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LGA Liberal Democrat Group @libdemlocalgov.bsky.social · 7m

Today is World Mental Health Day — a time to reflect, raise awareness, and support wellbeing for all. This year’s theme is “Lived Experiences Heard: Real Voices, Real Change”.

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LGA Liberal Democrat Group @libdemlocalgov.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

Applications for ALDC's G8 scheme to help elect more Liberal Democrats in local government are now open. The deadline for applications is Friday 30 October 2026 at 11am. www.aldc.org/grants/g8-ca...

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LGA Liberal Democrat Group @libdemlocalgov.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

Liberal Democrat run South Cambridgeshire District Council is making it simpler for residents to help keep streets clean, thanks to new QR code stickers being rolled out across its maintained litter and dog waste bins. www.local.gov.uk/publications...

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LGA Liberal Democrat Group @libdemlocalgov.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

Good luck to the Liberal Democrat candidates in today's council by-elections 🔶 Aberdeen; Rosemount Midstocket - Sandy Stephen Lambeth; Myatt’s Fields - Christopher French Newcastle-under-Lyme; Town - Morgan Inwood

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LGA Liberal Democrat Group @libdemlocalgov.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

The Local Government Association is holding a virtual webinar "Finance without numbers: An introduction to local government finance" next Wednesday (14 October) between 6:00pm-7:30pm. lgaevents.local.gov.uk/lga/frontend...

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LGA Liberal Democrat Group @libdemlocalgov.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

The Local Government Association is holding a virtual panel session "Powering up active travel: the role of e-bikes in local transport policy next Wednesday (14 October) between 10:30am-12:00pm lgaevents.local.gov.uk/lga/frontend...

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LGA Liberal Democrat Group @libdemlocalgov.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

The Local Government Association is holding a virtual event, on Tuesday 13 October 2:00-3:30pm, looking at what councils can do regarding digital leadership following the Government's annoucement reviewing elements of Local Government Reorganisation. lgaevents.local.gov.uk/lga/frontend...

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LGA Liberal Democrat Group @libdemlocalgov.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

There’s still time to book your place at ALDC’s November Kickstart weekend which will take place on 20-22 November at Yarnfield Park Training and Conference Centre. Register for Kickstart at: aldc.org/training www.aldc.org/2026/01/kick...

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LGA Liberal Democrat Group @libdemlocalgov.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

Liberal Democrat Councillor installs own hedgehog sign after Labour council refuses to act! York City Councillor Christian Vassie paid for and installed the sign, following a campaign sparked by concerns over hedgehog deaths on the village's roads www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

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LGA Liberal Democrat Group @libdemlocalgov.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Congratulations to all the local party winners of this year ALDC Local Campaigner Awards. Bradford won the Best Literature Award. Kirklees won the Best By-Election Campaign. Sutton won the Best Local Election Campaign. Portsmouth won the Overall Winner Award.

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LGA Liberal Democrat Group @libdemlocalgov.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

ALDC's Town & Parish Councillor online conference is returning for its third year running. It will take place on Saturday 17 October between 10:00am to 1:00pm. www.aldc.org/2026/09/town...

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LGA Liberal Democrat Group @libdemlocalgov.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

The Brownfield Land Release Fund 3 is a programme offering up to £104m in capital funding between 2026/27 and 2029/30, to enable councils to release council-owned sites on brownfield land for housing development. For 2026/27, up to £34.7m is available. www.local.gov.uk/our-support/...

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LGA Liberal Democrat Group @libdemlocalgov.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Congratulations Councillor Julie Calder 🔶 The Liberal Democrats have gained Wick and East Caithness on Highland Council from Independent. 🔶 Liberal Democrat Julie Calder - 1522, 50.4% ⚪️ Independent - 714, 23.6% 🟡 SNP - 424, 14.0% ➡️ Reform - 283, 9.4% 🔵 Conservative - 79, 2.6%

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LGA Liberal Democrat Group @libdemlocalgov.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

A reminder that applications close for the Local Government Association Boosting Middle Leaders course 23:59 on 5 October. Find out more and apply at www.local.gov.uk/our-support/...

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LGA Liberal Democrat Group @libdemlocalgov.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Congratulations to Howard Sykes MBE who won this year's ALDC's President's Award. First elected as the UK's youngest councillor, Howard helped build ALDC as its Chief Executive, led the LGA Liberal Democrat Group, and served as Oldham Council Leader.

