With the news that the last bank in Leatherhead is to close in July, Lib Dem Councillors have met with the Chamber of Commerce and Officers at MVDC to move forward with an application for a banking hub in Leatherhead, to serve the whole of the North of the District.
On the 25th of January, a Government minister admitted yet another delay for Park Home residents (and other households without a direct electricity contract) to receive the £400 energy rebate.
At an Extraordinary Council meeting on Monday 17th January, councillors of all parties voted to support the Liberal Democrat initiative to request a Main Modificaiton to the new Local Plan removing all undeveloped housing sites in the Green Belt from the Plan.
The Liberal Democrat administration is proposing to remove all Green Belt sites from the Mole Valley Local Plan. Engagement with the Government's Inspector, who is examining the plan, is being triggered via the calling of an Extra-ordinary Council meeting on 16th January. This follows indications, before Christmas, from the Secretary of State of intended changes in Government policy.
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I asked the Minister about consequences for UK military intelligence sharing with Ukraine if President Trump cuts US sharing.
After continued pressure, the Council have agreed to install parking restrictions on Balcombe Gardens and Haroldslea Close.
Watch Steve on ITV News after Thames Water denied him proper compensation.
Just 72.3% of first-class deliveries in RH were delivered on time.
101 Surrey SEND families have given testimony to the Education Secretary, alongside Al Pinkerton MP and Chris Coghlan MP on gaslighting and lawbreaking by Surrey County Council
Specialist dental services at East Surrey Hospital - for children with additional needs and patients with specialist dental conditions - need urgent capital funding to relocate safely. The Government must support this vital service.
The UK is facing a mental health emergency. Liberal Democrats have a proud record of pushing Britain’s mental health services forward. Now we are offering the bold solutions we need to fight the crisis unfolding in our communities.
British universities are a world-leading export and an engine for innovation, but today, the sector is at a breaking point. Liberal Democrats have passed a new plan to deliver a fairer deal for students and graduates and secure the future of the sector.
Liberal Democrats are committed to building town centres that inspire pride for generations to come. It is time to stop ignoring the decline of our high streets and breathe new life into them as vibrant hubs for the future.
