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Demanding a Fair Deal for Chingford, Walthamstow, Leyton & Leytonstone Published and promoted by Waltham Forest Liberal Democrats all at PO Box 81748, London, E17 0BS. www.walthamforestlibdems.org

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Waltham Forest Liberal Democrats @wflds.bsky.social · 6h
🔶Waltham Forest Liberal Democrats on tour ➡️ Holborn & St Pancras edition 💫 Good luck to our fantastic candidate Patrick Stillman in tomorrow’s by-election 🗳️Vote Lib Dem! #holbornbyelection #patrickstillman #votelibdem #wfld
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Waltham Forest Liberal Democrats @wflds.bsky.social · 18h
Conservatives indulging in Truss-style fantasy economics for ‘Britannia Shield’
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Conservatives indulging in Truss-style fantasy economics for ‘Britannia Shield’
Responding to the Conservative Party’s plans for a ‘Britannia Shield’ defence system, Liberal Democrat Defence Spokesperson James MacCleary MP said:
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Waltham Forest Liberal Democrats @wflds.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
2/2 The Green Party’s decision at its conference this weekend to declare that “Zionism is racism” takes us further away from that goal. Read our full statement here 👇 www.walthamforestlibdems.org/news/article...
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Waltham Forest Liberal Democrats statement on the Green Party’s ‘Zionism is Racism’ policy
Peace will not be built by denying the rights or humanity of either Palestinians or Israelis.
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Waltham Forest Liberal Democrats @wflds.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
Peace will not be built by denying the rights or humanity of either Palestinians or Israelis. After years of horrific bloodshed, displacement & suffering, the challenge facing all those who want peace is how Palestinians & Israelis can live as equals, with dignity, justice & security. 1/2
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Waltham Forest Liberal Democrats statement on the Green Party’s ‘Zionism is Racism’ policy
Peace will not be built by denying the rights or humanity of either Palestinians or Israelis.
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Waltham Forest Liberal Democrats @wflds.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
Lib Dems: Government must 'get a grip' on military base security
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Waltham Forest Liberal Democrats @wflds.bsky.social · 04/10/2026
Brown-Fuller: "Something doesn't add up" with new Tory prison plans
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Brown-Fuller: "Something doesn't add up" with new Tory prison plans
Responding to the Conservative's plans to open 50,000 new prison places in 7 years, in part funded through cutting the International Aid budget to just 0.1% of GDP, Liberal Democrat Justice Spokesperson...
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Waltham Forest Liberal Democrats @wflds.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
‘Your First Home’: a massive own goal
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‘Your First Home’: a massive own goal
Gideon Amos MP on why the Prime Minister’s re-hashing of Help To Buy will not solve the housing crisis
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Waltham Forest Liberal Democrats @wflds.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
Lib Dems: Govt should expel Iranian diplomats who’ve assisted acts of terror if Iran is behind Fairford plot
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Lib Dems: Govt should expel Iranian diplomats who’ve assisted acts of terror if Iran is behind Fairford plot
Responding as the Government has revealed it believes Iran played a part in the RAF Fairford incident, Liberal Democrat Foreign Affairs Spokesperson, Calum Miller MP, said:
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Waltham Forest Liberal Democrats @wflds.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Heylings: Protect our most vulnerable this winter PM, introduce our essential energy guarantee
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Heylings: Protect our most vulnerable this winter PM, introduce our essential energy guarantee
Responding to the Cornwall Insights report which shows UK households will face the highest rise in energy bills in 4 years this January, in addition to the price cap rising tomorrow (October 1st), Liberal...