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LGA Liberal Democrat Group @libdemlocalgov.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

The Local Government Association is holding a virtual introduction to financial governance – Programme 1, Module 2 next Thursday (8 October), 10:00am-1:00pm. lgaevents.local.gov.uk/lga/frontend...

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LGA Liberal Democrat Group @libdemlocalgov.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

This #BlackHistoryMonth we celebrate the theme Honouring Our Communities. www.blackhistorymonth.org.uk/black-histor...

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LGA Liberal Democrat Group @libdemlocalgov.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Northumberland; Hirst - Calvin Clark Stirling; Forth & Endrick - James MacLaren

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LGA Liberal Democrat Group @libdemlocalgov.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Good luck to the Liberal Democrat candidates in today's council by-elections 🔶 Blackpool; Claremont - Kevin Benfold Highland; Wick & East Caithness - Julie Calder North West Leicestershire; Long Whatton & Diseworth - Ian Bradley

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LGA Liberal Democrat Group @libdemlocalgov.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

The Local Government Association is launching new best practice guidance to support councils establish and develop Local Partnership Forums for Homelessness in a virtual event next Wednesday (Wednesday 7 October), between 10:00-11:00am lgaevents.local.gov.uk/lga/frontend...

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LGA Liberal Democrat Group @libdemlocalgov.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

ALDC will be holding two webinars this Friday, at 12:30 and 5:30pm, for anyone interested in becoming a Liberal Democrat Councillor. Find out more and book your place at www.aldc.org/2025/12/webi...

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LGA Liberal Democrat Group @libdemlocalgov.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Congratulations to Liberal Democrat Councillor Lucy Nethsingha who is one of this year's County Councils Network Vice-Chairs. The Liberal Democrats are now the second largest party at the County Councils Network having overtaking the Conservatives. www.countycouncilsnetwork.org.uk/news/new-pol...

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LGA Liberal Democrat Group @libdemlocalgov.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

The Local Government Association is holding a virtual guide to Casework Management next Monday (5 October 2026), between 1:00pm-2:30pm. lgaevents.local.gov.uk/lga/frontend...

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LGA Liberal Democrat Group @libdemlocalgov.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Last weekend, the Liberal Democrat Leader of Gloucestershire County Council Lisa Spivey gave a keynote speech at Liberal Democrat Conference. You can watch the speech at www.youtube.com/watch?v=g1Sg...

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LGA Liberal Democrat Group @libdemlocalgov.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Congratulations to Liberal Democrat run Watford Borough Council who recently won the APSE - Association for Public Service Excellence Best Efficiency and Transformation Initiative Award. apse.org.uk/index.cfm/ap...

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LGA Liberal Democrat Group @libdemlocalgov.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Last Sunday we held our No Overall Control fringe meeting at Liberal Democrat Conference. Thank you to Zöe Franklin MP, Leader of Milton Keynes Jane Carr, Deputy Leader of Southwark Victor Chamberlain and Polly Mackenzie for speaking and to Councillor Bridget Smith for chairing.

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LGA Liberal Democrat Group @libdemlocalgov.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Responding to the Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman review of Adult Social Care Complaints 2025-26, Liberal Democrat Councillor Wendy Taylor said "It is encouraging to see acknowledgement of the improvement councils and care providers are making." www.local.gov.uk/about/news/a...

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LGA Liberal Democrat Group @libdemlocalgov.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Last Saturday we held our fringe meeting 'Bridging the digital divide and reconnecting Britain' at the Liberal Democrat Conference. Thank you to Helen Morgan MP, Victoria Collins MP and Cornwall Council Leader Leigh Frost for speaking and Councillor Amanda Hopgood for chairing.

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LGA Liberal Democrat Group @libdemlocalgov.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

There’s still time to secure your place at National Children and Adult Services Conference (NCASC) 2026, join colleagues from across children’s and adult services for three days of insight, discussion, learning and networking. ncasc.info

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LGA Liberal Democrat Group @libdemlocalgov.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Happy Sukkot to all those celebrating. Chag Sukkot Sameach!

