The fight back against Reform starts here
Lib Dems are the official opposition to Reform on Wakefield Council
8 May 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.
Wakefield Lib Dems call on Reform to suspend candidate
Reform UK candidate is accused of racist social media posts
2 Apr 2026
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
Trade
Trading With Our Allies, Standing Up to Trump
The Liberal Democrats will continue to champion open, fair trade, defend British economic interests, and build reliable alliances across Europe and the Commonwealth - in light of yet another act of bullying from an unreliable US President.
JR
22 Sep 2026
Environment & Nature
Britain’s Wildfire Crisis
Following the UK's hottest summer on record, escalating heatwaves and severe droughts have triggered catastrophic blazes across the country, damaging delicate ecosystems and destroying homes.
PH
21 Sep 2026
LGBTQ+
Restoring Trans Rights
The Liberal Democrats will continue to stand in solidarity with trans and non-binary communities, defending equal rights, personal dignity and safety for all.
MG
21 Sep 2026