Woking faces greatest threat since Martians from Surrey Super State
Local Councils that provide all services make sense, but not a super state
CAMB
13 Jul 2020
News
Local News
Senior officers' pay at County Council jumps by £10 million
Figures published by Surrey County Council have revealed a huge rise in the cost of senior staff pay in just 12 months.
CWF
9 Jul 2020
What is the state of Woking Council Finances?
Liberal Democrat Leader frustrated at Conservative failure to provide financial information to councillors and public
CAMB
8 Jul 2020
Lib Dems call for greater powers to enable Surrey and Woking Councils to takle carbon emissions
The Lib Dems are calling for greater powers for Surrey County Council and Woking Borough Council to take action on carbon emissions as figures show progress to cut emissions across the UK has stalled since 2016.
CWF
7 Jul 2020
1,496 Woking pupils could benefit from Summer Learning Fund under Lib Dem plans
The Lib Dems have called on the Government to commit to a Summer Learning Fund that would support almost 1,500 disadvantaged children across Woking to get ready for returning to school.
30 Jun 2020
First Liberal Lockdown Podcast Released
We have just released the first episode of our new Liberal Lockdown podcast! Hosts Adam Kirby and Louise McElhinney - two of our 2021 Woking Borough Council candidates - are on a mission to find out how the lockdown has affected people and businesses in and around Woking.
26 Jun 2020
Conservative administration at blame for letting proposal progress
I am very sad for Woking Football Club that planning permission for their much hoped for redevelopment was refused at this week's planning committee. I would have been even sadder if planning permission had been granted. The flawed development plan put forward would have had an unacceptable impact on the local area whilst being in no way guaranteed to give the club the sustainable financial future it needs.
CAMB
25 Jun 2020
Councillor welcomes new developers for Sheer House and highlights the need for a replacement chemist
Liberal Democrat councillor Graham Chrystie has welcomed news that a new developer has been found for Sheer House in West Byfleet.
25 Jun 2020
Football Ground plans rejected by Woking Planning Committee
Last night Woking Council's Planning Committee voted overwhelmingly to refuse plans to build 1,100 flats and a 9,000 capacity stadium at Woking Football Club's ground in Kingfield and Westfield.
24 Jun 2020
National Party News
Windrush Day 2025
77 years ago today, the HMT Empire Windrush docked in Essex - marking the beginning of the Windrush generation’s arrival here in the UK.
20 Jun 2025
LGBT+
Pride Month 2025
So we will keep fighting - until we can finally build a society where everyone is free to be who they are.
ED
1 Jun 2025
LGBT+
International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia
My message to the UK’s LGBTQ+ community is clear - I support you. I stand with you.
CJ
17 May 2025
Home Affairs
Standing Up to Divisive Politics
In the face of divisive and destructive politics, it is more important than ever that the Liberal Democrats continue to offer a liberal alternative.
LS
14 May 2025
Lib Dems Winning
Overtaking the Conservatives
Local Election Results Briefing: Our best ever winning streak
LD
3 May 2025
Lib Dems Winning
Vote Liberal Democrat Today
Every vote for the Liberal Democrats counts. It's a vote to elect a strong local champion, who will fight for a fair deal for you and your community.
LD
1 May 2025
Economy & Business
Ending Trump’s terrible trade war
We have to stand tough against Trump’s tariffs
LD
11 Apr 2025
Latest UK News
Taking on Trump & Farage – and fixing church roofs
Leader's Speech to Spring Conference 2025
ED
23 Mar 2025
Farming & Food
Animal Welfare in the Food System
The Liberal Democrat plan commits to making the UK a global leader in animal welfare through stronger standards, workforce investment, and ethical farming practices.
TF
23 Mar 2025