Lib Dem campaign secures local bus routes
Bus routes saved from cuts to service levels after Lib Dem campaign as TfL retenders routes for extra £10m.
11 Sep 2026
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Merton's New Pocket Parks
Pocket parks can transform forgotten corners of our borough, improve biodiversity, and provide attractive outdoor spaces for residents to meet and relax. The project has real potential, but a clear management plan is needed for every pocket park to thrive
3 Sep 2026
Supporting our High Streets
We believe that our high streets are the heart of our communities and should be attractive, vibrant and welcoming spaces. Merton’s town centres have significant potential to boost the local economy, but more can be done to ensure this is realised.
3 Sep 2026
Merton Council to increase cost of living support, after Lib Dem campaign
Labour-run Merton Council has announced plans to introduced more support for residents on low incomes. This follows a two-year long Liberal Democrat campaign.
4 Aug 2026
Merton's filthy town centre streets
Following complaints from residents about the state of pavements in town centres, local Liberal Democrats have been shocked that Labour Council bosses seem to have no plan to keep our streets clean.
30 Jul 2026
Merton Lib Dems demand glyphosate-free parks by 2028
Merton Liberal Democrats are calling for an end to the routine use of glyphosate-based herbicides in the borough's parks and open spaces by March 2028, saying the Council must go further and faster to protect nature and public health.
16 Jul 2026
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St Helier maternity and women's healthcare services
At Merton full Council on 15th July Merton Lib Dems fought for the safety of maternity and women's healthcare services.
16 Jul 2026
St Georges East Planning Response
St George's House East is a key strategic site in Wimbledon. Because of its location in the heart of Wimbledon town centre and proximity to Wimbledon Station, any re-development of this site must seriously consider any impact on its surroundings....
9 Jul 2026
Merton Liberal Democrats: strong results show growing support for change
Merton Liberal Democrats have welcomed a strong set of results at the 2026 local elections, securing their largest number of seats yet.
14 May 2026
Modernising Merton: Lib Dems plan for a Borough Fit for the Future
Liberal Democrats set out plans to modernise the borough, addressing mounting pressures on housing, local services and infrastructure. Proposals include fixing the Council’s “front door”, so that residents can access services more easily.
24 Apr 2026
Making Merton ‘a Great Place to Grow Up’
Merton Liberal Democrats unveil proposals to improve opportunities, wellbeing and support for young people.
21 Apr 2026
Lib Dems launch plans for a Safer and Cleaner Borough
Merton Liberal Democrats launch ‘Safer, Cleaner Borough’ plan to restore pride in local communities. Under Labour, both Merton’s police front counters have been closed to the public.
17 Apr 2026
Paul Kohler's Statement on the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill.
Kim Leadbetter’s private member’s bill, the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill, passed its Second Reading on Friday 29th November by 330 to 275 votes.
29 Nov 2024
Merton Council urged to become London's first Healthy Weight Borough amid concerning childhood obesity rise
At its meeting on 18 September, Merton Council was urged to become London's first 'Healthy Weight Borough' following a concerning rise in childhood obesity.
30 Sep 2024
Lib Dem pressure halves Council's 11-year tree timeline
Residents in Merton could see 3,000 missing street trees replaced within the next six years, following a successful campaign by local Liberal Democrats.
30 Sep 2024
£118m worth of benefits unclaimed in Merton
The new Liberal Democrat MP for Wimbledon, Paul Kohler, has found that £118 million worth of benefit support payments are going unclaimed in the London Borough of Merton, which covers Wimbledon, Mitcham, Morden, and Raynes Park.
20 Jul 2024
Wimbledon elects its first Liberal Democrat MP
Paul Kohler was elected on 4 July as the new MP for Wimbledon and New & Old Malden.
6 Jul 2024
Local By Election candidates announced
Merton Liberal Democrats have announced their candidates for two local council by-elections happening on the same day as the General Election, after Labour councillors stand down.
12 Jun 2024