Epsom & Ewell Liberal Democrats
Working hard for you all year round, locally and nationally East Surrey Candidates with the MP
Well done to Helen Maguire for being elected our MP at the General Election on Thursday 4th July.
Thank you to all who voted for her, and for the army of volunteers who put so much effort in.
The work starts now.
You can watch her gracious acceptance speech via this link.
Alison Kelly & Julian Freeman : our local councillors elected in May 2023
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Epsom and Ewell News
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Update from your LibDem Councillors - Friday 20 November
Dear friends, here is our latest update covering the period since our last message on 30 October.
Surrey County Council News
POLICE COMMISSIONER’S “LACK OF LEADERSHIP” ON CCTV
Surrey's Police and Crime Panel have unanimously called on Conservative Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) Lisa Townsend to produce a new CCTV strategy within 3 months, after a cash-strapped Tory Council was forced to decommission its CCTV cameras because of lack of police support.
Surrey Lib Dems condemn “chaotic and incompetent” budget
Surrey Liberal Democrats have accused the Conservative Government of "incompetence and chaos" after the Autumn Statement saw tax hikes and cuts to services for people in Surrey. The Chancellor's measures come in the wake of economic turmoil following the "mini-budget" which saw mortgage rates spike to record levels.
Surrey’s households face on average an extra £584 a month on mortgages
Local Lib Dems demand Government offer mortgage grants to families who risk losing their homes
UK Lib Dem news
Britain’s Wildfire Crisis
Following the UK's hottest summer on record, escalating heatwaves and severe droughts have triggered catastrophic blazes across the country, damaging delicate ecosystems and destroying homes.
Restoring Trans Rights
The Liberal Democrats will continue to stand in solidarity with trans and non-binary communities, defending equal rights, personal dignity and safety for all.
Stopping Violence Against Women and Girls
The Liberal Democrats are taking a stand to hold tech companies accountable, equip the police with the right powers, and build a digital world where women and girls can live safely and without fear.