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Government must extend support to protect local jobs, Lib Dems warn

The Lib Dems are urging the Government to continue to furlough support until it is safe and extend support to those who have so far been excluded by the Government.

Lib Dems call for rail fare freeze for Woking commuters

The Lib Dems and I are calling for the annual increase in rail fares to be cancelled, a move which would save commuters in Woking around £55 next year and stop the cost of a Woking to Waterloo season ticket reaching almost £3,500.

Working in Woking?

It's official. The UK is in the worst recession for decades. The words "2020 is a write-off for us" are echoed by many local businesses up and down the country.

What's on Woking's Mind?

It's not just the nation's physical health that is being ruined by Covid-19. In our latest podcast Chief Executive of Woking Mind, Tony Bennett, reveals the impacts that the past few months have had, and will continue to have, on our mental health.

Can Woking Stay Alert to Homelessness?

New Podcast - Learning in Lockdown

In part one we find out how some local parents summoned their inner teacher after the country's schools were locked down. Our guests share their stories of veering off-syllabus with DIY science experiments and conference-call mishaps, to the vast differences in support provided by different schools. A huge thanks to Karen, Heidi, Jacqui, Amanda and Claire for sharing their home-schooling wins, a newfound appreciation for teachers and concerns for the future.

“I left COP29 with hope in my heart”

Pippa Heylings reports from the global climate summit in Baku

The Family Farm Tax explained

What the Government is doing, and why we're opposing it.

Black History Month 2024

October is Black History Month - a chance to celebrate the Black British community, acknowledge their contributions and discover their stories.

Ed Davey's speech to Liberal Democrat Conference

Read Ed Davey's speech to the Liberal Democrats' Autumn Conference in Brighton

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.

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.

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.

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.