
Brentwood Liberal Democrats
For A Greener, Fairer, Safer Brentwood

Brentwood Borough News

Tory finances - the unpleasant truth
Cllr David Kendall has slammed Tory Leader Cllr Louise McKinlay for failing to tell the full story on the council's finances and instead releasing a statement that hides their inadequate financial management record:

Fair enough!
The news that Brentwood is to become a fairtrade borough has been welcomed by Brentwood Liberal Democrats. Our area is now on the map as a borough which supports fair treatment for farmers and workers in developing countries. To achieve Fairtrade Borough status Brentwood Council has had to make a commitment to supporting Fairtrade and using Fairtrade products. Fairtrade helps to ensure that disadvantaged farmers and workers in developing countries are treated fairly and get a better deal for their products. Brentwood North Cllr Ross Carter, who has sat on the Fairtrade Steering Group for the past three years, commented: "This accolade recognises the efforts of the Brentwood Fairtrade Steering group, particularly Caryl Kwei, schools and educational establishments, faith organisations, retailers and workplaces in our Borough in supporting this worthy cause. The steering group has held numerous events in Brentwood, Shenfield, Hutton and the villages to raise the profile of Fairtrade across the borough and I a


Merry Christmas
Brentwood & Ongar Liberal Democrats wish everyone a Merry Christmas!
High Ongar Recycling Site closure
Notice has been received that the recycling centre at High Ongar will close for good on 8th January 2012, further to the Conservative Cabinet member's decision.
UK Lib Dem news

Britain Leading Again
The UK must once again stand tall, leading on the world stage and working closely with those who share our interests – including, above all, our partners in Europe.

Protecting children from sexual abuse
No child should ever have to experience sexual abuse. These are horrifying crimes that cause so much harm to the children who are victims. We will keep up the pressure so that the action needed to make our communities safe all children finally happens.

New Year Message
Government must deliver the change people are yearning for