Hertsmere
General Election hustings got underway at Aldenham School
The several planned General Election hustings got underway at Aldenham School on 10th June.
11 Jun 2024
News
Hertsmere
Emma launches her General Election campaign
Fabulous turnout for Emma's election launch. The nomination papers are now in. Emma is officially our candidate for Hertsmere.
8 Jun 2024
Bushey
North Bushey Litter Pick
Thanks to the volunteers who helped us collect 40 sacks of rubbish at this weekend’s North Bushey community litter pick. The great turnout was a reminder of the wonderful community spirit in North Bushey.
16 Apr 2024
Bushey
Congratulations Friends of King George
Friends of King George receive a Hertsmere Civic Award in recognition of their 27 years of work for the community, in protecting and supporting our wonderful park.
14 Apr 2024
Bushey
Bushey Lib Dem councillors provide funding for village bench
We heard from many residents who were disappointed the bench had been removed from the High Street pavement in Bushey village. Our Lib Dem borough councillors used Ward Improvement Scheme funding to replace the bench.
26 Mar 2024
Radlett
Fight against the rail freight terminal continues
At a meeting in Radlett, Emma Matanle, our parliamentary candidate, heard that the campaign has been granted a judicial review. This new development brings hope to the campaign that halting the development of 300 acres of greenbelt may be possible.
24 Mar 2024
Hertfordshire Lib Dem News
Hertfordshire County
"We cannot commit to meeting our legal requirements" says the Conservative Administration at County Hall
Hertfordshire County Council Conservatives have voted down a Liberal Democrat motion that “the Council believes that the target must be to meet the authority’s statutory obligations”...
19 Jul 2024
Hertfordshire County
New Conservative Police and Crime Commissioner dodges scrutiny
Jonathan Ash-Edwards, the new Police and Crime Commissioner for Hertfordshire (PCC) pulled out of his planned meeting with the county council’s public health and community safety panel in June.
1 Jul 2024
Hertfordshire County
Hertfordshire Lib Dem Councillor asks for a typical school dinner to be served to Councillors
Lib Dem councillor Sandy Walkington has asked for a typical school dinner to be served to councillors at the next full meeting of Hertfordshire County Council.
21 Mar 2024
Hertfordshire County
Huge rise in vehicles damaged by Hertfordshire potholes
It's just not good enough", says an infuriated county councillor - after it emerged that vehicle damage from Hertfordshire potholes has quadrupled in the last three years.
1 Mar 2024
Hertfordshire County
Hertfordshire’s Conservative Council condemned for hoarding £10 million windfall
Hertfordshire’s Conservative council leaders have been condemned for hoarding a £10 million cash windfall, instead of helping children and fixing roads.
15 Feb 2024
Hertfordshire County
Lib Dems propose improvements for children, roads and sustainability – we can do better than the Conservatives' proposals
Hertfordshire Liberal Democrat Councillors will propose cancelling proposed cuts to youth services, additional monies to improve road safety near schools and doing more to tackle flooding problems when the council decides its budget on Tuesday.
12 Feb 2024
UK Lib Dem News
Latest UK News
Black History Month 2024
October is Black History Month - a chance to celebrate the Black British community, acknowledge their contributions and discover their stories.
CJ
17 Oct 2024
Ed Davey's speech to Liberal Democrat Conference
Read Ed Davey's speech to the Liberal Democrats' Autumn Conference in Brighton
17 Sep 2024
Carers
A Fair Deal for Family Carers
Carers are not just support for their loved ones—they are the glue holding our fragile social care system together. They deserve more than token acknowledgements or empty promises.
LD
17 Sep 2024
Environment
The Clean Water Authority
Liberal Democrats believe that everyone has the right to enjoy clean, safe water and unpolluted rivers, lakes, and coastlines. We are committed to ending the national sewage scandal and holding water companies accountable for their environmental impact.
LD
17 Sep 2024
Carers
Reversing the cuts to Bereavement Support Payments
Liberal Democrats have passed new policy to stand up for bereaved families and kinship carers, so more young people can grow up in a loving, stable home.
16 Sep 2024
Supporting the Future of Music
We are committed to tackling the challenges facing our music industry head-on. By doing so, we can maintain the UK’s reputation as a global leader in music, while giving future generations the chance to share in its success.
LD
16 Sep 2024
International Development
Restoring the UK’s Reputation on the World Stage
The Liberal Democrats are committed to rebuilding the trust and compassion that the UK was once known for. We believe that our country has a responsibility to support those in need, no matter where they are in the world.
LD
16 Sep 2024
Home Affairs
Fixing Our Broken Prison System
For too long, years of neglect and mismanagement by the previous Conservative Government have pushed our prison system into a deep crisis.
LD
16 Sep 2024
Latest UK News
Fair Votes Now!
The Liberal Democrats have long championed proportional representation, advocating for a voting system where every vote truly counts. We believe that reforming our electoral system is crucial for a fairer democracy and better governance.
LD
16 Sep 2024
Health, Care & the NHS
Saving our NHS
We believe everyone deserves high-quality healthcare, accessible when and where it’s needed and free at the point of use.
LD
15 Sep 2024
Environment
National Nature Parks
The Liberal Democrats have laid out a bold and ambitious plan to restore the UK’s natural environment and ensure that everyone can access a clean, healthy, and thriving green space.
LD
15 Sep 2024
Cost of living
Standing up for consumers
For many people, Buy Now Pay Later is a useful and convenient solution, offering them flexibility with their purchases. But consumers need stronger protections.
LD
14 Sep 2024