Elections

Here in the Rochford District, which is a normally a true blue area, the Lib Dems have come a respectable 2nd place. It would appear the Tories have lost their strangle hold on the electorate and have been severely punished coming a humiliating 4th place. Full results below Change UK […]

We’re pleased to say that our candidate, James Newport, romped home with a 70% vote share in the Downhall & Rawreth ward – quite a win! Well done to all who stood in the District elections, it’s not as easy as it may look. There were some surprises and we […]

Here’s our election day video pick

Elections should be serious stuff, but on the lighter side of life can reveal some humour. Take a look at these nominations…

James NewportJames Newport joined the Lib Dem group in 2015 as he recognised how hard they worked locally for residents all year round and was elected to the District Council in 2016 (2016-2018). Passionate about fighting against over development, air pollution, wasted taxpayers money and lack of transparency within the Council. […]

Nominations are in for this years local elections and flying the flag for the Lib Dem’s is James NEWPORT. After many years of service our current Councillor, Ron Oatham, will be taking a well deserved retirement. We’re sure residents will join us in thanking Ron for all his hard work […]

Yes, it’s a rarity in politics but there’s one thing for sure across political parties…we want to make it as convenient as possible for residents to cast their vote. So if you don’t do have a postal vote (more info here) and go to the polling station then you might […]

Every household has received a canvass form from the council that needs to be returned by 16th August. Don’t forget to check it and make any necessary changes then pop it in the post in the enclosed envelope!

Despite managing to hold 1 seat in Downhall & Rawreth (well done Chris Stanley), is this really where it went wrong for our other candidates in a ‘leave’ area? Dr Mark Pack writes about his view here .How local an issue is Brexit? How big an issue should and will […]

It’s Election Day! If you vote for us please don’t forget…

There are some spurious claims come election time, as we witnessed locally as the Conservatives have tried to undermine ALL opposition group, but elsewhere in the country they have simply taken things to another level. In this election leaflet, they claim Labour has ‘delivered’ hepatitis to the local area. Even the local […]