Challenge over police funding and budgets; COVID-19 template literature; LGA Liberal Democrat Group Elections this May

Local Government Association - Liberal Democrat Group

News from the Liberal Democrat Group

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15 January 2021

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Local Government Association - Liberal Democrat Group
  • Challenge over police funding and budgets
  • COVID-19 template literature
  • LGA Liberal Democrat Group Elections this May

Keep on campaigning!

Welcome to this week's email, with plenty of good examples of what local Liberal Democrat Groups are doing across the country.

As I said last week, don’t lose sight of the fact that the Government are currently saying that local elections will take place this May as planned, whatever other rumours you may hear.
We can continue with phone canvassing, making good use of email and social media; you may want to also look at making use of the Royal Mail paid delivery. In my local area I am taking the view that, with sensible precautions and as current guidance confirms, there is nothing to stop me from delivering leaflets and target letters. Here is the Liberal Democrats' latest advice on coronavirus. Links to template leaflets that you can use to help get out information to your local communities are also listed below.

Best wishes and stay safe.

Councillor Howard Sykes MBE
Leader, LGA Liberal Democrat Group

Councillor Howard Sykes MBE

Liberal Democrat best practice

Challenging the Police and Crime Commissioner's Council Tax Rise

Template press release: Challenging the Tories on Police Funding

In opposition and looking for Budget ideas? Here is what the then Liberal Democrat opposition on Chelmsford Council put in its Budget submission before taking control in 2019

And here is what the council is doing to support mass testing for COVID--9 aimed at those who have no symptoms but cannot work from home.

Community Heroes in Watford are recognised

Liberal Democrats say Government should buzz off over pesticide threat

Schools must provide good quality lunch boxes or give parents vouchers

Calling for more support for Eco-Schools

Taking action on potholes!


Liberal Democrat news

Welsh Liberal Democrat Education Minister Kirsty Williams has a strong record on supporting education during the pandemic in Wales. This document is a useful comparison on how different nations responded to the pandemic with regards to education

Have you seen our new Coronavirus information resources?

We’ve drafted a number of new resources to help you stay in touch with your local residents at this challenging time.

Included in the pack are:

  • An A3 colour leaflet template
  • An A4 black and white leaflet template
  • An A4 mailing

Download resources 

There's still time to opt in to our February bulk-buy

You can still sign up to the February literature and Royal Mail bulk-buy. Opting for Royal Mail delivery is a way to be sure your leaflets are getting through letterboxes, and we will support you throughout the booking process. 

The sign-up deadline is 5pm Monday 18 January.

Sign up here

Stand up for Carers: digital ads bulk-buy

Reach voters in your area with advertising on Facebook and Instagram about our Stand up to Carers campaign. Learn more and sign up today.

Yes, I want in 

Lib Dem Mara-phone: get involved!

We need to keep up the work in talking to voters. Phoning is an easy way to do this from the comfort of your own home during lockdown restrictions. 

You can either post an event below or sign up to join one of the many events across the country to make calls as part of our first National Mara-phone.

Join the Mara-phone 

Sign up for training

From the comfort of your living room, you can learn new skills to help ensure your team is fighting fit for the next elections. Check out the sessions we have available.

Sign up for training 


COVID-19 advice and information

A reminder that the LGA COVID-19 hub is here with latest updates and advice

The guidance for people who are clinically extremely vulnerable has been updated

Latest data by local authority


LGA Liberal Democrat Group Elections

Did you know the LGA Liberal Democrat Group posts are up for election this May?


Climate emergency

Lib Dem views on the Energy White Paper

LGA survey on councils affected by climate-related incidents


News from ALDC

Everything you need to know for the 2021 elections


News from the LGA

Cllr Richard Kemp discusses ethical investments

Cllr Introduction to... Digital and Data Training Series

The LGA has developed six new free councillor training sessions to support members navigate the world of digital and technology as their local authorities harness this area of innovation to help deal with COVID-19 pressures and support residents, communities and businesses utilise technology to improve their everyday life.

Councillor Code of Conduct 2020

The LGA Model Councillor Code has been designed to protect our democratic role, encourage good conduct and safeguard the public’s trust in local government.

COVID-19: vaccinations

The latest information and guidance relating to the COVID-19 vaccinations