London Liberal Democrats launch Fairer Fares Campaign
Submitted by webmaster on Tue, 31/01/2012 - 21:49
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From Caroline Pidgeon, Leader of the Liberal Democrats on the London Assembly
If you're a regular user of London's public transport like myself, it's hard to remember a day when everything worked smoothly. The bus you needed turned up as soon as you arrived at the stop; you actually managed to get a seat on the train or the tube; and everything was running to time! Whilst we all feel frustrations every day, we are paying considerably to use our transport network and yet the fares system is basically outdated and designed for 9 to 5 commuters.
Council freezes tax for second year
Submitted by webmaster on Wed, 04/01/2012 - 22:06
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Lib Dem councillors in Kingston are proposing a Council Tax freeze for the second year running.
Kingston's market leads the way
Submitted by webmaster on Fri, 30/12/2011 - 00:00
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Kingston’s marketplace has been voted one of the country’s best places to shop, after recent improvements by Kingston Council.
With the removal of traffic, the installation of the popular fountain and a greater variety of stalls and events, Kingston came second in Google’s Streetview 2011 Best Shopping Street in Britain.
Building starts on new school and health centre
Submitted by webmaster on Thu, 22/12/2011 - 00:00
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Major investment in Surbiton’s health and education begins. MP Edward Davey and councillors Bob Steed, Yogan Yoganathan, Liz Green and Malcolm Self, at the groundbreaking.
Cycling safety opposed - by Conservative Arbour
Submitted by webmaster on Wed, 21/12/2011 - 00:00
Kingston’s GLA Member, Tony Arbour,was one of 11 Conservatives on the Greater London Authority who shocked cycling and road safety groups by preventing a debate on improving safety for London’s cyclists. The debate was called after a record 16 cyclists were killed on London streets in 2011, but couldn’t go ahead when the entire Conservative Group walked out.
Campaigning to keep Kingston safe
Submitted by webmaster on Sun, 18/12/2011 - 20:44
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Local Lib Dem candidate, Munira Wilson (left) meets MP Edward Davey and former Met Police commander, Brian Paddick, at Kingston’s CCTV centre – a key part of the local fight against crime
Coombe Vale by-election result
Submitted by webmaster on Fri, 16/12/2011 - 00:58
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Sadly, Liberal Democrats did not win in the Coombe Vale by-election. The Conservatives held both seats, with Labour in third place.
Conservatives: 1340 and 1308
Liberal Democrats: 908 and 778
Labour: 526 and 502
Green: 122 and 108
CPA: 94 and 76
UKIP: 70
Transport for London finally agree the proposals for Tolworth Greenway
Submitted by webmaster on Thu, 01/12/2011 - 13:19
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Tolworth and Hook Rise Liberal Democrat Councillors have recently received the news that, after more than two years, Transport for London has finally agreed to exciting proposals for the Tolworth Greenway, which were selected as one of the Mayor’s Great Spaces within London.
Top Lib Dems flood in to support Rupert and Kamala
Submitted by webmaster on Mon, 28/11/2011 - 16:38
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Last weekend saw six leading Liberal Democrats lend their support to Kamala Kugan and Rupert Nichol in the Coombe Vale by-election.
On Sunday Lib Dem Deputy Leader, Simon Hughes MP, returned to his New Malden roots to campaign with Rupert and Kamala. Simon’s father and aunt used to live in Coombe Vale ward and Simon has been a regular visitor to the area.
Supporting apprentices in small businesses
Submitted by webmaster on Fri, 18/11/2011 - 00:00
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Thanks to Liberal Democrats in the Coalition Government, apprenticeships have reached record highs in the academic year 2010/11. More than 440,000 learners started an apprenticeship last year, which is an increase of 50% compared to the year before.
By-election called in Coombe Vale
Submitted by webmaster on Sat, 05/11/2011 - 22:33
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Update: A second Conservative councillor, James White, has resigned in Coombe Vale, so there will be a double by-election on 15th December.
Conservative Robert John Tasker has resigned as Coombe Vale Councillor triggering a by-election that will take place on 15th December.
Residents in that ward have until 30th November to get on the register to be able to vote.
Pupil Premium - Liberal Democrats announce extra money for local schools
Submitted by webmaster on Mon, 17/10/2011 - 21:29
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Liberal Democrats have always believed that education is the engine of social mobility, now we are making it happen! Last week the Government released the final Pupil Premium figures for every English local authority, constituency and school. Every school this year will receive an extra £488 for each child on free school meals they have on their roll.
‘werenotallbinthistogether’ Pickles’ bin plan
Submitted by webmaster on Mon, 10/10/2011 - 18:45
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The Lib Dem Administration has trashed Tory Eric Pickles’ plans to re-instate weekly bin collections. Voicing continued frustration at the slap in the face for localism Council Leader, Derek Osbourne said:
Liberal Democrats win Surbiton Hill by-election!
Submitted by webmaster on Fri, 16/09/2011 - 06:57
Congratulations to John Ayles on his election to the Council, in the by-election in the Surbiton Hill ward.
John gained a majority of 102 over the Conservatives, which was a swing of 3% to the Liberal Democrats.
Lib Dems take North Kingston school fight to government - sign the petition
Submitted by webmaster on Tue, 13/09/2011 - 21:00
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The coalition government has agreed extra funding for new schools for local councils with a shortage of school places – including Kingston.
Sign our petition asking for the Secretary of State to give the go-ahead.
