Winchester MP Danny Chambers has been unanimously reselected as the Liberal Democrat candidate for the next General Election, pledging to continue fighting for local hospital services, cleaner rivers and support with the cost of living.
Hampshire's council reorganisation remains under review, with a decision now expected by early 2027. Meanwhile, Lib Dem mayoral candidate Martin Tod has warned that delaying the region's first mayoral election could cost up to £180 million.
Winchester's Lib Dem-led council has reached a major milestone, installing solar panels and batteries on 100 council homes to cut energy bills and carbon emissions, with another 179 installations already planned.
Local campaigner Kim Routley has been announced as the Liberal Democrat candidate in November's Marlbrook by-election. With the incumbent Conservative councillor stepping down, the byelection offers an opportunity for change and for a new councillor
Changes to planning rules approved by Hounslow Council will reduce residents’ ability to influence local developments and limit the role of elected councillors in planning decisions
Hampshire Liberal Democrat councillors have shown their support for the RNLI following reports of abuse directed at lifeboat volunteers, while Portsmouth Lib Dems have backed calls to honour the charity with the Freedom of the City.