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LGA Liberal Democrat Group @libdemlocalgov.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Applications for ALDC's Future Leaders Programme close on Wednesday 30 September. The Programme is specifically for Liberal Democrats from ethnic minority backgrounds who want to develop their campaigning and leadership skills. Find out more and apply at www.aldc.org/2026/09/future-leaders/

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LGA Liberal Democrat Group @libdemlocalgov.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

The Local Government Association with ADASS are holding an online introduction to Adult Social Care - Delivery and Legislative Frameworks on Friday 2 October between 9:00–10:30am for Yorkshire and the Humber Adults Social Care Leaders To register email Richard.parry@local.gov.uk

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LGA Liberal Democrat Group @libdemlocalgov.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Congratulations to Councillor Harry Wormington 🔶 The Liberal Democrats have gained Cranbrook, Sissinghurst & Frittenden from the Tunbridge Wells Alliance 🔶 Liberal Democrat - Harry Wormington: 697, 37.4% 🔵 Conservative: 590, 31.6% ➡️ Reform: 392, 21.0% 🟢 Green: 188, 10.0%

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LGA Liberal Democrat Group @libdemlocalgov.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

South Staffordshire; Wombourne North - Michael Jones Windsor & Maidenhead; Bray - Joanna Korczak

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LGA Liberal Democrat Group @libdemlocalgov.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Good luck to the Liberal Democrat candidates in today's council by-elections 🔶 Brighton and Hove; Queen’s Park - Rudi Dikty-Daudiyan Cotswold; Blockley - Danny Loveridge Milton Keynes; New Bradwell - Martin Clarke

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LGA Liberal Democrat Group @libdemlocalgov.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Happy Bi Visibility Day to all those marking the occasion.

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LGA Liberal Democrat Group @libdemlocalgov.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Good luck to the Liberal Democrat candidate in today's council by-election 🔶 Tunbridge Wells; Cranbrook, Sissinghurst & Frittenden - Harry Wormington

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LGA Liberal Democrat Group @libdemlocalgov.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Liberal Democrat Conference has passed a motion on Local Candidate Safety. The abuse, threats, and intimidation aimed at local political candidates and councillors actively undermines our democracy. www.libdems.org.uk/news/article...

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LGA Liberal Democrat Group @libdemlocalgov.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

We held two roundtables at Liberal Democrat Conference for some of our Adult Social Care and Children’s Services & Education Portfolio Holders with members of the Parliamentary teams including Alison Bennett MP, Munira Wilson MP, Caroline Voaden MP and Lord Shaffaq Mohammed.

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LGA Liberal Democrat Group @libdemlocalgov.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

A couple of photographs from Councillor Lisa Spivey’s keynote speech at Liberal Democrat Conference this weekend.

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LGA Liberal Democrat Group @libdemlocalgov.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

Thank you to Liberal Democrat Leader Sir Ed Davey MP for speaking at tonight’s LGA Liberal Democrat Group Local Government Reception.

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LGA Liberal Democrat Group @libdemlocalgov.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

Wishing a peaceful and thoughtful Yom Kippur to Jewish communities across the UK and the world.

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LGA Liberal Democrat Group @libdemlocalgov.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

Don't forget our Local Government Reception will take place tonight at at 6:15-7:15pm in the Balmoral Room in the Hilton Metropole. The Reception will hear from LGA Liberal Democrat Group Leader Councillor Bridget Smith and Liberal Democrat Leader Sir Ed Davey MP.

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LGA Liberal Democrat Group @libdemlocalgov.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

Don't forget our fringe meeting 'No Overall Control? Cooperation and competition between progressives with multi party politics' will take place this afternoon between 1:45-2:45pm in the Consort Room in the Grand Hotel.

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LGA Liberal Democrat Group @libdemlocalgov.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Our Conference Local Government Reception will take place tomorrow. All friends of Local Government welcome on Sunday at 6:15-7:15pm in the Balmoral Room in the Hilton Metropole. The Reception will hear from Councillor Bridget Smith and Liberal Democrats Leader Sir Ed Davey MP.

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LGA Liberal Democrat Group @libdemlocalgov.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Our fringe meeting 'No Overall Control? Cooperation and competition between progressives with multi party politics' will take place tomorrow (Sunday) between 1:45-2:45pm in the Consort Room in the Grand Hotel.

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LGA Liberal Democrat Group @libdemlocalgov.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Don't forget today's debate on Local Candidate Safety will take place today at 5:30pm. Please support this important motion. www.aldc.org/2026/08/loca...

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LGA Liberal Democrat Group @libdemlocalgov.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Councillor Lisa Spivey, Leader of Gloucestershire County Council, will be giving a keynote speech to Liberal Democrat Conference today in the Conference Hall at 5:15pm.

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LGA Liberal Democrat Group @libdemlocalgov.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Don't forget our fringe meeting 'Building the digital divide & reconnecting Britain' at this year's Liberal Democrat Conference in Brighton will take place today at 1:00-2:00pm in Meeting Room 1C in the Brighton Centre.

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