Update on ‘surge testing’ in Woking
Woking's coronavirus 'surge testing' operation is now in its third day.
4 Feb 2021
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Localised ‘surge testing’ to be introduced in parts of Woking
Earlier today, it was announced that a localised 'surge testing' programme will be rolled out in parts of Goldsworth Park, Knaphill and St John's following the identification of a specific variant of coronavirus.
1 Feb 2021
One Jab is Not Enough to Save a Nation
Dale Roberts, who jointly organises the covid support group for Knaphill, St John's and Brookwood, calls for more than a rapid vaccine rollout to support a robust recovery.
1 Feb 2021
Lib Dems Save Pyrford Cricket Club
In December last year, your local Councillor, Graham Chrystie, responding to concerned telephone calls from Andy Grimshaw, immediately left to visit the Cricket Pavilion Club House. And lucky he did. The entire front of the building was bulging out… the roof held up by temporary props. The villagers were right to be concerned.
26 Jan 2021
Dorothy Buckrell - A tribute from old friends
When Sandy and I first joined the Liberals in 1982 the most charismatic and indeed successful local politician was Dorothy Buckrell who has died after fighting cancer for five years. A Byfleet stalwart, she was our County Councillor for 14 years. Just as importantly she was a tremendous recruiter for the party, somebody who succeeded and was for many a role model.
TK
21 Jan 2021
Independent review slams Woking Borough Council
Earlier this month Woking Borough Council agreed to implement all the recommendations of an independent review into the decisions and Council processes behind the Woking Football Club development.
17 Jan 2021
Lib Dems demand £1,000-a-year boost for 1,250 carers in Woking
The Lib Dems are calling on the Government to raise Carer's Allowance by £1,000 a year to help support 1,250 unpaid carers in Woking during the coronavirus pandemic.
17 Jan 2021
Lib Dems call for teachers to be vaccinated to protect them against coronavirus
The Lib Dems have called for teachers to be vaccinated against covid after the Government admitted schools were the epicentre of high community transmission.
16 Jan 2021
The Government should not forget about the homeless in the pandemic
Lib Dem Councillor Will Forster and the York Road Project has written to the Government calling for those working with homeless people to be treated as a priority group in the coronavirus vaccination programme.
16 Jan 2021
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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
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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