Getting things fixed in Longlevens
The Lib Dem team has reported several issues on behalf of local residents in Longlevens for action or repair.
9 Sep 2020
News
Local News
Lib Dems seek changes to roundabout scheme
Longlevens Liberal Democrats are demanding changes are made to the Cheltenham Road roundabout in order to make it safer for motorists, cyclists and pedestrians.
9 Sep 2020
Student parking solution sought
The Lib Dems have written to the University of Gloucestershire about on-street parking problems near the Oxstalls Campus.
9 Sep 2020
Save Our Sainsbury's: Campaign launched to keep supermarket open
A petition has been launched to keep the popular Sainsbury's supermarket in Gloucester city centre open after its closure was announced. The supermarket giant has been located in Northgate Street for 50 years and the store is a vital lifeline for people who live near the city centre. It is also well-used by shoppers who travel into the city centre on public transport from across the city. Dr Rebecca Trimnell, Liberal Democrat campaigner for the Westgate area, which includes the city centre, has launched the petition. She said: "The Sainsbury's store is the only decent size supermarket left in the city centre. "There are other supermarkets in the city centre, but they are a lot smaller and do not stock the range of goods that Sainsbury's offers. "For older people or those who do not have a car, this store is a vital lifeline for the community living close to the city centre. "The only other choice is going to a large out of town supermarket, which could be difficult if you don't drive. "This is why I've launch
9 Sep 2020
Lib Dems launch petition against unitary authority plans
A petition has been launched against plans to rob Gloucester of its own council and replace it with a huge unitary authority.
3 Sep 2020
Jeremy Hilton to quiz Tory cabinet members on poor performance
Tory leaders at Shire Hall are being quizzed on their performance by a senior Liberal Democrat councillor. Councillor Jeremy Hilton, who represents Kingsholm and Wotton, has tabled a dozen challenging questions to Conservative cabinet members for its full council meeting on September 9. He has asked questions about care home admissions, the performance of children's services, gulley cleaning, new cycling projects, the future of local government in Gloucestershire and the financial health of the county council. Councillor Hilton, who is also leader of the Lib Dem group on Gloucester City Council, said: "I am concerned about the poor performance of the Tory administration who control the county council and the impact this is having on services in Gloucester. "After 15 years in charge, they are struggling to deliver decent services. "They failed miserably to handle the Covid-19 crisis in our care homes, children's services is still poorly performing and there are big holes in the council's finances. "Frankly, th
21 Aug 2020
The latest e-Spotlight from Longlevens Liberal Democrats
Spotlight on Longlevens from Linda Castle, Sarah Sawyer and Longlevens Liberal Democrats
19 Aug 2020
August storms and flooding – send us your pictures
Parts of Longlevens and Elmbridge suffered flash flooding, including Estcourt Road, due to the heavy rain on the evening of August 12.
19 Aug 2020
Estcourt Road slip road to be resurfaced
The Estcourt Road concrete slip road in Longlevens is to be resurfaced as a part of a £3 million scheme by the county council.
18 Aug 2020
Progress on issues at St Oswald’s Park
Your Lib Dem Spotlight team has been in contact with Persimmon about various issues related to St. Oswald's Park housing estate.
16 Aug 2020
New road markings near to Pelican Inn
The junction with St Mary's Street and Archdeacon Street has new road markings.
15 Aug 2020
North Upton Lane crossing safety fencing finally in place
The footpath and cyclepath approach to the crossing on North Upton Lane near the junction with Lilliesfield Avenue originally had fencing as a safety measure to slow down those looking to cross the road.
14 Aug 2020
Cameron Thomas MP
Cameron Thomas
Reflection on Holocaust Memorial Day 2024
Their legacies must not be forgotten
CT
27 Jan 2024
National News
Latest UK News
Conservatives must do patriotic duty and back election
We do not need another Conservative Prime Minister lurching from crisis to crisis, we need a general election.
LD
20 Oct 2022
International Affairs
Standing with the women of Iran
The bravery shown by the women of Iran over the last few weeks has been inspiring. Liberal Democrats will do all we can to ensure the UK Government stands with them.
JP
18 Oct 2022
Health, Care & the NHS
NHS waiting list in England hits 7 million
This Conservative government has brought the NHS to its knees and patients are paying the price.
LD
13 Oct 2022
Benefits & Pensions
Millions of people left in grim limbo after botched budget
Truss must scrap this budget to save the economy and give those on benefits a much needed lifeline this winter.
LD
11 Oct 2022
Diversity
Leader’s Black History Month Message - 2022
October is Black History Month - a time to celebrate the Black British community, recognise their contributions and discover their stories.
ED
1 Oct 2022
Latest UK News
Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
Statement from Ed Davey, Leader of the Liberal Democrats, on the death of Her Majesty The Queen.
LD
8 Sep 2022
Cost of living
Make oil and gas giants pay for freezing of energy bills, not our children
Liz Truss and the Conservatives are completely out of touch with the British people.
ED
7 Sep 2022
Economy & Business
Energy bailout to save the high street
Local shops, pubs and restaurants could all close their doors for the last time over the coming months unless the government steps up.
ED
1 Sep 2022
International Affairs
Liberal Democrats stand with the people of Ukraine
Their bravery - in the face of six months of brutal atrocities perpetrated by Putin’s regime - is an inspiration to us all.
LM
24 Aug 2022
Cost of living
Scrap the energy price hike
This is an emergency. Cancel October's planned energy bill rise to save people £1500.
LD
9 Aug 2022
Carers
Stepping up support for Kinship Carers
Liberal Democrats will stand up for carers, so we can provide their children with a better start in life, no matter their background.
MW
6 Jul 2022
LGBT+
Celebrating 50 Years of Pride in the UK
We have made incredible strides when it comes to protecting the fundamental human rights of those with LGBT+ identities, but we still have so much work to do.
WH
1 Jul 2022