Come and join us for our annual Summer BBQ to celebrate the hard work of our campaigners and candidates from the last local election
Now that flowers are blooming and the weather is warming up, it is time for our Super Spring Raffle!
We have a bumper basket full of gorgeous gifts for the lucky winner of our raffle.
Some of the lovely gifts in our basket include champagne, a magnum of white wine and delicious chocolates. Not to mention the set of super-fashionable chocolate Labubu cake toppers!
Tickets are only £10 - buying a ticket gives you a great chance of winning our fantastic basket of goodies worth well over £100!
We are now fundraising ready to defend this constituency at the next General Election.
We know that the Conservatives are desperate to win Chesham & Amersham back. And Reform are gearing up to challenge us too. So we need to get campaigning right now to support our brilliant, hardworking MP Sarah Green. We also need to support our wonderful team of councillors and activists, and campaign across the seat.
Together we are gearing up for activity in towns and villages right across the seat - just in case there is yet another snap General Election.
Thanks to our fantastic team of volunteers, and our new staff member Lizzie, our Chesham Office is now open six mornings a week. Having the office has really put us on the map.
All this activity, the office and a paid staff member costs money. So we would love you to support our campaign to win Chesham & Amersham again by buying a raffle ticket or two.
You might just be the lucky winner of the fabulous basket of gifts worth over £100, when the raffle closes on May 22nd 2026!
We'd love to invite you to our Thank You Party — a small celebration for all those who helped support our campaign this May and our efforts since General Elections.
Over the past months, you've shown up, rolled up your sleeves and given something genuinely precious: your time.
The difference you've made is real, and we want to take the opportunity to say thank you properly together.
A thank you to all who helped in the campaign and a chance to celebrate the first Liberal Democrat on Hounslow Council since 2010!
Join us for a BBQ + pizza, and thank all our hard working volunteers and candidates. Bid in an auction or try your luck in a raffle.
From 6pm on SATURDAY 23 MAY 2026
Free entry
Please bring your own drink
Hopefully all in the garden at: 1 Mayfield, Wanborough, Swindon SN4 0ED (inside alternative available...)
Please let us know about any dietary requirements at: info@eastwiltslibdems.org.uk
Location: 1 Mayfield, Wanborough, Swindon SN4 0ED
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Plenty of parking on the drive and beside the house – please lift share if possible
All Welcome
Please join us for Rodney Berman's Caerdydd Ffynnon Taf Thank You Party
Join us for our monthly coffee and politics morning. All members, supporters and non-members welcome.
Meet the MP who is breaking the mold: Josh Babarinde OBE
Portsmouth Liberal Democrats invite you to their Spring Dinner with special guest speaker Josh Babarinde OBE.
Josh is the Member of Parliament for Eastbourne and the President of the Liberal Democrat Party.
Join us for a three course meal, raffle and great conversation.
This is your chance to get up close and personal with a leader who is shaping the future of our party.
Free welcome drink on arrival with a cash bar.
18:30: Arrival
19:15: Food
21:00: Speaker
22:30: Carriages
Paid parking at venue.
Please email any questions or dietary requirements to Sam Darragh: spayne1701@yahoo.co.uk
Please join us in remembering her life and contribution to our shared cause. We will be in the Alfred Ellis Hall at Amersham Free Church on Woodside Road in Amersham on the Hill, HP6 6AJ at 7pm to 9 pm on Thursday 28 May. There is a car park at the church and a larger Bucks Council car park (free from 7 pm) just 3 minutes walk away on Rickmansworth Road.
There will be tea, coffee and a bar available, along with “nibbles”, by way of refreshments. Please book a free place /places by 11 May to let us know you will be coming, so that we can plan catering accordingly
Open to all MK Lib Dem members and everyone who helped with our successful election campaign.
After the most successful local election campaign in Croydon Lib Dem history - join us for a thank you garden party
A buffet lunch will be provided. Bring your own drink.
Please also bring a bottle for our 'bottle tombola' and some cash to spend on tombola tickets.
