Community skips to be introduced in Southwark
Southwark Council has today announced that it will introduce community skips – after a long running campaign and manifesto commitment from the Southwark Liberal Democrats.
16 Sep 2026
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Developers in Southwark to pay fairer share on student developments
Southwark Council announced today (15th September) that the community infrastructure levy (CIL) will be increased on developers building student accommodation.
15 Sep 2026
Southwark Liberal Democrats demand fair share of new “tourist tax”
Southwark Liberal Democrats have reacted to yesterday’s announcement from the Government that Mayor’s will be given powers to raise an Overnight Visitor Levy (known as a “Tourist Tax”).
11 Sep 2026
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The Liberal Democrats are taking a stand to protect our local representatives, safeguard free speech, and defend the integrity of British democracy.
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by Zöe Franklin
19 Sep 2026
Children & Families
Fixing Family Courts
The family court system should be a place of safety, protection, and swift resolution for children and families. Our new policy will reform family justice, roll out proven non-adversarial court models, and root out domestic abuse risks.
JBF
19 Sep 2026
Children & Families
Giving Every Child the Best Start in Life
The first 1,000 days of a child's life shape their entire future, yet health visiting servicea have seen a dramatic decline. It’s time to back our health visitors, end the postcode lottery, and guarantee every child the healthy, safe start they deserve.
MW
19 Sep 2026
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