Brentwood Liberal Democrats

Festive Greetings

At the beginning of the year, I don't think I could ever have envisaged not celebrating Christmas in the traditional way - enjoying the company of family gatherings, exchanging gifts and perhaps one too many festive meals. But, here we are, twelve months into a pandemic that very few of us could ever believe we would witness during our lifetime. So much has changed in such a short time - the way we work, the way we socialise, but most importantly, how we as a community have come together to help those of us who are most vulnerable and in need.

Action on Parking at Thorndon & South Weald Country Parks

County Councillor David Kendall has raised the problems of parking at Thorndon and South Weald Country Parks over the last couple of months and has repeatedly asked Essex County Council (ECC) to take action. At today's ECC Full Council meeting he asked the Cabinet Member with responsibility for Country Parks for an update on what action has been taken to date and was told the following: The County Council now has car parking stewards managing the car parks at the weekend to ensure that people are parking safely and maximising the space available. The County Council is in discussion with the South Essex Parking Partnership regarding the parking issues arising from people parking in nearby roads and lanes close to the Country parks. The installation of 'clearways' and 'red lines; will be considered in these roads and lanes. The County Council is looking at the car parking capacity at both country parks to see if it can be increased. Cllr Kendall said:

Cllr Mark Lewis: My first 18 months as a councillor

Brentwood Liberal Democrats: We need to start tackling air pollution

This week, in South London, a coroner's court is holding an inquest into the death of nine-year-old Ella Kissi-Debrah back in February 2013.

Brentwood Centre: Lib Dem councillors call for improved accessibility

Conservative MP Burghart Disappoints on Fireworks Response #BangOutofOrder

Brentwood's MP has responded to our request for him to engage with the RSPCA over noisy fireworks that terrify our pets yet, it will probably leave animal lovers disappointed.

Reversing the cuts to Bereavement Support Payments

Liberal Democrats have passed new policy to stand up for bereaved families and kinship carers, so more young people can grow up in a loving, stable home.

Supporting the Future of Music

We are committed to tackling the challenges facing our music industry head-on. By doing so, we can maintain the UK’s reputation as a global leader in music, while giving future generations the chance to share in its success.