More Grown-up Politics
Politics at its best is a rational and respectful debate between different viewpoints to decide the best way forward for the community. It focuses on ideas and measures, not on individuals.
31 Oct 2024
Wokingham Borough Liberal Democrats
NHS
Clive Jones Budget response: I will hold the Government’s “feet to the fire” on NHS funding for Wokingham
Local Liberal Democrat MP for Wokingham, Clive Jones, has said the extra funding for the NHS announced in the Budget must deliver improved health services for local people, including extra GP and NHS dentist appointments.
30 Oct 2024
NHS
“£1.5bn windfall should be used to protect Britain’s pensioners”, says Clive Jones
In light of the Government’s recent windfall of £1.5bn from Octopus Energy, Clive Jones has asked the Government to use that money to reverse the Winter Fuel Allowance cut.
28 Oct 2024
NHS
8,365 12 hour A&E waits in Royal Berkshire Hospital as Wokingham MP calls on Chancellor to “winterproof” local health services
The Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust, which predominantly relates to Royal Berkshire Hospital, has seen a shocking 8,365 waits of 12 hours or more in its A&E so far this year.
28 Oct 2024
Environment
Council celebrates progress on the Climate Emergency Action Plan and calls for greater ambition
The Liberal Democrats in Wokingham remain committed to the goals of the Climate Emergency Action Plan. The fifth progress report was approved by Council at its meeting on 24 October 2024 and included recommendations for a more ambitious approach.
25 Oct 2024
WBC
Council approves Wokingham Community Vision 2035
The Liberal Democrats in Wokingham are delighted that the Community Vision 2035 was approved by Wokingham Borough Council at its meeting on 24 October 2024. The Wokingham Vision 2035 was developed in collaboration with local people and organisations.
25 Oct 2024
UK Lib Dem news
LGBT+
Free To Be Who You Are
As liberals, we believe that true equality is achieved when individuals are not only free from prejudice and discrimination, but also free to fulfil their potential. So fighting for LGBTQ+ rights is not a choice Liberals make.
CJ
22 Mar 2025
Latest UK News
Making Britain a science superpower
The Liberal Democrats' bold plan to restore UK leadership in science and innovation will drive investment, boost global collaboration, and ensure technology benefits everyone, not just the privileged few.
VC
22 Mar 2025
Latest UK News
A message from Christine Jardine on International Women's Day
Reflecting on the year’s International Women’s Day theme of “accelerate action”, I am sadly reminded of how much more we still need to achieve.
CJMP
7 Mar 2025