On Saturday Afternoon 6th June 2026 we are holding an Open Garden in the beautiful Pednor valley, near Chesham.
A country garden of over 1.5 acres, planted with a wide range of herbaceous perennials, roses, shrubs and trees to ensure continuous interest throughout the seasons.
June is its peak flowering month, when campanula, lady’s mantle, nepeta, peonies, phlox, roses and salvia flourish in a traditional country garden style, with colours woven through shades of purple, pink, blue and soft lemon. Sweeping lawns surround the house, edged by deep, curving borders that enjoy both sunny and shady aspects.
A wildlife pond, old orchard, small vegetable garden and greenhouse add further charm and variety to this inviting garden.
Please note that no dogs are allowed in the gardens.
Ticket price: £10 in advance, children under 12 free.
All are welcome.
Wendy Taylor is hosting Tea at Wendy’s on Saturday 6 June that will feature the usual beverages and excellent selection of cakes and scones, aided by her trusty local helpers who serve and wash up.
Join us at the beautiful and historic Little Hampden Manor, in the heart of the Chilterns, for a relaxing summer soiree!
There will be canapes, scones, drinks, croquet on the lawn, walks in the woods and stimulating conversation, not all of it political.
Saturday June 6th, 2026, 4 - 6 pm.
Little Hampden Manor, Little Hampden, Bucks HP16 9PS.
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Directions:
Carry on up the road for 500 yards and onto the drive into the woodland towards the house. Take the left hand gate marked Hampden Manor, there is plenty of parking space.
The event is free to attend but, if you can afford it, please donate by buying a £15 ticket to help cover our costs. If you don't want to donate that's fine, just confirm you are coming by emailing: hello@midandnorthbuckslibdems.uk
We now have the largest number of Lib Dem councillors ever in Merton - a huge thank you to the amazing volunteers who made this happen!
Please join the celebrations on Saturday 6 June at St. Mark's Hall from 19.30.
RSVP here please so we know numbers.
Merton Liberal Democrats Councillors Team
"It's not all about Politics!"
We are usually at Table 5, so order and pay at the bar for your drinks and food (if you are eating) and then join us, on the 2nd Monday of each month from 18:30 until 21:00 at The Orchard pub in Archer's Gate, SP4 7XT when some of our councillors - not just the Lib Dems - get together with whoever turns up for informal chat. The conversation is organic and it goes where it flows, but we're just like-minded people getting together over a drink or two.
We also have a fundraising raffle - one prize, so winner takes all!
Come and join us!
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X4 bus to Archer's Gate/Underwood Drive
A daytime SALD members and supporters catch up in a cafe, focused on the politics of the day.
Child and dog-friendly as well as accessible.
Please bring Lib Dem voting friends if you want to.
Nilima - Membership Secretary
Our ever popular quiz night returns!
We'll be competing for the famous Dangerous & Extreme quiz trophy. No need to bring a team - we can team up on the night. There will be a raffle - and chip butties available to buy.
This is a fundraiser for our local election campaigns.
Come along and celebrate the success of the Liberal Democrats in the elections to Bromley Council. We hope everyone who helped will be able to come along and celebrate.
If you rsvp we'll send you the address by email.
As part of their commitment to listening to and working with local residents, Tim Prater and Gary Fuller, Lib Dem District Councillors for Sandgate and West Folkestone, hold regular drop-in advice surgeries in the ward each month.
No need for an appointment - just turn up to discuss any issue you would like our help with. The surgeries are in a public place: if you'd prefer to speak to Tim or Gary one-to-one then please contact them directly and we can set up a personal meeting with you.
The surgeries are held:
Alternatively, contact Tim or Gary directly by email or phone. If you call and don't get through, please do leave a message and we'll call you back!
Warwick District Lib Dems are delighted to be joined by Calum Miller, MP for Bicester and Woodstock and Foreign Affairs Spokesperson.
This year's Spring Conference featured a motion "Trump and the Wider World", which stated "Conference is deeply alarmed by President Trump’s systematic violations of the rules-based international order and ongoing interference in British and European politics". Calum introduced the motion, which was carried overwhelmingly.
