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
Wimbledon Park: Council bosses must stand by historic legal promises to protect park from over-development
Lib Dem Cllr Paul Kohler has spoken out against Merton Council's decision to approve controversial plans to build on parts of Wimbledon Park. The plans would see a new 10 storey stadium, a maintenance complex and over 9km of roads.
27 Oct 2023
Lib Dems call on Merton’s Labour Council to allow proper debate of “outrageous” plan to build on Wimbledon Park
Merton Council has finally confirmed that the AELTC's planning application to build an industrial scale tennis complex on Wimbledon Park will be heard by Merton's Planning Committee on Thursday 26 October.
8 Oct 2023
Lib Dems call for two month cancer treatment guarantee to support patients in Wimbledon and Merton
The Liberal Democrats have called for a new legal right for cancer patients to start treatment within 62 days of an urgent referral, as part of a plan to boost survival rates and improve treatment for those affected by the disease.
27 Sep 2023
Wimbledon's Conservative MP will not now stand at the next General Election
Wimbledon's Conservative MP will not now stand at the next General Election
27 Sep 2023
Concrete building risk in Merton?
Merton Liberal Democrats have written to the Leader of Merton Council and its Chief Executive urging them to undertake an immediate review of Council-owned buildings built between the 1950s and 1980s....
8 Sep 2023
Tennis Court Shambles
All tennis courts in Merton are closed this summer for refurbishment – but no further detail was given about the timeframes or the arrangements after the works.
9 May 2023