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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.

Churchill Theatre Site – Sale and Redevelopment Confirmed

After months of secrecy, Bromley's Conservative Executive Committee has finally admitted that they are going to dispose of the freehold of the Theatre and Library so it can be redeveloped.

Beckenham MP Bob Stewart found guilty of a racially aggravated public order offence

Conservative MP for Beckenham, Bob Stewart has today been found guilty of a racially aggravated public order offence when he told an activist to “go back to Bahrain” in December 2022. He has been fined £600 plus costs.

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.

Our Greenwich Peninsula candidates' concerns for the area

Pollution in The Peninsula

Thank you to our candidates and supporters

CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL THOSE WINNING LIBERAL DEMOCRATS FROM ACROSS THE UK WHO ARE TURNING THE TIDE

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.

Lib Dems push forward in Tottenham by-election

For the second successive by-election, Haringey Liberal Democrats are celebrating success after more than doubling their share of the vote in Hermitage & Gardens.

Haringey Council dodges scrutiny on Finsbury Park decision

Haringey Council has been accused of using a technicality in order to agree a contract which will rent out Finsbury Park for 5 years without undergoing any scrutiny.

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.

Earl's Court WIN at 2022 local elections

Cllr. Tim Verboven joins Cllr Linda Wade fighting for Earl's Court.

K&C Lib Dems launch petition to stop TFL bus cuts

TfL's plan to cut bus services by up to a fifth will have profoundly negative impacts on the residents of Kensington & Chelsea.

Lambeth Liberal Democrats Announce Chris French as the Parliamentary Candidate for Vauxhall

At the next election, the people of Vauxhall will have the chance to elect Chris French as their Liberal Democrat MP.

Lib Dems: Sinking school places is a sorry state for Lambeth pupils

The Liberal Democrats have expressed their disappointment that 10 percent of Lambeth’s state-funded secondary schools will begin to close this summer.

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."

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.

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Watchdog-Ordered Housing Compensation more than QUADRUPLES in Inner London

Southwark Liberal Democrats: Budget barely touches sides

Bobby Dean: Bottom-of-the-barrel Budget fails to fix the NHS

Lib Dem candidate, Bobby Dean, has slammed the Chancellor’s budget for failing to take action on the crisis in the NHS.

Bobby Dean to speak at the UK River Summit & Festival being held on the River Wandle

Bobby Dean, Liberal Democrat candidate for Carshalton and Wallington, will be speaking at The UK River Summit, which is being held on May 21st 2024 at Morden Hall on the River Wandle.

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. 

No! to Heathrow expansion

Environmental costs and local impact of third runway far outweighs potential economic benefits

Olly Glover, Lib Dem candidate for Tooting

Meet our election candidate

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.