Working for the community
Chris asks government about a Dorking fast train
I will be meeting with the Rail Minister about this soon.
7 Apr 2026
National News
Merton Liberal Democrats unveil plan for a Fairer, More Affordable borough as costs soar
Merton Liberal Democrats are launching their plans for a Fairer and More Affordable Merton, helping to mitigate the cost of living for residents.
7 Apr 2026
Libby Bateman calls on Cumbrian businesses to back ‘Orange Button’ suicide awareness training
The Liberal Democrat candidate for Mayor of Cumbria, Libby Bateman is encouraging businesses across the county to supporting staff to undertake life-saving suicide awareness training.
7 Apr 2026
Ed Davey: PM must withdraw US access to UK bases to avoid being complicit in Trump's war crimes
Liberal Democrat Leader Ed Davey has today called on Keir Starmer to withdraw US access to UK air bases to prevent Britain becoming an “accomplice to war crimes.”
7 Apr 2026
Labour’s stealth tax bombshell wipes out April energy bill savings
New research reveals the £117 energy bill cut will be completely wiped out by April’s stealth tax hit, which will cost taxpayers an average of £180 across regions.
7 Apr 2026
Number of Haulage Company Insolvencies nearly doubled since Brexit
New data obtained by the Liberal Democrats has revealed that the number of haulage companies going insolvent has nearly doubled in the five years since Brexit.
7 Apr 2026