Thank you to all who voted for her, and for the army of volunteers who put so much effort in.
The work starts now.
You can watch her gracious acceptance speech via this link.
A Government scheme, launched almost six years ago, to increase safety at railway stations isn't working in many areas across Britain, the Liberal Democrats have revealed. Train companies are failing to get their stations accredited as 'safe stations' and some stations are even losing their status. Only 2 out of the 161 Southern Train Company stations meet the standard - and Epsom isn't one of them!
The NHS consultation "Better Healthcare Closer to Home" has now finished. Lib Dem parliamentary candidate for Epsom & Ewell, Councillor Jonathan Lees says "The next big date is 25th January when we will find out which site has been chosen for the new critical care centre. This could be in Epsom or in Sutton. The Liberal Democrats in Epsom & Ewell, as LOCAL people who live in this community, are determined that nothing happens to take away our local hospital from Epsom."
At December's meeting of the Borough Council, Cllr Jonathan Lees was heavily criticised by the leaders of the RA Party for "daring" to suggest that the public should be allowed to ask questions at the start of meetings. Cllr Lees said later, "We obviously touched a raw nerve tonight!"
Surrey County Council has increased its share of council tax for 2003-2004 by 17.9%. Cllr. Janet Maines, Lib Dem group leader said: "This Tory-run County Council has got to move away from crisis management, with its ever spiralling costs, by investing in preventative measures that are good value for money and that better meet the needs of Surrey residents".
The Liberal Democrats are committed to rebuilding the trust and compassion that the UK was once known for. We believe that our country has a responsibility to support those in need, no matter where they are in the world.
For too long, years of neglect and mismanagement by the previous Conservative Government have pushed our prison system into a deep crisis.
The Liberal Democrats have long championed proportional representation, advocating for a voting system where every vote truly counts. We believe that reforming our electoral system is crucial for a fairer democracy and better governance.