Join us for what promises to be a lively discussion on how our foreign policy can cope with Trump's wars of words with Canada and Greenland, the kidnapping of the President of Venezuela, his war with Iran and of course, his relationships with President Putin and Prime Minister Netanyahu. The topic of Europe may well come up too.
Before entering parliament, Calum was COO for Oxford University's Blavatnik School of Government and before that he worked for the Civil Service for 13 years, including working as Principle Private Secretary to Nick Clegg from 2010 to 2012.
Join us for the Young Liberals Election 2026 Thank You Party!
Come together to celebrate the hard work shown by members, candidates and campaigners across England, Scotland and Wales.
After everything our members put into the 2026 elections, this is a chance to say a proper thank you. Whether you knocked on doors, made calls, delivered leaflets, stood as a candidate, helped behind the scenes, or supported in any other way, we would love to have you there.
The event is free to attend, but spaces are limited. Please register in advance to secure your place. If you'd like to make a donation to Young Liberals, you can do so at https://youngliberals.uk/donate.
Please contact Harvey.Thomas-Benton@youngliberals.uk if you have any questions or accessibility needs.
A regular meet-up on the second Wednesday of every month for Liberal Democrat members, supporters and the Lib Dem curious in the Folkestone and Hythe area!
Simply come along for a social drink and a chat: no speeches, no leaflet delivery. It's a "buy your own" event (sorry!) but come along and say hello to our Councillors, campaigners, members and friends.
The Royal Norfolk Hotel is on Sandgate High Street - there is free parking from 6pm at Castle Road Car Park in Sandgate which is one minute walk away and often on street parking in Castle Road (behind the hotel) as well.
As part of their commitment to listening to and working with local residents, Peter Gane, Jon Renshaw and Roger West, Lib Dem Town Councillors for Cheriton West, hold regular drop-in advice surgeries in the ward each month.
No need for an appointment - just turn up to discuss any issue you would like our help with. If you'd prefer to speak to Peter Jon or Roger one-to-one then please contact them directly and we can set up a personal meeting with you.
The surgeries are held:
Alternatively, contact Peter Jon or Roger directly by email or phone. If you call and don't get through, please do leave a message and we'll call you back!
As part of their commitment to listening to and working with local residents, Gary Fuller and Tim Prater, Lib Dem District Councillors for Sandgate and West Folkestone, hold regular drop-in advice surgeries in the ward each month.
No need for an appointment - just turn up to discuss any issue you would like our help with. The surgeries are in a public place: if you'd prefer to speak to Tim or Gary one-to-one then please contact them directly and we can set up a personal meeting with you.
The surgeries are held:
Alternatively, contact Tim or Gary directly by email or phone. If you call and don't get through, please do leave a message and we'll call you back!
Join us for a fun evening with quiz questions set by Cllr Josy Thompson and Ian. There will be a choice of chilli or veggie chilli served on the night and included in the price. Please bring your own drinks. All are welcome and proceeds will go to Lib Dem local party funds.
Ten Years Since Brexit: What Have We Learned?
A decade on from one of the most significant political decisions in modern UK history, we’re hosting an open event in Nottingham City Centre to explore its impact.
Hear from Dr Phil Bennion, former Libdem MEP, who will share insights from inside European politics and reflect on how the last ten years have shaped communities, policy, and public life.
Please note that the venue is not wheelchair accessible and the meeting room is upstairs.
As part of their commitment to listening to and working with local residents, Tim Prater and Gary Fuller, Lib Dem District Councillors for Sandgate and West Folkestone, hold regular drop-in advice surgeries in the ward each month.
No need for an appointment - just turn up to discuss any issue you would like our help with. The surgeries are in a public place: if you'd prefer to speak to Tim or Gary one-to-one then please contact them directly and we can set up a personal meeting with you.
The surgeries are held:
Alternatively, contact Tim or Gary directly by email or phone. If you call and don't get through, please do leave a message and we'll call you back!
