It’s been another busy few weeks in local government!
Thank you to all who have stepped up to take roles in either governing or holding others to account – and to those who have previously served.
I am delighted to see new Liberal Democrat leaders in places like West Sussex, East Surrey, West Surrey, and Newcastle upon Tyne, as well as those working with other parties to sort out the deep-rooted problems in places such as Birmingham.
“I look forward to fighting for Liberal Democrat values at a time of rapid change”
The LGA Liberal Democrat Group Executive has confirmed that I will serve as group leader until our elections next year.
I look forward to fighting for Liberal Democrat values at a time of rapid change both at the LGA and in the wider political environment. Thank you to my predecessor, Joe Harris, for your work as our leader and good luck in your new job.
This year’s LGA political balance has been released. The Liberal Democrat Group has increased its vote share at the LGA to 17.6 per cent – we have seen eight years of growth.
Some of you have contacted our office to ask why it isn’t simply based on numbers of councillors. The LGA political balance uses a formula that includes the type of council, population across a council area and the strength of the different political groups on that council. I hope that is clear.