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On track to beat the Conservatives at the next General Election
This month, we celebrated our 7th set of gains in a row at local elections -
our best ever winning streak.
Gaining 163 councillors and three councils outright, while taking control of
four more, we’re now thesecond party of local government
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controlling more councils than the Conservatives!
The trajectory is clear - people are done with the Conservatives, and more
and more people are looking to the Liberal Democrats to take the country
forward.
It’s showing in the polls too. 🔽 Please share this with your friends and
family to show how our support is growing.
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The Government’s deal with the EU is a welcome first step - but we can, and
must, go further.
After years of damage due to the Conservatives’ botched deal, it’s time to
forge a real partnership that will make our country stronger, safer, and
wealthier.
We’re the only party calling for a bespoke customs union with the EU –
slashing red tape and boosting exports, with the potential to grow the economy
by 2.2% – ten times more than the current deal!
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We’re also pushing for a Youth Mobility Scheme to give young people the
freedom to work and study across Europe; something Labour’s deal only gave a
vague commitment to.
While other parties drag their feet or dwell on the past, we’re offering
real, ambitious solutions to move Britain forward.
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the difference ambition can make:
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The Government’s Home Office fee rise risks worsening the social care crisis
Although the Government is right to try and fix the broken immigration system
left by the Conservatives, imposing crippling Home Office fees on social care
providers to make it harder for them to recruit from abroad, will push many
care homes to the brink.
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The Government must extend care workers’ visas without the immigration skills
charge, while implementing a clear plan to recruit British workers to fill
vacancies. This would include implementing our Carer’s Minimum Wage and
speeding up reforms to the apprenticeship system.
Please share our demands on social media so the Government’s reforms don’t
have unintended consequences for our economy and for our loved ones who rely on
care:
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<[link removed]>📚 New Book by Ed Davey – ‘Why I Care, and
Why Care Matters’
Discover the powerful, personal story of our party leader with his new book.
In ‘Why I Care, and Why Care Matters’, Ed shares his moving journey as a
carer, along with the untold stories of others like him. With honesty and
heart, he calls for a national conversation about care – and why it must be at
the centre of a better society.
The book is already sparking conversations - Ed’s campaign for carers was
backed bythe Guardian
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this week.
Get your copy today to learn more about why we must better care for our
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Liberal Democrat wins on justice reform
Last week, Josh Babarinde MP secured a change in the law to see domestic
abusers properly identified at law. This will close a dangerous loophole that
saw domestic abusers released early from prison because they were convicted of
general offences like ABH, assault or battery - posing a threat to victims.
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The Government also accepted the Gauke Review's recommendation of a
presumption against short prison sentences, which we’ve long championed. This
will ease overcrowding, improve rehabilitation, and reduce reoffending.
Finally, in a win led by Sarah Olney MP, the Government will make more court
transcripts free for victims of rape and sexual abuse, making access to justice
fairer and boosting transparency. This comes after one of her constituents was
asked to pay over £7,000 to access their case transcript.
These three wins show our growing influence in Parliament and our focus on
practical reforms that deliver real change.
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Too many lives in the LGBTQ+ community have been blighted by discrimination
and hate.
International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, & Biphobia, which was
celebrated on 17 May, is a chance to recognise this and chart a better course
forward.
Liberal Democrats will always stand up against homophobia, transphobia &
biphobia. And we'll fight for a fair society where everyone’s rights and
dignity are upheld.
You can watch Ed Davey’s statement marking the day here:
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As we enter Pride month in June, Lib Dems will be celebrating and championing
LGBTQ+ rights across the country. If you're attending any Pride events, we hope
you have a wonderful time!
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Following our stunning local election results on 1 May, we’ve had plenty of
other wins in council by-elections since.
We celebrated two held seats in Eastleigh (in Eastleigh Central
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andHedge End South
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), holds inSutton
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andWest Sussex
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, and a gain inMaldon
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Congratulations to those elected and thank you to all our candidates for
flying the liberal flag.
In the Media
Almost a quarter of elective operations in England cancelled at last minute
took longer than 28 days to rearrange
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Lib Dems launch ‘Reform watch’ to monitor party in local government
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Clive Jones MP: 'I'm a man and people wouldn't believe I had breast cancer,
including my GP'
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Ed Davey on The News Agents podcast talking about the UK-EU relationship
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Military families ‘struggling’ with their homes during VE Day celebrations – MP
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available. If you’re keen to contribute in whatever capacity suits you best,
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