A regular meet-up on the second Wednesday of every month for Liberal Democrat members, supporters and the Lib Dem curious in the Folkestone and Hythe area!
Simply come along for a social drink and a chat: no speeches, no leaflet delivery. It's a "buy your own" event (sorry!) but come along and say hello to our Councillors, campaigners, members and friends.
The Royal Norfolk Hotel is on Sandgate High Street - there is free parking from 6pm at Castle Road Car Park in Sandgate which is one minute walk away and often on street parking in Castle Road (behind the hotel) as well.
Our Summer Conference bringing members together from Crewe to Carlisle.
Held at Denton Golf Club, and followed by an evening Regional Dinner.
Denton Golf Club is just off J24 of the M60 with ample car parking, or on a direct bus route from Manchester Piccadilly train station.
Tickets are on sale now, with reduced rates for early bookings.
Guest speakers include Victoria Collins MP and James Macleary MP.
Dinner Menu Notes
The Beef, Chicken and Vegan options are served with roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables, red cabbage, stuffing,
cauliflower cheese, Yorkshire pudding & gravy
Options in booking form are:
- Topside Beef (or GF alternative)
- Chicken Supreme (or GF alternative)
- Vegan Wellington (With vegan gravy - note does not include Yorkshire pudding or cauliflower cheese)
As part of their commitment to listening to and working with local residents, Peter Gane, Jon Renshaw and Roger West, Lib Dem Town Councillors for Cheriton West, hold regular drop-in advice surgeries in the ward each month.
No need for an appointment - just turn up to discuss any issue you would like our help with. If you'd prefer to speak to Peter Jon or Roger one-to-one then please contact them directly and we can set up a personal meeting with you.
The surgeries are held:
Alternatively, contact Peter Jon or Roger directly by email or phone. If you call and don't get through, please do leave a message and we'll call you back!
WHY SO MANY HOUSES?
PUBLIC MEETING
with Gideon Amos MP and a panel of experts.
17th July at 7.00pm at CICCIC, Memorial Hall, Paul Street, Taunton TA1 3PF.
(FREE entry.)
· Where are new house building projects planned in Taunton and Wellington?
· What type of properties will be built?
· Will these houses be affordable?
· What proportion will be available for secure rental at reasonable rents?
· How will our environment be affected?
· Will our roads and transport links be able to cope?
· What about extra provision of new schools and medical centres?
This Public Meeting is your opportunity to raise the questions which most concern you about current plans for local house building with a panel of experts including:
As part of their commitment to listening to and working with local residents, Gary Fuller and Tim Prater, Lib Dem District Councillors for Sandgate and West Folkestone, hold regular drop-in advice surgeries in the ward each month.
No need for an appointment - just turn up to discuss any issue you would like our help with. The surgeries are in a public place: if you'd prefer to speak to Tim or Gary one-to-one then please contact them directly and we can set up a personal meeting with you.
The surgeries are held:
Alternatively, contact Tim or Gary directly by email or phone. If you call and don't get through, please do leave a message and we'll call you back!
As part of their commitment to listening to and working with local residents, Tim Prater and Gary Fuller, Lib Dem District Councillors for Sandgate and West Folkestone, hold regular drop-in advice surgeries in the ward each month.
No need for an appointment - just turn up to discuss any issue you would like our help with. The surgeries are in a public place: if you'd prefer to speak to Tim or Gary one-to-one then please contact them directly and we can set up a personal meeting with you.
The surgeries are held:
Alternatively, contact Tim or Gary directly by email or phone. If you call and don't get through, please do leave a message and we'll call you back!
As part of their commitment to listening to and working with local residents, Peter Gane, Jon Renshaw and Roger West, Lib Dem Town Councillors for Cheriton West, hold regular drop-in advice surgeries in the ward each month.
No need for an appointment - just turn up to discuss any issue you would like our help with. If you'd prefer to speak to Peter Jon or Roger one-to-one then please contact them directly and we can set up a personal meeting with you.
The surgeries are held:
Alternatively, contact Peter Jon or Roger directly by email or phone. If you call and don't get through, please do leave a message and we'll call you back!
