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
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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
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
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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 MP: “Tories have betrayed residents on Wimbledon Park”
Conservative Lord Banner’s amendment, which passed yesterday, weakens legal protections for Wimbledon Park. Paul Kohler MP slams the Conservatives for hypocrisy and failing to stand up for residents.
15 Apr 2026
Merton Liberal Democrats: A Healthier Merton
Only 6 in 10 eligible women in Merton receive breast cancer screening each year - below the national average. Local NHS services are under sustained pressure, with major repair backlogs at St Helier Hospital.
14 Apr 2026
Merton Liberal Democrats set out plans for a thriving local economy
Merton Liberal Democrats have set out their plan for a Thriving Local Economy, outlining how they would revitalise the borough’s high streets and support local businesses as part of their 2026 election manifesto.
10 Apr 2026
Labour Council bosses refuse Lib Dem plan to end support for the fossil fuel industry through Merton’s pension fund
Labour Council bosses have refused to end financial support to the fossil fuel industry through the Council's pension...
17 Nov 2021
Universal Credit Cuts
More than 5,000 families in Wimbledon and over 12,000 in Mitcham and Morden are set to lose over £1000 as Conservative government...
21 Oct 2021
Tory Broken Tax Promise
Wimbledon's Liberal Democrats have slammed local Conservative MP Stephen Hammond’s choice to break their promise to the...
10 Sep 2021
SWR Consultation
South Western Railway has launched a consultation on its timetable from December 2022 which closes soon on 19th September...
27 Aug 2021
Co-op Wimbledon Chase
A successful petition to restore the newly discovered mosaic signage at the Wimbledon Chase Co-op was run by the local Liberal...
19 Jul 2021
Government planning appeal on 15 storey blocks slammed
Local Liberal Democrats have attacked the Government Planning Inspectorate for its decision to allow an overbearing development on part of the Tesco car park.
1 Jul 2021