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What a year it’s been John...


From the sensational local elections in May, gaining 12 councils and over 400
councillors, to our incredible by-election win in Somerton & Frome, where Sarah
Dyke became our 15th MP!

We returned to in-person Conferences, passing a host of fantastic policies,
including our pre-manifesto,For A Fair Deal.

And we held this Conservative Government to account on the cost-of-living
crisis, obscene NHS wait times, rampant sewage pollution and many more crises
happening under their watch.

We have laid an incredible foundation for 2024 and the General Election!

With that same passion and energy, we can win more seats and ensure the
country gets the representation it deserves.

But we have to be ready now!

John, can you donate to our General Election-fighting fund today to ensure
the Conservative Government falls in 2024?


Donate today ➜
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For everything you have done in 2023 - we cannot say thank you enough.

Here’s to another year of working together to improve the lives of people
across the country.



Also in this Issue


* Sewage victim compensation
* Family Breakup Bill
* Council by-election wins

* Local council successes
* In the Media
* Work for Us


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Sewage victim compensation amendment


This December, the Liberal Democrats proposed an amendment to the Victims and
Prisoners Bill calling for compensation for those getting ill from sewage in
waterways.

With a significant increase in sites being rated ‘poor quality’, and as more
illegal discharges are revealed, it would only be right for water companies to
fund this compensation, especially as they enjoy high profits and pay millions
in bonuses to their CEOs.

But the Conservatives showed their contempt for sewage pollution yet again by
voting the amendment down
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Even when a solution is handed to them on a plate, they still bat the issue
away.

The Liberal Democrats will keep fighting to hold water companies and this
Conservative government to account and get justice for the victims of this
sewage scandal.


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Family Breakup Bill


Last week, the Conservatives announced a slew of half-baked new measures aimed
at curbing migration.

The incredibly high salary requirements for spousal visas has caused
confusion and anxiety for countless families, left wondering if they will be
torn apart as a result.

Our country is better than this. Liberal Democrats will keep fighting for a
fairer immigration system that treats everyone with dignity and respect - and
that means opposing these changes.

These rules will only make it harder for British businesses and the NHS to
recruit the workers which they need, and for families to be reunited in the UK.

Our MPs have raised these concerns with the Home Secretary, and will keep
pushing for a reversal of these new proposals.


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Incredible by-election results



The Lib Dems continue to take great strides in council by-elections up and
down the country.

Congratulations to Cllr Allison Wren for her fantastic GAIN from the
Conservatives inHertfordshire
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Whittle for his GAIN from the Conservatives inNorth Kesteven
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, and to Cllr Dan Sladden and the team inNorth Yorkshire
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for their wins!

What an incredible set of results!


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And here’s why we need more results like this…


Recent developments show how Lib Dem-led councils have taken great strides to
help their local communities and tackle the big issues of today.

Somerset Council has been recognised as a leader in its work to respond to
the climate emergency by CDP, a charity which reports on environmental matters.

The council was rated A- (“Leadership”) thanks to their climate projects,
such as expanding electric vehicle charging points and retrofitting homes to
boost heat efficiency.


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Meanwhile, Watford Borough Council has upgraded over 135 socially rented homes
through grant-funded insulation. Not only will the occupants feel warmer and
have lower energy bills, but the changes will reduce the properties’ carbon
emissions by over 170 tonnes per year.


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Well done to both councils and to all our councillors across the country who
are working hard for their communities.



In the Media


Layla Moran MP on BBC’s Question Time
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Ed Davey MP on BBC Breakfast calling for a General Election
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Cost of NHS dental treatment soars by 40% since 2015 - 25% faster than
inflation
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One in five people on NHS waiting lists in Britain’s worst-hit areas
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Police attend fewer than a quarter of all car theft calls
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Work for Us


We’ve got a wide variety of vacancies - both paid and voluntary - currently
available. If you’re keen to contribute in whatever capacity suits you best,
we’d love to hear from you!


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This time of year is full of celebration. Whether you’re enjoying Christmas,
Hanukkah, or another holiday – we hope your festive season is filled with
warmth, kindness, and the company of loved ones.

We know that for many this can be a difficult time, and it is impossible to
ignore that for some communities this year, it will be particularly poignant.

We hope that the warmth and glow of the holidays can serve as a reminder that
even in the darkness, there is hope.

Best wishes,




Liberal Democrats



'The Conservative Party is tearing itself apart while people suffer and the
NHS is on its knees.

We need a General Election now before they do any further damage to our
country.'

- Ed Davey MP calling for a General Election now




Join us today


If we're going to secure a fairer deal for Britain and get rid of this
Conservative Government at the next election, Liberal Democrats need to take
seats from them across the country.

It couldn't be more important. We need you, John - will you join as a Member,
or register as a Supporter for free, today?


Join as a Member ➜
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