North Somerset By-Election: Full List of Candidates Following Councillor Resignation Tuesday, October 28, 2025 northsomerset byelection longashton councillors greens conservatives labour liberaldemocrats reformuk localgovernment A by-election in Long Ashton is set for Thursday, November 13, following the resignation of Green councillor Stuart McQuillan. Five major parties—Conservatives, Greens, Labour, Liberal Democrats, and Reform UK—are all … Read More
Liberal Democrats Secure Dual Victories in Somerset Council By-Elections Friday, October 24, 2025 liberaldemocrats somerset byelection dunster glastonbury localgovernment council politics electionresults conservatives The Liberal Democrats celebrated a significant success in Somerset Council’s recent by-elections, winning both contested seats last night. In Glastonbury, the Lib Dems successfully defended their seat, with Ewan Cameron … Read More
New Bath Councillor Stuart Bridge to Serve as a 'Local Champion,' Say Liberal Democrats Monday, October 20, 2025 bath libdem councillor byelection localgovernment widcombe politics liberaldemocrats healthcare council The Liberal Democrats have successfully retained the Widcombe & Lyncombe ward in Bath and North East Somerset Council with Stuart Bridge emerging as the new councillor following a byelection held on October 9. Council … Read More
‘Tax on disabled’ overturned as free parking returns for Blue Badge holders Thursday, October 9, 2025 bluebadge disabled parking wiltshire council accessibility inclusion disabilityrights liberaldemocrats conservatives Wiltshire Council’s Liberal Democrats have successfully overturned a controversial policy implemented by their Conservative predecessors, restoring free parking for Blue Badge holders in council car parks. The decision, made … Read More
Wellington Station Project Moves Forward After Years of Delay Wednesday, September 17, 2025 wellington railway networkrail station construction transport infrastructure campaign somerset liberaldemocrats Wellington’s Member of Parliament, Gideon Amos, has described a recent site meeting with Network Rail officials as “very positive,” as plans for the town’s new railway station gain momentum after years of uncertainty. Mr. … Read More
Somerset MP Faces Criticism Over Staff Salary Offering Below 'Real Living Wage' Monday, September 8, 2025 livingwage parliamentarystaff salarydispute rachelgilmour ipsa liberaldemocrats costofliving constituencystaff employment wagepolicy Rachel Gilmour, the Liberal Democrat MP for Tiverton and Minehead, is facing backlash over the salary offered for a recently advertised caseworker position. The role, which supports constituents and assists at regular … Read More