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Wigan, Leigh & Makerfield Liberal Democrats @wlmlibdems.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

Even after today's announcement, high street hospitality businesses up and down the country will still be in serious trouble. Andy Burnham should take up our plan to Save our High Streets, with a proper overhaul of business rates, a crack down on ‘ghost landlords’ and rejuvenating town centres.

Liberal Democrats campaign graphic promoting a plan to boost high streets, alongside a smiling shop worker in an apron. It highlights four proposals: cut VAT for hospitality, reform business rates, crack down on overseas “ghost landlords”, and introduce an “out of town” levy to reinvest in town centres.

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Wigan, Leigh & Makerfield Liberal Democrats @wlmlibdems.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

If Andy Burnham is serious about changing the way we do politics, he would start by fixing our broken voting system. Then we can get on with fixing everything else.

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Wigan, Leigh & Makerfield Liberal Democrats @wlmlibdems.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

The cost of living is forcing people to make difficult choices. One resident told us they've kept their heating at just 17°C all winter, reaching for an extra jumper instead of turning it up. People deserve better than this. Jake Austin, Lib Dem candiate for Makerfield by-election

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Wigan, Leigh & Makerfield Liberal Democrats @wlmlibdems.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

I'm running in the Makerfield by-election because local people deserve better. While others focus on division and political games, I'm focused on the issues that matter: saving the NHS, tackling the cost of living and more. Jake Austin, Lib Dem candiate for Makerfield by-election.

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Wigan, Leigh & Makerfield Liberal Democrats @wlmlibdems.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

Hindley is where I grew up, where my family put down roots, and where I learned the value of community. That's why I'm standing in the Makerfield by-election: to protect our green spaces and make sure every child gets the opportunities they deserve. Jake Austin, Lib Dem candiate for Makerfield

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Wigan, Leigh & Makerfield Liberal Democrats @wlmlibdems.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

Residents across Makerfield tell me the same thing: the cost of living is hitting hard. We have a plan to cut fuel duty, lower public transport fares and break the link between gas and electricity prices to bring down bills. Jake Austin, Lib Dem Candidate for Makerfield by-election.

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Wigan, Leigh & Makerfield Liberal Democrats @wlmlibdems.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

Gas and electricity prices keep rising, and households are paying the price. That's because electricity prices are still tied to the cost of gas. Even as we invest in cheaper renewable energy, bills remain higher than they should be. Jake Austin, Liberal Democrat candidate for Makerfield

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Wigan, Leigh & Makerfield Liberal Democrats @wlmlibdems.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

Everyone deserves to feel safe. Years of cuts to local policing have left communities paying the price. The Liberal Democrats will restore real community policing in Makerfield and across the country. Jake Austin, Liberal Democrat candidate for the Makerfield by-election.

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Wigan, Leigh & Makerfield Liberal Democrats @wlmlibdems.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

No one should have to choose between heating and eating. Liberal Democrats have an ambitious plan to cut the cost of energy bills and bring down the cost of living. Jake Austin, Lib Dem candidate for the Makerfield by-election 🔶

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Liberal Democrats @libdems.org.uk · 10/06/2026

Liberal Democrats have an ambitious plan to cut the cost of energy bills and bring down the cost of living.

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Wigan, Leigh & Makerfield Liberal Democrats @wlmlibdems.bsky.social · 23/05/2026

JUST ANNOUNCED: Jake Austin is the Liberal Democrat candidate in the Makerfield by-election.🔶 Born and raised in Hindley, Jake will champion the issues that matter most to people: cutting the cost of living, protecting our natural environment and supporting our local high streets and businesses.

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Liberal Democrats @libdems.org.uk · 04/05/2026

We’re the party that rolls up our sleeves and gets things done in our communities. We beat Labour and the Conservatives in last years local election and we'll do it again. @lisasmartmp.bsky.social

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Wigan, Leigh & Makerfield Liberal Democrats @wlmlibdems.bsky.social · 18/04/2026

We’re calling for immediate action to tackle the cost of Trump’s war and keep Britain moving.

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Liberal Democrats @libdems.org.uk · 16/04/2026

Labour promised to clean up our politics. Now they're just as bad as the Conservatives.

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Wigan, Leigh & Makerfield Liberal Democrats @wlmlibdems.bsky.social · 16/04/2026

Liberal Democrats are clear: new housing must go hand in hand with new GPs. We will ensure that no community is left overwhelmed. Back our petition: www.libdems.org.uk/development

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Wigan, Leigh & Makerfield Liberal Democrats @wlmlibdems.bsky.social · 11/04/2026

Badenoch and Farage cheered on Trump's war that has send fuel costs soaring. Now they are trying to backpedal with weak plans that give no help today. Our plans would bring down prices at the pump by 12p per litre.

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LGA Liberal Democrat Group @libdemlocalgov.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

The Liberal Democrats lead 8 of the 10 best local authorities for recycling across England, with Liberal Democrat run Stratford-on-Avon District Council taking top place in the most recent figures from DEFRA ♻️ www.gov.uk/government/s...

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Annual results for local authority collected waste generation and management for England.

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Wigan, Leigh & Makerfield Liberal Democrats @wlmlibdems.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

Cut rail fares. Cut bus fares. Slash fuel duty. Our plan to cut the cost of living and Keep Britain Moving. ⬇️

Graphic from the Liberal Democrats titled “Our Plan to Keep Britain Moving” with the tagline “Cutting the Cost of Living.” It lists four policies: reducing fuel duty by 10 percent (saving 12p per litre), cutting bus fares to £1 from a £3 cap, reducing rail fares by 10 percent, and cutting VAT on public electric vehicle charging. Background image shows a person in a suit walking along a train platform.

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Wigan, Leigh & Makerfield Liberal Democrats @wlmlibdems.bsky.social · 29/03/2026

The Government has agreed to incorporate LibDems’ Sunshine Bill into their Future Homes Standard. It means all new homes built from 2028 will come with solar panels. This will reduce bills for owners, reduce pressure on the energy grid and help fight climate change. It’s a Lib Dem win-win-win.

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Wigan, Leigh & Makerfield Liberal Democrats @wlmlibdems.bsky.social · 29/03/2026

Water firms are dumping sewage with impunity while the Government fails to act. It’s time to end the Wild West water industry with a new regulator, full sewage reporting and a system that serves the public, not profit.

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