A regular meet-up on the second Wednesday of every month for Liberal Democrat members, supporters and the Lib Dem curious in the Folkestone and Hythe area!
Simply come along for a social drink and a chat: no speeches, no leaflet delivery. It's a "buy your own" event (sorry!) but come along and say hello to our Councillors, campaigners, members and friends.
The Royal Norfolk Hotel is on Sandgate High Street - there is free parking from 6pm at Castle Road Car Park in Sandgate which is one minute walk away and often on street parking in Castle Road (behind the hotel) as well.
As part of their commitment to listening to and working with local residents, Gary Fuller and Tim Prater, Lib Dem District Councillors for Sandgate and West Folkestone, hold regular drop-in advice surgeries in the ward each month.
No need for an appointment - just turn up to discuss any issue you would like our help with. The surgeries are in a public place: if you'd prefer to speak to Tim or Gary one-to-one then please contact them directly and we can set up a personal meeting with you.
The surgeries are held:
Alternatively, contact Tim or Gary directly by email or phone. If you call and don't get through, please do leave a message and we'll call you back!
As part of their commitment to listening to and working with local residents, Tim Prater and Gary Fuller, Lib Dem District Councillors for Sandgate and West Folkestone, hold regular drop-in advice surgeries in the ward each month.
No need for an appointment - just turn up to discuss any issue you would like our help with. The surgeries are in a public place: if you'd prefer to speak to Tim or Gary one-to-one then please contact them directly and we can set up a personal meeting with you.
The surgeries are held:
Alternatively, contact Tim or Gary directly by email or phone. If you call and don't get through, please do leave a message and we'll call you back!
The next meeting of our Executive Committee will be held on 8th June 2026 via zoom.
The meeting starts at 7pm. All members of the Bromley party are welcome to attend the meeting and, if time permits, participate, but only members of the Committee can vote. The meeting will be online - the zoom code is:
The Executive Committee plays a vital role in steering the direction, of the local party, ensuring good governance, and supporting campaigning efforts. Members are elected to positions on the Executive Committee every year at the AGM, normally held in November.
The unpredictable situation in the Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz has affected the world economy, while discerning President Trump’s motives and objectives there remains opaque. What are the long term consequences?
LIBG has organised an online forum meeting with James Moran, Mohammed Nosseir and other speakers to be added at 7pm UK time on 8 June, chaired by new LIBG chair Larry Ngan.
James Moran is a diplomat and economist. He served as EU Ambassador to Egypt 2012 to 2016 and has held many other diplomatic postings in the Middle East. Married to a Palestinian, he is also father of Liberal Democrat MP Layla Moran.
Mohammed Nosseir is an Egyptian liberal politician who was a member of the higher committee at the Democratic Front Party from 2007 to 2012, and of the political bureau of the Free Egyptian Party till 2013.
He is also an author, writing articles on marketing strategies and sociopolitical reforms published in a number of global and regional magazines & newspapers such as Gulf Business, Arab Newsand Le Monde Diplomatique,
Please use this Zoom link to join the meeting.
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81200442784?pwd=5cJfwsDAFARYyV6bKd8xRBHB02cIaM.1
Meeting ID: 812 0044 2784
Passcode: 786915
For any enquiries please contact: generalenquiries@libg.co.uk
Female subordination. Sexist 'modesty' codes. Violence against women. These are forms of misogyny we would expect charities to try to combat. Yet as the National Secular Society's ground-breaking report "Mission and Misogyny" reveals, too many charities are promoting these ideas – all under the cloak of 'advancing religion'.
Report author Megan Manson will explain how religious fundamentalists are exploiting our charity sector to promote regressive and harmful ideas about women. Her presentation will summarise the report's findings, and include video clips from sermons revealing how religious charities have used the cover of 'the advancement of religion' to promote or condone misogyny.
Megan Manson is head of campaigns at the NSS. She previously worked for the Japanese government promoting cultural exchange and language learning. She has long been active in local interfaith initiatives.