This new leaflet from Conservative-run Essex CC disregards the opinions of Chelmsford residents, the cost of which could have been spent on local services. We believe it has broken the code of practice We have written to the local government minister to raise concerns www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

FOUR Lib Dem GAINS - from the Conservatives, Labour and the Green Party - to make seven wins from ten in this week's by-elections. Check out these stonking results 🔽

Camberley West (Surrey) Council By-Election Result: 🔶 LDM: 49.5% (+16.6) ➡️ RFM: 25.9% (New) 🌳 CON: 20.4% (-28.8) 🌹 LAB: 4.3% (-11.4) No WPB (-2.3) as previous. Liberal Democrat GAIN from Conservative. Changes w/ 2021.

Guildford South East (Surrey) Council By-Election Result: 🔶 LDM: 41.3% (+18.0) 🌳 CON: 22.8% (-8.1) 🏘️ RGV: 16.3% (-21.4) ➡️ RFM: 12.0% (New) 🌍 GRN: 5.0% (New) 🌹 LAB: 2.6% (-5.6) Liberal Democrat GAIN from Localist. Changes w/ 2021.

Staines (Spelthorne) Council By-Election Result: 🔶 LDM: 37.9% (New) ➡️ RFM: 23.5% (New) 🙋 Ind: 12.3% (New) 🌳 CON: 10.9% (-4.7) 🌍 GRN: 7.7% (-27.8) 🌹 LAB: 7.4% (-17.1) 🧑‍🔧 TUSC: 0.4% (New) No Ind (-27.4) as previous. Liberal Democrat GAIN from Green. Changes w/ 2023.

Ashton (Preston) Council By-Election Result: 🔶 LDM: 37.3% (+15.8) ➡️ RFM: 25.9% (New) 🌹 LAB: 24.3% (-34.6) 🙋 Ind: 5.7% (New) 🌳 CON: 3.5% (-16.3) 🙋 Ind: 3.4% (New) Liberal Democrat GAIN from Labour. Changes w/ 2024.

As the EU’s new Entry/Exit Scheme finally rolls out, British businesses face further chaos — and it’s totally avoidable. The Liberal Democrats are demanding urgent action to stop trade grinding to a halt.

Greater Anglia will be nationalised and run by the Department for Transport from 2am this Sunday. There will be no changes to any of the core aspects of train operations. I recently wrote to the Transport Secretary seeking assurances that their excellent record will be maintained after Sunday.

Yateley West, Hart DC LD Hold 🔶LD: 1101, 54.7% (-20.4) ➡️RFM: 562, 27.9% (New) 🔵CON: 348, 17.3% (-7.5) Well done to Cllr Alex Drage and the 🔶 team!

After years of waiting, Beaulieu Park Station opens on 26 Oct 2025. I visited the site recently and the transformation is incredible. It looks fantastic. A big step forward for local travel. Can’t wait to hop on a train from there myself, and I know many of you feel the same. #BeaulieuParkStation

Congratulations to the Red Roses! World champions! What a result!

Ming Campbell was a dedicated public servant and a true Liberal giant. His principled leadership opposing the Iraq War was a mark of his morality, courage and wisdom. But more than that, he was an incredibly warm and caring friend and colleague. We will miss him terribly.

We are overtaking the Conservatives and on the cusp of overtaking Labour too. More and more people are backing the Liberal Democrats to stand up to Reform and stop Trump’s America becoming Farage’s Britain.

Our flag does not belong to one creed or to one race. It belongs to one people, the British people. We will not let our flag be used to intimidate.

The challenges facing policing in Britain have never been more complex, yet the system is stuck in the past and at crisis point. Years of the Conservatives mismanagement of our policing service left communities feeling abandoned in the face of crime and anti-social behaviour.

Years of Conservative mismanagement pushed our NHS to breaking point. Nowhere is that clearer than in our emergency care services. From patients dying in A&E waiting rooms, to families waiting hours for ambulances, the crisis has become intolerable.

#Chelmsford residents can cut energy costs with the free #Essex Energy Switch. No obligation to switch and average savings of £200. You can even choose 100% renewable electricity too. Register here: bit.ly/4mLltuh or call 0800 048 8439.

West Hampstead (Camden) Council By-Election Result: 🔶 LDM: 54.4% (+15.4) 🌹 LAB: 21.2% (-23.4) 🌳 CON: 10.3% (-6.3) ➡️ RFM: 7.2% (New) 🌍 GRN: 7.0% (New) Liberal Democrat GAIN from Labour. Changes w/ 2022.

"Increasingly, first past the post is seen not to be working. We're still in a situation where Belarus is the only other country with first past the post in Europe." @WendyChambLD.bsky.social

Zorba the Greek in #Chelmsford is a great spot for authentic Greek food. I recently spoke with the owners about issues with inconsiderate parking outside, making things tough for staff and customers. Local businesses are the heart of our community and deserve our support.

