With two gains, two holds and progress everywhere it really has been a good week. However, the star result had to be a Liberal Democrat GAIN in Newlyn & Goonhavern (Cornwall) from the Conservatives. Both the Tory and the Mebyon Kernow leaving the Lib Dems ahead with 24% in a fragmented field.
After a close result last time this ward was fought, the Liberal Democrats have now gained the seat. Let not the headline - composed for accuracy - detract from the first class campaign by John Birch, the Liberal Democrat candidate in a by election in Bridgetown Ward for a seat on South Hams District Council. John was ably assisted by Cllr Robert Vint who is already a South Hams District Councillor, as well as being on Devon County Council. Robert recently joined the Liberal Democrats from the Green Party.
Woodoaks Summer Festival was a great success and the weather kept fine - Well Done all those involved. Do you know that they do Weddings at Woodoaks ? ………………………………………………………. Join the small business community on-line. To stay up to date with all the latest news, events, office space and free advice for business advice connect with Wenta a social enterprise providing support and advice to those considering starting or growing their own business. www.wenta.co.uk/contact-us or ring 0845 371 0891. ………………………………………………. We are glad to report that well over 14,500 residents have signed up to the new garden waste collection arrangements which started on 11th July - this means the financial target has been met. This means that about 57% of local households have joined the scheme. The removal of bins from residents who are not signing up will start on 12th September. If you are not joining the new scheme but wish to keep your brown bin, that is fine. …………………………………………………. Advance Notice - Dance for Parkinsons - dance can
By Election held 21st July, 2016
There will be emergency roadworks at the A405 North Orbital Road roundabout Jct. B4630 Watford Road, St Albans. The Water Main located at the roundabout is leaking and requires maintenance as soon as possible, to prevent failure of the carriageway besides major disruption to the local area and road users alike.
The Lib Dem Group have called for the Conservative adminstration at Hertfordshire County Council to think again before going ahead with proposals to cut support for people with homelessness problems.
We have to stand tough against Trump’s tariffs
Leader's Speech to Spring Conference 2025
The Liberal Democrat plan commits to making the UK a global leader in animal welfare through stronger standards, workforce investment, and ethical farming practices.
