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Woking Council Extraordinary Meeting 20th June

Statements from the Leader of Woking Council, Ann-Marie Barker and the Deputy Leader, Will Forster in the extraordinary meeting about the S114 notice.

Conservative MP for Woking urged to vote for Boris Johnson censure motion

The Lib Dem candidate for Woking, Will Forster, has called on local Conservative MP, Jonathan Lord, to vote for a motion in Parliament next week to censure Boris Johnson. 

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Woking Liberal Democrats Statement on Section 114

Statement following today's announcement by Woking Borough Council issuing an 'effective bankruptcy' Section-114 notice, signalling that a balanced budget is now unachievable:

Lib Dem pressure forces backtrack on highways funding

It is good news for Surrey residents that thanks to Lib Dem pressure the County Council seem to have changed their mind about cutting future expenditure on highway maintenance.

GOVERNMENT REPORT CONFIRMS UNPRECEDENTED LEGACY FOR NEW LEADERSHIP TEAM

Woking’s MP votes to cover up dangerous school buildings

The Lib Dems have criticised Woking’s MP after they voted to hide detailed data of crumbling school buildings in Woking.

Council accepts government support as report published

The Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities (DLUHC) has today (25 May 2023) published the report of its non-statutory review into Woking Borough Council's finances, investments and related governance. This report follows the Department's earlier letter in October 2022 announcing an external review into the council's finances.

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.

Taking on Trump

Only the Liberal Democrats will stand up to Trump, invest in the UK’s security, support Ukraine, hold back Russia, deepen our ties with European and commonwealth partners, and stand up for liberal, British values.

Free To Be Who You Are

As liberals, we believe that true equality is achieved when individuals are not only free from prejudice and discrimination, but also free to fulfil their potential. So fighting for LGBTQ+ rights is not a choice Liberals make.

Making Britain a science superpower

The Liberal Democrats' bold plan to restore UK leadership in science and innovation will drive investment, boost global collaboration, and ensure technology benefits everyone, not just the privileged few.

A message from Christine Jardine on International Women's Day

Reflecting on the year’s International Women’s Day theme of “accelerate action”, I am sadly reminded of how much more we still need to achieve.

Britain must lead on defence and aid

The UK needs to strengthen both our Armed Forces and our soft power.

Ed Davey marks Holocaust Memorial Day 2025

Today is Holocaust Memorial Day.

Britain Leading Again

The UK must once again stand tall, leading on the world stage and working closely with those who share our interests – including, above all, our partners in Europe.