Salisbury Liberal Democrats 🔶

Valentia Milos for St Edmunds On Thursday 13th, Vote Valentia for a Brighter Salisbury!

Today, St Edmunds residents head to the polls! Let's elect Valentina Milos, a dedicated local resident inspired to give back to the community she loves. She's ready to tackle the issues that matter most to YOU.

'Brave the rain, get outside, and have a conversation with someone' I work from home, more or less all the time, and on days when I don’t do the school run or nursery dropoff, my step counter makes me very aware of…

Our city’s green heart beats strongly because of the people who care for it. As councillors, we’ll keep championing these spaces not just as amenities, but as essential threads in Salisbury’s social fabric. www.salisburyjournal.co.uk/news/2559430...

Dr Mark Pack's blog A blog about politics, technology and history from a Liberal perspective.

What remains of the Blue Wall is crumbling away. The Liberal Democrats are winning against the Conservatives, but also Labour, Reform and the Greens. www.markpack.org.uk

Councillor column: Have your say on how you would like Salisbury's money spent As Leader of Salisbury City Council, I want to invite everyone in our community to take part in our budget consultation survey.

I’ve always believed that good local government starts with good conversations.
By taking a few minutes to complete the consultation, you can play an active part in shaping Salisbury’s future. www.salisburyjournal.co.uk/news/2552191...

Salisbury Pint & Politics Join us for our regular Pint and Politics evening. Come along and discuss the latest events in Salisbury, Wiltshire and the wider political world. This is a great way to meet your local Lib Dem team…

Do join us tonight for a friendly chat with members, campaigners and councillors at Salisbury Pint & Politics! events.libdems.org.uk/events/88156...

Conservatives could lose Salisbury seat to Liberal Democrats, poll predicts An MRP poll by YouGov predicts that the Conservatives would lose the Salisbury parliamentary seat to the Liberal Democrats if an election were held…

An MRP poll by YouGov, and reported by The Times and the BBC, predicts that the Conservatives would lose the Salisbury parliamentary seat to the Liberal Democrats if an election were held today. www.salisburyjournal.co.uk/news/2550609...

First day of #LDConf! A real buzz of excitement here in Bournemouth.

Councillor column: Why Wiltshire needs more 20mph zones The benefits of 20mph speed limits are well established.

Ultimately, 20mph zones create more liveable places. Quieter, safer, better for walking and cycling... As Salisbury continues to grow, let’s make sure that safety grows with it. -Cllr Sam Charleston www.salisburyjournal.co.uk/news/2545159...

'Killer kerb' set to have safety work done after audit finds pavement is 'too steep' The improvements are planned for the junction of South Western Road and Fisherton Street in Salisbury, following a post-completion safety audit of…

To address the concerns, Wiltshire Council will reduce the footpath gradient, install a bollard at the corner of the path, and add deterrent paving to assist drivers turning from South Western Road. www.salisburyjournal.co.uk/news/2538083...

New to Salisbury? 👋 Looking to get involved in local politics? Our Pint & Politics evening is the perfect place to start! Join the Salisbury Lib Dems for lively discussions, friendly faces, & a pint! 🍻 This Thursday, 7:30pm @ The Coach & Horses
events.libdems.org.uk/events/87082...

Salisbury Pint & Politics Join us for our regular Pint and Politics evening. Come along and discuss the latest events in Salisbury, Wiltshire and the wider political world. This is a great way to meet your local Lib Dem team…

🍻 Pint & Politics this Thursday! 🍻 Join the Salisbury Lib Dems to discuss local & national news, meet the team, & get involved! All welcome! 7:30pm, Coach & Horses. Details: events.libdems.org.uk/events/87082...

We are deeply saddened by the passing of Cllr Bob Gann. Though our time working together was brief, his commitment to a thriving Salisbury for all was clear. Our thoughts are with Jane & his family. If you're struggling, The Samaritans are available 24/7: call 116 123.

Council unveils plan to make county 'greener, fairer and more connected' Wiltshire Council has unveiled a community-centred draft plan outlining its vision for the county over the next decade.

Council leader Ian Thorn said: "This beginning of a Council Plan marks a turning point.

"It sets out a new and transformative vision for Wiltshire: one rooted in fairness, openness and working together...” www.salisburyjournal.co.uk/news/2530476...

Starmer is turning into ‘continuity Rishi Sunak’, says Liberal Democrats leader Exclusive: PM lacks ambition and vision, says Ed Davey in damning assessment of first 12 months in power

Starmer risks becoming little more than “continuity Rishi Sunak” because of his lack of vision and ambition, Ed Davey has said in a damning assessment of the prime minister’s first year in power. www.theguardian.com/politics/202...