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Waltham Forest Liberal Democrats @wflds.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Faith in courts must be restored as backlog hits record high
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Faith in courts must be restored as backlog hits record high
Responding to the backlog of crown court cases reaching new highs in England and Wales, Liberal Democrat Justice Spokesperson, Jess Brown-Fuller MP, said:
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Waltham Forest Liberal Democrats @wflds.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Waltham Forest Liberal Democrats are calling on the Government to introduce a Burglary Response Guarantee – ensuring every domestic burglary is attended by police and properly investigated. People deserve to know that when their home is burgled, it will be taken seriously. 2/2
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Waltham Forest Liberal Democrats @wflds.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
🚨 Just 4% of London burglaries resulted in a charge in 2025. Of 48,244 burglaries reported to the Met Police: 🔹 Just 1,918 (3.98%) resulted in a charge
🔹 In 38,275 cases (79.34%), no suspect was identified
🔹 Overall, 96% did not result in anyone being charged 1/2
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Ed Davey @eddavey.libdems.org.uk · 24/09/2026
The people developing super-intelligent AI have warned it could kill us all. We can’t leave the future of humanity in the hands of Trump or the tech billionaires. We need a global treaty to press pause before it’s too late.
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Helen Maguire MP 🔶 @helenmaguiremp.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Until we give staff and patients more power to speak up, and introduce stronger duties on managers, boards and NHS leaders to whistleblow, patients like these women will continue to be failed. 2/2
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Helen Maguire MP 🔶 @helenmaguiremp.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
A review is welcome, but frankly, it’s the bare minimum. Something has clearly gone catastrophically wrong in this trust, putting women in harms way. 1/2 www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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County Durham breast cancer failure bosses to review 4,500 more cases
The BBC has spoken to women who suffered unnecessary surgery, delayed diagnoses and a lack of care.
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ALDC @assoclibdemcllrs.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
🗳️ Five more by-elections are taking place today, with Lib Dems standing in all of them! Good luck to our teams on the ground 🤞 🔴 Milton Keynes, New Bradwell 🟢 Cotswold, Blockley 🔵 South Staffordshire, Wombourne North 🔴 Brighton and Hove, Queens Park 🔵 Windsor and Maidenhead, Bray
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Faiz @faizlibdem.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
I watched #EdDavey' speech. Here's why it matters. #LiberalDemocrat www.libdemvoice.org/i-watched-ed...
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I watched Ed Davey’s speech. Here’s why it matters
Whilst those in the media world and the Westminster bubble speculate about the future of our party leader, Ed Davey, Ed focused on what matters most – a plan to end the squeeze on middle-income earner...
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Waltham Forest Liberal Democrats @wflds.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Hastings and Eastbourne MPs condemn abuse of RNLI volunteers
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Sussex MPs condemn 'disgusting' abuse of lifeboat volunteers
Helena Dollimore, Labour and Co-operative MP for Hastings, and Josh Babarinde, Liberal Democrat MP for Eastbourne, issued the joint statement.
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Waltham Forest Liberal Democrats @wflds.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Tackling Illegal E-Bikes and Dangerous Riding
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Tackling Illegal E-Bikes and Dangerous Riding
By clamping down on illegal supply chains, holding tech platforms to account, and keeping our pavements safe for pedestrians, the Liberal Democrats are ensuring our towns and cities remain safe, accessible,...
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Waltham Forest Liberal Democrats @wflds.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Feeding Britain: A Food Security Emergency
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Feeding Britain: A Food Security Emergency
The Liberal Democrats are standing up for British farmers, protecting our countryside, and taking decisive action to secure affordable, locally grown food for generations to come.
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Waltham Forest Liberal Democrats @wflds.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
The Fight of our Lives
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The Fight of our Lives
Ed Davey's Leaders' Speech to Autumn Conference Speech 2026
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Waltham Forest Liberal Democrats @wflds.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Trading With Our Allies, Standing Up to Trump
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Trading With Our Allies, Standing Up to Trump
The Liberal Democrats will continue to champion open, fair trade, defend British economic interests, and build reliable alliances across Europe and the Commonwealth - in light of yet another act of bullying...
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Waltham Forest Liberal Democrats @wflds.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Sovereignty in the Age of AI
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Sovereignty in the Age of AI
The Liberal Democrats are ready to establish the UK as a world leader in responsible, democratic AI - backing home-grown talent, protecting national security, and ensuring technology works for everyone.
