2026: Week 4 - Storms, Climate Change and Leaseholds
This week has seen some severe storms battering our beautiful constituency and causing widespread damage and flooding across the county.
23 Jan 2026
Newton Abbot Lib Dems
Working hard for you
Newton Abbot MP Martin Wrigley
Lib Dems win the largest amount of seats on Devon County Council
What a result! Thank you so much to everyone who put their trust in our Lib Dem candidates.
Devon's Lib Dem candidates have worked so hard during this campaign, and that hard work has paid off by giving the party the largest number of councillors at Devon County. Those dedicated councillors can now begin the process of addressing the huge backlog of problems left by the previous Conservative administration, and get the County Council working for the good of the people in Devon. Too much money and time has been wasted over the past 26 years, the Council now needs to focus on the issues that matter most such as SEND provision, roads and social care, amongst others. It is well known that budgets are tight, but the Lib Dems have an excellent track record of finding creative solutions to problems and getting the best value for money for the people they serve.
Liberal Democrats see the best in things. We celebrate diversity - and non-conformity and if something isn't working we try to fix it or we fight for reform. We are committed to representing local people and making sure your voices are heard.
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Local Lib Dem News and Views
2026: Week 3 - Greenland, China and tariffs
It has been a turbulent week in politics, dominated by Trump’s petulance around not being awarded the Nobel Peace Prize.
16 Jan 2026
2026: Week 2 - NHS neglect
At this point in January we can say the festivities of Christmas and New Year are truly over, and my thoughts turn to the coming 12 months.
9 Jan 2026
2026: Week 1 - Back to Westminster
I would like to wish all my readers a happy new year, and my hopes that 2026 will bring everything you wish for.
2 Jan 2026
2025: Week 50 - Looking forward
By many measures 2025 was an eventful year, with a lot of surprises.
29 Dec 2025
2025: Week 49 - Tragedy and SEND issues
It was with sadness and horror that I watched the tragic violent events in the US and Australia unfold.
22 Dec 2025
2025: Week 48 - Maternity Care and Shared Lives
A national review into Maternity care has revealed failings much worse than originally anticipated.
15 Dec 2025
2025: Week 47 - Budgets, Horizon and Strikes
It’s been the week after the most chaotic and confused budget ever delivered. From the numerous “leaks” during the preceding weeks, to the Chancellor’s odd pre-budget speech, then finally to the ill timed release of the budget by the OBR.
8 Dec 2025
2025: Week 46 - Energy, Cost of Living and Rail Fares
It is clear that we are now moving into the winter months, with the previously mild weather suddenly turning and bringing a cold spell to the area.
1 Dec 2025
UK Lib Dem news
Mental Health
Whole-Person Mental Health: Care, Choice, Community, and Combatting Populism
The UK is facing a mental health emergency. Liberal Democrats have a proud record of pushing Britain’s mental health services forward. Now we are offering the bold solutions we need to fight the crisis unfolding in our communities.
DC
14 Mar 2026
Universities & Skills
From Local Roots to Global Reach: A Liberal Vision for Universities
British universities are a world-leading export and an engine for innovation, but today, the sector is at a breaking point. Liberal Democrats have passed a new plan to deliver a fairer deal for students and graduates and secure the future of the sector.
IS
14 Mar 2026
Economy & Business
Revitalising Town Centres and High Streets
Liberal Democrats are committed to building town centres that inspire pride for generations to come. It is time to stop ignoring the decline of our high streets and breathe new life into them as vibrant hubs for the future.
DC
14 Mar 2026