Wimbledon Park Liberal Democrats

Cllr Jil Hall

Jil came to local politics through her involvement in community projects and volunteering. She is a director of a CIC (Community Interest Company) which helps young people access employment. She has a keen interest in helping young people achieve their full potential and in protecting green spaces. She is a White Ribbon Champion (campaign to end violence against women and girls).

Contact Jil: jil@mertonlibdems.org.uk

Cllr Tony Reiss

Tony has lived in Wimbledon for 35 years and has worked as a strategy consultant for many leading firms. He sings with The Bach Choir, plays tennis in Wimbledon Park and golf on Wimbledon Common, when he has time. Tony is passionate about helping to create a fair, inclusive and supportive community.

Contact Tony: tony@mertonlibdems.org.uk

Nick Thomas

Nick has lived in Wimbledon Park for almost 30 years and is an active member of the community. Now retired from a career advising government in the UK and overseas, he is currently a director of Save Wimbledon Park and treasurer of the Wimbledon International Music Festival. An experienced charity trustee, he combines a love of the performing arts with the pursuit of wider opportunity, social justice and inclusion. Both Nick and his wife particularly enjoy the parks and commons and are keen supporters of local business.

Cllr Samantha MacArthur

Samantha has lived in Wimbledon for over 30 years where she and her husband raised their 4 daughters. She is a law graduate and a current small business owner. She has previously volunteered coaching children's netball and swimming and is particularly interested in improving Merton's sports provision. 

Samantha is not standing re-election in Wimbledon Park ward at the 2026 local elections.

Contact Samantha: samantha@mertonlibdems.org.uk