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Waltham Forest Liberal Democrats @wflds.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Restoring our Waters: Britain's Water Company Crisis
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Restoring our Waters: Britain's Water Company Crisis
The Liberal Democrats are standing up for billpayers, protecting our waterways, and demanding a water system that serves the public interest.
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Waltham Forest Liberal Democrats @wflds.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Cooper to unveil plan to rip down barriers to business and end the ‘computer says no’ economy
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Cooper to unveil plan to rip down barriers to business and end the ‘computer says no’ economy
In her keynote speech at the Liberal Democrat Autumn Conference, party Treasury spokesperson Daisy Cooper will unveil a 30-page report on how to “Get Britain Growing Again” warning that economic growth...
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Waltham Forest Liberal Democrats @wflds.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Big Tech should fund new police agency to tackle serious online crimes
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Big Tech should fund new police agency to tackle serious online crimes
In his keynote speech at Liberal Democrat Autumn Conference, the Party’s Home Affairs spokesperson Max Wilkinson MP will today [Monday 21st September] announce plans to create a brand new police agency...
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Waltham Forest Liberal Democrats @wflds.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Take the profit out of water and smash the revolving door between regulators and water industry, say Lib Dems
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Take the profit out of water and smash the revolving door between regulators and water industry, say Lib Dems
The Liberal Democrats will use their autumn party conference to set out a radical vision to overhaul the broken water industry, launching a major new policy motion to tackle Britain’s water company...
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Waltham Forest Liberal Democrats @wflds.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Davey: Maternity care scandal must end this Parliament as childbirth injuries reach record high rates
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Davey: Maternity care scandal must end this Parliament as childbirth injuries reach record high rates
Liberal Democrat leader Ed Davey is today demanding an end to the maternity care scandal by the close of this parliament as figures reveal life-altering childbirth injuries have reached a record high...
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Waltham Forest Liberal Democrats @wflds.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Introducing Anti-SLAPP Legislation
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Introducing Anti-SLAPP Legislation
Liberal Democrats believe nobody should be able to use vast sums of money to silence legitimate public scrutiny. Our new policy calls for comprehensive, universal anti-SLAPP legislation to uphold media...
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Waltham Forest Liberal Democrats @wflds.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
A Liberal Vision for Primary Healthcare
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A Liberal Vision for Primary Healthcare
Liberal Democrat members have renewed our commitment to fix the front door of the NHS, restore patient choice, end dental deserts, and ensure preventative care is accessible before health problems turn...
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Waltham Forest Liberal Democrats @wflds.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Supporting People to Age Well
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Supporting People to Age Well
Supporting people to age well and maintain their independence is better for them and common-sense for the NHS. The Liberal Democrats are taking a stand to fix social care, protect our NHS, and ensure...
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Waltham Forest Liberal Democrats @wflds.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Stopping Violence Against Women and Girls
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Stopping Violence Against Women and Girls
The Liberal Democrats are taking a stand to hold tech companies accountable, equip the police with the right powers, and build a digital world where women and girls can live safely and without fear.
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Waltham Forest Liberal Democrats @wflds.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Restoring Trans Rights
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Restoring Trans Rights
The Liberal Democrats will continue to stand in solidarity with trans and non-binary communities, defending equal rights, personal dignity and safety for all.
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Waltham Forest Liberal Democrats @wflds.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Britain’s Wildfire Crisis
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Britain’s Wildfire Crisis
Following the UK's hottest summer on record, escalating heatwaves and severe droughts have triggered catastrophic blazes across the country, damaging delicate ecosystems and destroying homes.
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Waltham Forest Liberal Democrats @wflds.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
🔶 Waltham Forest Liberal Democrats have been busy at the party conference in Brighton debating new policies, learning about important issues, and engaging with members from across the country. 🔶 Here’s to more “Liberty, Equality & Community”! 🧡 #libdems #votelibdem
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Waltham Forest Liberal Democrats @wflds.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Ed Davey condemns 'groups of thugs in black shirts' for intimidating RNLI volunteers
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Waltham Forest Liberal Democrats @wflds.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Daisy Cooper Keynote Speech | Autumn Conference 2026
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Daisy Cooper Keynote Speech | Autumn Conference 2026
Daisy Cooper, Liberal Democrat Treasury Spokesperson, makes her Key...
