The Autumn Statement.
We listened with rapt attention to the Chancellor’s Autumn Statement with the expectation that he would address two of the main issues haunting our great country: the cost of living crisis and our crumbling NHS.
28 Nov 2023
Basingstoke and Deane Liberal Democrats
Winning here. Working for you.
We’ll continue extra funding on frontline services for a Brighter Future, a Better Borough.
Cllr Gavin James, Co-Leader of the Council
News from Basingstoke and Deane Liberal Democrats
Water or Sewage Companies?
Water is essential for life but like so many other essentials we need it in a controlled fashion. Too much causes floods and too little droughts. Key to our supply of water are the water companies, yet these companies have continually failed us ...
14 Nov 2023
Disappearing NHS Dentistry
We have all experienced difficulty in getting dentist appointments. As a campaigner, one of my biggest worries is health provision.
3 Oct 2023
LIB DEMS COMMIT TO TRIPLE LOCK TO PROTECT PENSIONERS
The Lib Dems have become the only major party to commit to the triple lock on pensions. There are over 21,000 pensioners living in North West Hampshire alone.
3 Oct 2023
Have Your Say
Following the local elections earlier this year, the Liberal Democrats are now part of a coalition in charge of Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council. We're keen to hear your views on how we can make our Borough a better place to live and work.
10 Sep 2023
Care backlog still impacting NHS
Whilst our local Conservative MP highlights the long overdue enhancements to local NHS services, new research has revealed the impact of the social care crisis on the NHS across North West Hampshire, with medically fit patients left stuck in hospital beds
15 Jul 2023
UK Lib Dem news
LGBT+ Liberal Democrats
Trans Awareness Week
November 13−19 2025 marks Trans Awareness Week. It is a time to listen to and act on the voices of transgender and non-binary people, celebrate their contributions and resilience, and recognise the barriers they continue to face.
13 Nov 2025
Federal Party News
Josh Babarinde elected as the new President of the Liberal Democrats
Members have elected Josh Babarinde, MP for Eastbourne, as the new President of the Liberal Democrats.
12 Nov 2025
Islamophobia Awareness Month
November marks Islamophobia Awareness Month, a time to reflect on the experiences of Muslim communities in the UK and to stand with them against prejudice, discrimination and hatred.
6 Nov 2025
