Caring for all of Longlevens
Local resident Becky Booth set up a network of volunteers before the lockdown to help people across Longlevens. Here she describes what she did.
1 Jul 2020
News
Local News
Helping support some who have been furloughed
We are living through unprecedented times and it feels like it will be a long time before we get back to living life without restrictions.
1 Jul 2020
Joanne arranges art packs for local children
For those with young children in the house, this summer brought more challenges than usual.
25 Jun 2020
Councillors to praise the community
Councillors are to acknowledge the contribution of the city in helping the most vulnerable in Gloucester during the coronavirus pandemic. A cross-party motion by the Liberal Democrats and Labour Party will be debated by councillors at a meeting of the city council on July 9. The motion praises everyone in the community, as well as council staff, care sector workers and volunteers who helped those in need in Gloucester over the last three months. Council staff have continued to provide critical services, including redeploying staff to ensure vital services were not affected by staff shortages or increased demand due to Covid-19, while others have had to adjust working from home and the challenges that brings. Liberal Democrat group leader Cllr. Jeremy Hilton, who will propose the motion, said: "As councillors we wish to recognise all of Gloucester's all unsung local heroes who have gone above and beyond and done extraordinary things in recent months. "We want to pay tribute to all of the council's staff who ha
23 Jun 2020
News in brief from across Podsmead
Councillor Sebastian Field got a new bin installed outside The Club at Tuffley Park.
20 Jun 2020
Thank you Longlevens
The Liberal Democrats want to say thank you to everyone in Longlevens who has helped other members of the community over the last few months during the Covid-19 lockdown.
20 Jun 2020
Progess being made on Hucclecote post office
We recognise the importance of a local Post Office to Hucclecote and reported through Spotlight earlier in the year on the steps we were taking to make that happen.
15 Jun 2020
Lib Dems call for new arts and culture plan for Gloucester
The Liberal Democrats are calling on the city council to develop an "innovative, imaginative, and safe" programme of arts and cultural events in Gloucester - warning that the creative industries are in danger of collapse.
15 Jun 2020
Regeneration of Podsmead continues
The regeneration plans for Matson and Podsmead are continuing and councillors and officers have met regularly online during the lockdown.
13 Jun 2020
Local resident Jo cooks meals for the needy
Local residents offered their help in any way they could during the lockdown.
2 Jun 2020
How you can get help
The community help hub which connects those that need help with the people in their area that can provide the support remains open.
1 Jun 2020
Lib Dems launch post lockdown plan for Gloucester
The Liberal Democrats have launched a plan to help Gloucester recover from the effects of the coronavirus pandemic and lockdown.
25 May 2020
National News
Economy & Business
Energy bailout to save the high street
Local shops, pubs and restaurants could all close their doors for the last time over the coming months unless the government steps up.
ED
1 Sep 2022
International Affairs
Liberal Democrats stand with the people of Ukraine
Their bravery - in the face of six months of brutal atrocities perpetrated by Putin’s regime - is an inspiration to us all.
LM
24 Aug 2022
Cost of living
Scrap the energy price hike
This is an emergency. Cancel October's planned energy bill rise to save people £1500.
LD
9 Aug 2022
Carers
Stepping up support for Kinship Carers
Liberal Democrats will stand up for carers, so we can provide their children with a better start in life, no matter their background.
MW
6 Jul 2022
LGBTQ+
Celebrating 50 Years of Pride in the UK
We have made incredible strides when it comes to protecting the fundamental human rights of those with LGBT+ identities, but we still have so much work to do.
WH
1 Jul 2022
Lib Dems Winning
Liberal Democrats WIN Tiverton and Honiton
Richard Foord has pulled off a spectacular victory.
LD
27 Jun 2022
Carers
Our Carers Deserve Better
Our carers deserve so much better than this. They deserve to be supported, not penalised. That’s why Liberal Democrats are campaigning to increase the Carer’s Allowance by £1000 each year.
EDLLD
8 Jun 2022
Latest UK News
Celebrating Her Majesty The Queen's Platinum Jubilee
Her service; her sense of selflessness; her steadfast commitment to the nation. These values and her service have defined Her Majesty’s seven decade reign, and will continue to define her.
ED
1 Jun 2022
Lib Dems Winning
Richard Foord is our Tiverton and Honiton by-election candidate
Richard is an incredible candidate, whose dedication to others has shone not only through his career, but also in his voluntary roles in the community.
LD
20 May 2022
Latest UK News
Overriding the Northern Ireland Protocol would be deeply damaging
Scrapping the Protocol would represent a new low. It would be an egregious breach of international law.
LM
17 May 2022
Lib Dems Winning
Lib Dems pick Sarah Dyke for Somerton and Frome
The anticipated Somerton and Frome election will be a close two horse race between the Lib Dems and the Conservatives.
LD
14 May 2022
Local Government
Lib Dems win in local elections
Liberal Democrats are winning and growing stronger in England, Scotland and Wales.
LD
13 May 2022