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MARTYN PENNINGTON, LIBERAL DEMOCRAT COUNCILLOR FOR SANDWICH TOWN COUNCIL, REPORT FOR SEPTEMBER 2024

In Sandwich, the positioning of the bus stop by the Guildhall Forecourt, which has just been renovated at a cost of over £1...

NEWS FROM OUR WALMER TOWN COUNCILLOR, RICK BLACKWELL

Penelope James - Our Dover & Deal Candidate for the General Election on July 4

Penelope James is a strong campaigner, hard-working and honest. She has lived in the constituency for almost 25 years and ran her own very successful Communications Consultancy during this time.

Martyn Pennington - Our Liberal Democrat Sandwich Town Councillor Report For May 2024

From Archers Farm Solar Site to Openness and Accountability at Sandwich Town Council.

General Election Financial Appeal

A General Election is looming. It must be called by the end of this year, though the actual date is up to Rishi Sunak to decide.

Walmer Town Council - Cllr Blackwell's Update for April 2024

Play areas, Outdoor Gyms and No Mow for Biodiversity.

The Fight of our Lives

Ed Davey's Leaders' Speech to Autumn Conference Speech 2026

Cutting income tax to tackle the cost-of-living crisis

The Liberal Democrats will take 2.5 million people out of paying income tax altogether by raising the tax-free personal allowance to £15,000.

Feeding Britain: A Food Security Emergency

The Liberal Democrats are standing up for British farmers, protecting our countryside, and taking decisive action to secure affordable, locally grown food for generations to come.

Tackling Illegal E-Bikes and Dangerous Riding

By clamping down on illegal supply chains, holding tech platforms to account, and keeping our pavements safe for pedestrians, the Liberal Democrats are ensuring our towns and cities remain safe, accessible, and active.

Restoring our Waters: Britain's Water Company Crisis

The Liberal Democrats are standing up for billpayers, protecting our waterways, and demanding a water system that serves the public interest.

Sovereignty in the Age of AI

The Liberal Democrats are ready to establish the UK as a world leader in responsible, democratic AI - backing home-grown talent, protecting national security, and ensuring technology works for everyone.

Trading With Our Allies, Standing Up to Trump

The Liberal Democrats will continue to champion open, fair trade, defend British economic interests, and build reliable alliances across Europe and the Commonwealth - in light of yet another act of bullying from an unreliable US President.

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.

Supporting People to Age Well

Supporting people to age well and maintain their independence is better for them and common-sense for the NHS. The Liberal Democrats are taking a stand to fix social care, protect our NHS, and ensure everyone can age well in their own home and community.

A Liberal Vision for Primary Healthcare

Liberal Democrat members have renewed our commitment to fix the front door of the NHS, restore patient choice, end dental deserts, and ensure preventative care is accessible before health problems turn into emergencies.