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Waltham Forest Liberal Democrats @wflds.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Lib Dems to end scandal of harm in maternity care and make Britain the safest place in the world to have a baby
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Lib Dems to end scandal of harm in maternity care and make Britain the safest place in the world to have a baby
The Liberal Democrats have today set out the Party’s £600 million rescue plan to end the maternity care scandal and make Britain the safest place in the world to have a baby, which follows sustained...
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Waltham Forest Liberal Democrats @wflds.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Making Music Matter
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Making Music Matter
Liberal Democrat members have passed a new policy to safeguard creators from AI exploitation, support grassroots venues, tear down barriers to touring, and rebuild music education for every child.
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Waltham Forest Liberal Democrats @wflds.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Getting the Nation Walking, Wheeling and Cycling
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Getting the Nation Walking, Wheeling and Cycling
Liberal Democrats believe active travel is not just transport policy - it is preventive healthcare, environmental action, and economic common sense.
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Waltham Forest Liberal Democrats @wflds.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
Defending Democracy
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Defending Democracy
The Liberal Democrats have always believed that power belongs to the people, not foreign states, tech algorithms, or wealthy elites. Our new policy will defend British democracy, root out dark money,...
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Waltham Forest Liberal Democrats @wflds.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
Conference Conversations - a new Lib Dem podcast
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Conference Conversations
Podcast · Liberal Democrats · Conversations from the Liberal Democrat Autumn Conference in Brighton.
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Waltham Forest Liberal Democrats @wflds.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
Davey makes rallying cry to activists as his party faces down “nasty populism” - “we care, we fight”
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Davey makes rallying cry to activists as his party faces down “nasty populism” - “we care, we fight”
In his rally speech to activists on the first evening of Autumn Conference in Brighton, party leader Ed Davey laid out his political journey, from campaigning against apartheid in South Africa while he...
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Waltham Forest Liberal Democrats @wflds.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
Tackling the Maternity Crisis
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Tackling the Maternity Crisis
Britain should be the safest country in the world to have a baby. The Liberal Democrats have a bold national plan to end the maternity emergency, fix crumbling wards, and guarantee world-class, safe care...
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Waltham Forest Liberal Democrats @wflds.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
Securing Britain and Defending Liberalism
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Securing Britain and Defending Liberalism
For Everyone
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Waltham Forest Liberal Democrats @wflds.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
Giving Every Child the Best Start in Life
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Giving Every Child the Best Start in Life
The first 1,000 days of a child's life shape their entire future, yet health visiting servicea have seen a dramatic decline. It’s time to back our health visitors, end the postcode lottery, and guarantee...
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Waltham Forest Liberal Democrats @wflds.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
Fixing Family Courts
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Fixing Family Courts
The family court system should be a place of safety, protection, and swift resolution for children and families. Our new policy will reform family justice, roll out proven non-adversarial court models,...
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Waltham Forest Liberal Democrats @wflds.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
Local Candidate Safety
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Local Candidate Safety
The Liberal Democrats are taking a stand to protect our local representatives, safeguard free speech, and defend the integrity of British democracy.
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Waltham Forest Liberal Democrats @wflds.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
Mortality of Children in Temporary Accommodation
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Mortality of Children in Temporary Accommodation
Liberal Democrats believe that no child should ever die because of where they live. Our members have passed a new policy to end this tragedy and guarantee safe, decent housing for every family.
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Waltham Forest Liberal Democrats @wflds.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
Davey: Farage's road to Number 10 runs through the Orange Wall — “and we will not let him pass”
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Davey: Farage's road to Number 10 runs through the Orange Wall — “and we will not let him pass”
Davey will argue that the Conservative surrender to Reform has already happened.
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