The Leader of Mole Valley District Council, Stephen Cooksey (Lib Dem), has provided an update on Gatwick Airport's plans for expansion, the ongoing issue of postal deliveries in our area and more.
Mole Valley is allowed to retain only 3.1% of its business rates - the second lowest level in the country. Local Conservatives opposed a LibDem motion calling on the Government to urgently review this level of funding.
The Lib Dem Administration at MVDC have been concerned about the loss of banks in our towns for several years, prompting a motion in January 2022 following which we wrote to the Chancellor.
In a key decision last week, the Lib Dem Cabinet approved the terms of the 50:50 partnership with Kier to move forwards with Transform Leatherhead.
New research published by the Liberal Democrats has revealed the impact of the social care crisis on the NHS trusts covering Surrey*, with medically fit patients left stuck in hospital beds waiting for care.
New analysis commissioned by the Liberal Democrats has revealed that 991 bike theft cases in Surrey were closed in 2022 without a suspect being identified - a shocking 91.9% of total reported cases.
Earlier this month, Thames Water announced a £37 million investment across Mole Valley aimed at tackling sewage flooding in the River Mole, as well as homes and gardens.
I joined BBC Radio Surrey to amplify the voices of Clarion Housing residents who feel consistently ignored by the Association.
Chris questions the OBR on the Spring Statement during Treasury Select Committee hearings.
Fiona Laskaris courageously went on ITV news to tell the story of her autistic son, Christopher, and how changing the Mental Capacity Act 2005 could have saved his life.
I've been working with London Business School Professor Paolo Surico on using public research and development, especially defence spending, to boost economic growth.
Westvale Park in Horley has been waiting seven years for their promised GP to materialise. I asked the Government to work with me to ensure that this housing development, and others in our constituency, get the health services they need.
Space is no longer science fiction – it underpins our economy, security, and daily lives. Our new policy will renew the National Space Strategy, support UK spaceports and hubs, and designate space as a strategic industry.
The UK’s asylum system is failing, leaving people fleeing conflict stuck in temporary housing, unable to work, and separated from their loved ones. Our new policy gives practical solutions to clear up the broken system left by the Conservatives.
The Online Safety Act was meant to protect people, yet its flawed implementation risks undermining privacy, free expression, and secure communication. Our new policy addresses our concerns and fights for a digital future where rights are protected.