Salisbury Pint & Politics Join us for our regular Pint and Politics evening. Come along and discuss the latest events in Salisbury, Wiltshire and the wider political world. This is a great way to meet your local Lib Dem team…

📅 Tomorrow at 7.30pm: Join us for our regular Pint and Politics evening. Come along and discuss the latest events in Salisbury, Wiltshire and the wider political world.

🧡 New faces are always warmly welcomed.

Details: events.libdems.org.uk/events/86334...

Thursday 3rd, at 7.30pm: Join us for our regular Pint and Politics evening. Come along and discuss the latest events in Salisbury, Wiltshire and the wider political world.

We'll be delighted to see you there!

Details: events.libdems.org.uk/events/86334...

Salisbury Pint & Politics Post-Election Discussion Join us for our regular Pint and Politics evening. Come along and discuss the latest events in Salisbury, Wiltshire and the wider political world. This month we'll be discussion the recent Local…

Join us Tomorrow (5th) for our Pint and Politics evening, we'll be discussion the recent Local Election. How was it for you? If you were a candidate, campaigner or voter, then we'd love to hear your thoughts on how the campaign went. events.libdems.org.uk/events/85932...

At this months Pint and Politics evening, we'll be discussion the recent Local Election. How was it for you? If you were a candidate, campaigner or voter, then we'd love to hear your thoughts on how the campaign went.

events.libdems.org.uk/events/85932...

Cllr Sam Charleston said “I am honoured to have been voted for by my colleagues and intend to work collaboratively across party lines for the good of all residents“
www.salisburyjournal.co.uk/news/2515861...

We're delighted to announce that Cllr Sam Charleston has been elected as leader of Salisbury City Council at tonight's full council meeting!

Fixing potholes top of the agenda for Lib Dems after Wiltshire Council win | Salisbury & Avon Gazette | In Print & Online Fixing potholes across Wiltshire is high on the list of priorities for the Liberal Democrats, their leader has said.

The Lib Dems stormed to victory at last week’s Wiltshire Council election, bringing an end to 25 years of Conservative rule.

Key takeaways as Conservatives lose 25-year control of Wiltshire Council | Salisbury & Avon Gazette | In Print & Online It was a dramatic end to the election in Wiltshire last week as the Liberal Democrats finally put an end to Conservative Party rule.

Speaking to the BBC, Davey said his party is gaining from people turning away from the Conservatives.

Sir Ed said: “We’ve had historic results… Across middle England it is the Liberal Democrats gaining from the Conservatives.” salisburyandavon.co.uk/key-takeaway...

Lib Dems have taken the lead in Wiltshire & Salisbury! 🙌 Join us for a celebratory Pint & Politics this Thursday, 7:30pm at the Coach & Horses, Salisbury. Let's keep the momentum going! 🔶 #WinningHere Details: events.libdems.org.uk/events/73868...

Sir Ed Davey says Tories are in ‘last innings’ as he plays cricket in Salisbury Liberal Democrat leader Sir Ed Davey said the Conservatives are in their “last innings” when he visited Salisbury on Saturday

“The Conservatives are on their last innings and we’re on track to overtake them at the next general election,” www.salisburyjournal.co.uk/news/2513686...

Sir Ed Davey celebrates Liberal Democrat gains in Wiltshire The Lib Dem leader joins councillors for a cricket match at Harnham Recreation Ground in Salisbury.

Sir Ed told the BBC: "We're absolutely delighted and grateful for all the people who voted for us.

"The fact we've overtaken the Conservatives in local government means we're on track now to overtake them at the next General Election."
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Congratulations Nick!
Laverstock
Nick Baker (LD) 863
Laura Elizabeth Jones (Con) 694
Sheena King (Lab) 102
Hannah Elizabeth Mintram (Grn) 45
Tony Morland (Ref) 228

Baker (LD) is elected

Congratulations Brian!
Salisbury Harnham West
Brian Edward Dalton (LD) 722
Frances Mary Patricia Howard (Ref) 211
Andrew Jonathan Quentin Suddards (Con) 346
Gillian Mary Tunney (Lab) 96

Dalton (LD) is elected

Congrats Cllr Sample!
- Salisbury St Edmunds
Kester Lawrance Clark (Grn) 102
Bob Gann (Lab) 162
James McEwan (Ref) 200
Robert Alexander Richards (Con) 213
Paul William Leslie Sample (LD) 750

Sample (LD) is elected

Congratulations Al!
Salisbury Milford
Alan Halliday Bayliss (LD) 657
Mel Green (Con) 359
Stephen John Hackett (Grn) 81
Simon Edgar Lever (Ref) 271
Patricia Ann Podger (Lab) 130

Bayliss (LD) is elected

Congratulations Cllr Murray!
Tisbury
Stephen Miles (Ref) 302
Haj Muntz (Con) 270
Gerry Murray (LD) 802