City of London were closed without a suspect being identified - a shocking 82.6% of total reported cases.