Lib Dem News

Changes in political leadership at Southampton City Council

Cllr Matt Bunday joins the Southampton Liberal Democrats

The Liberal Democrat Group on Southampton City Council has gained a new member, as Cllr Matt Bunday formally joins the party following his resignation from Labour. His move increases the number of Liberal Democrat councillors to six...

Southampton Lib Dems Confirm 2026 Candidates for Bassett, Shirley and Swaythling

The Liberal Democrats have confirmed their candidates for the 2026 City Council elections in three wards where the party already holds a seat — building on recent gains and aiming to strengthen their presence in key areas across Southampton.

An anniversary and a new municipal year – opportunities for reflection

This week marked the tenth anniversary of the death of Charles Kennedy, Lib Dem leader from 1999 to 2005. It reminded me that I have been a member of the party for 10 years as I joined at that time, having been inspired by Kennedy.

Enough is Enough: Liberal Democrats Back Crackdown on Motorbike Noise Pollution in Bassett

Enough is Enough: Liberal Democrats Back Crackdown on Motorbike Noise Pollution in Bassett Residents near Bassett Avenue and the Chilworth Roundabout are calling for urgent action to tackle persistent motorbike noise caused by illegally...

Abandoned Vehicles Cleared from Shirley Pond Park Following Lib Dem Action

Residents visiting Shirley Pond Park will be pleased to see a long-standing eyesore finally gone. An abandoned car and burnt-out motorbike that had been blighting the green space have now been removed — thanks to action taken by local Liberal Democrat...