Wakefield Lib Dems call on Reform to suspend candidate
Reform UK candidate is accused of racist social media posts
2 Apr 2026
Wakefield District Liberal Democrats
Wakefield Liberal Democrats fight for residents all year round, not just at election time.
Our councillors have a track record of delivering real results for their communities.
This May, the choice is clear: genuine community activism with the Liberal Democrats, or continued Labour failure and the toxic politics of Reform.
Labour block vital Wakefield Lib Dem budget amendment
Labour councillors vote down investment for Knottingley
27 Mar 2026
Wakefield Lib Dems call in Ridings demolition decision
Wakefield Lib Dem councillors bring the decision to knock down the Ridings shopping centre to scrutiny committee
23 Mar 2026
Knottingley and Ferrybridge
Lib Dems challenge Vico Homes over Care Link service
Council agrees Wakefield Lib Dem motion to stop withdrawal of Care Link service
23 Mar 2026
Knottingley and Ferrybridge
Wakefield Lib Dems secure Ferrybridge Park renovation
After four years of campaigning by Cllr. Adele Hayes and Cllr. Rachel Speak, work on the project officially began on 17th November.
12 Feb 2026
UK Lib Dem news
Children & Families
A digital world fit for the next generation
For too long, tech giants have treated children as data to be mined, using addictive algorithms and harmful content to keep them scrolling. While some are calling for blanket bans, we know these are impractical and risk isolating vulnerable groups.
VC
15 Mar 2026
Defence
Britain’s nuclear deterrent depends on Trump. It’s time to change that
If the answer to “Is our nuclear deterrent working?” depends on what Donald Trump had for breakfast, then the answer is no, it’s not. And our deterrent is not truly independent.
ED
14 Mar 2026
Mental Health
Whole-Person Mental Health: Care, Choice, Community, and Combatting Populism
The UK is facing a mental health emergency. Liberal Democrats have a proud record of pushing Britain’s mental health services forward. Now we are offering the bold solutions we need to fight the crisis unfolding in our communities.
DC
14 Mar 2026