After years of neglect, the SEND system is broken and families have paid the price. SEND children and their loved ones deserve clarity, better support and a plan that puts children first. 👇

It's unacceptable that Gazans are having to choose between starving or risking their lives going to aid posts where they could be fired upon. Netanyahu must fully reopen the supply routes for food and aid, and our Government must be far tougher in demanding it.

Congratulations to the Lionesses 🦁🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🏆

Have your say on crime and anti-social behaviour in #Essex 📣 Take the Community Safety Survey 2025, which is open to anyone who lives, works or studies in Essex: bit.ly/3GESKb6 The survey closes on 3rd August 2025. #CommunitySafetySurvey #EssexCountyCouncil

Great outcome after I raised how SEND parents will be consulted in upcoming reforms 🎉 I called on the Government to oppose legal threats against parents challenging EHCPs. The Leader of the House confirmed a Schools’ White Paper is due this autumn. More below 👇🏼 www.lbc.co.uk/news/exclusi...

Chelmsford residents and families are struggling with the high cost of living after terrible energy policies. Sign our petition to push for sensible reform to halve energy bills www.libdems.org.uk/energy

"We do need to reform the SEND system, but that can't start with rolling back the rights of children and families." @MuniraWilson.bsky.social

One year ago, Liberal Democrats won 72 seats, our best result in 100 years. Every day, we're pushing the Government to go further and faster in fixing the NHS and social care, and demanding a bolder plan to boost the economy. youtu.be/9hLoEUTfhlk

97 years since women gained equal voting rights, I’m proud to be the 645th woman #MP. We’ve made progress, but men still outnumber women in #Parliament. True equality means working side by side to tackle challenges in equal numbers. Grateful to represent #Chelmsford on this journey.

What a month 🎉 Over 80 meetings and visits, an overflowing inbox and countless moments in between. See a recap below.

Stay safe out there - Writtle has just recorded the highest temperature of the year so far! 🌡 Be sure to drink plenty of water, wear loose-fitting clothing and stay in the shade.

Just few things I’ve been up to last week ✅

It's time to work with our biggest and closest neighbour with a bespoke UK-EU customs union, to turbocharge our economy, bring in billions to rebuild our public services and protect household budgets.

We have new opinion polling on House of Lords reform! There is overwhelming public support to go beyond the government's current plans to remove hereditary peers (due to be debated in the Lords on Wednesday), including to limit prime ministerial appointments and cap the chamber's size. A thread 👇

We had a lovely time at #EssexPride yesterday in the warm weather!

Time for a weekly update ✅

Ed and Emily's story isn't unique. It's the story of millions, caring for each other, dealing with tough times, and keeping going with love. The Liberal Democrats will be the voice of carers every day, fighting their corner in Parliament.

Without fixing social care, putting money into the NHS today will be like pouring water into a leaky bucket. Today's Spending Review must finally start delivering the change that people were promised.

Time for a weekly update ✅

🚨BREAKING: Government backs Lib Dem call to expand Free School Meals! The Government has finally listened to calls to expand free school meals to all children on universal credit, a longstanding Liberal Democrat policy.

Forest Drive Post Office closed for a refurb on Sunday 1st June 2025 and will reopen on Wednesday 18th June at 7.30 am. Just a refresh – not a permanent closure! #PostOffice #Chelmsford #ForestDrivePostOffice

"Thames Water piled up nearly £20 billion in debt while pumping sewage into our rivers and lakes. The price of this failure must not be paid by the customers." @timfarron.bsky.social

BBC Radio 2 in the Park is coming to Hylands Park in Chelmsford 🎶 From 5th September 2025, enjoy three days of amazing live music with stars like Bryan Adams and Def Leppard. 🎟️ Tickets on sale tomorrow at 8.30 am with 30% reserved for Essex residents. More here: www.bbc.co.uk/backstage/ra...

So excited about this and great job by the teams at Hylands Estate and Chelmsford City Council.

I had a fantastic time meeting the Year 5 children from Cathedral School. They asked some great questions about my role as an MP and how Parliament works, and I loved sharing my experiences with them. #Chelmsford #CathedralSchool #SchoolVisit

We’re excited to be hosting Radio 2 in the Park in September at Hylands Park! 🎵 Stay tuned for the line up announcement tomorrow👇 www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Happy Shavuot to Jewish communities celebrating in the UK and around the world. Chag Sameach!

Once again, it is the Lib Dems who can beat Reform...

A fantastic win for our team in Maldon and well done to Sarah Dodsley! 🔶

Hundreds of babies are dying each year due to delays in improving #NHS maternity care. The government has failed to implement urgent actions from the #Ockenden review and has scrapped £100m ringfenced for vital improvements. This is a national crisis. Families deserve better. #MaternityCare