As part of their commitment to listening to and working with local residents, Tim Prater and Gary Fuller, Lib Dem District Councillors for Sandgate and West Folkestone, hold regular drop-in advice surgeries in the ward each month.

No need for an appointment - just turn up to discuss any issue you would like our help with. The surgeries are in a public place: if you'd prefer to speak to Tim or Gary one-to-one then please contact them directly and we can set up a personal meeting with you.

The surgeries are held:

• The first Saturday of each month from 11-12.30pm at Sandgate Farmers Market in the Chichester Hall, 70 Sandgate High Street, Sandgate, Folkestone CT20 3AR;

Alternatively, contact Tim or Gary directly by email or phone. If you call and don't get through, please do leave a message and we'll call you back!

A regular meet-up on the second Wednesday of every month for Liberal Democrat members, supporters and the Lib Dem curious in the Folkestone and Hythe area!

Simply come along for a social drink and a chat: no speeches, no leaflet delivery. It's a "buy your own" event (sorry!) but come along and say hello to our Councillors, campaigners, members and friends.

The Royal Norfolk Hotel is on Sandgate High Street - there is free parking from 6pm at Castle Road Car Park in Sandgate which is one minute walk away and often on street parking in Castle Road (behind the hotel) as well.

As part of their commitment to listening to and working with local residents, Peter Gane, Jon Renshaw and Roger West, Lib Dem Town Councillors for Cheriton West, hold regular drop-in advice surgeries in the ward each month.

No need for an appointment - just turn up to discuss any issue you would like our help with. If you'd prefer to speak to Peter Jon or Roger one-to-one then please contact them directly and we can set up a personal meeting with you.

The surgeries are held:

• The second Saturday of each month from 11am-12pm in All Souls Church Hall, Somerset Road, Folkestone CT19 4HE

Alternatively, contact Peter Jon or Roger directly by email or phone. If you call and don't get through, please do leave a message and we'll call you back!

As part of their commitment to listening to and working with local residents, Peter Gane, Jon Renshaw and Roger West, Lib Dem Town Councillors for Cheriton West, hold regular drop-in advice surgeries in the ward each month.

No need for an appointment - just turn up to discuss any issue you would like our help with. If you'd prefer to speak to Peter Jon or Roger one-to-one then please contact them directly and we can set up a personal meeting with you.

The surgeries are held:

• The second Saturday of each month from 11am-12pm in All Souls Church Hall, Somerset Road, Folkestone CT19 4HE

Alternatively, contact Peter Jon or Roger directly by email or phone. If you call and don't get through, please do leave a message and we'll call you back!

A regular meet-up on the second Wednesday of every month for Liberal Democrat members, supporters and the Lib Dem curious in the Folkestone and Hythe area!

Simply come along for a social drink and a chat: no speeches, no leaflet delivery. It's a "buy your own" event (sorry!) but come along and say hello to our Councillors, campaigners, members and friends.

The Royal Norfolk Hotel is on Sandgate High Street - there is free parking from 6pm at Castle Road Car Park in Sandgate which is one minute walk away and often on street parking in Castle Road (behind the hotel) as well.

As part of their commitment to listening to and working with local residents, Peter Gane, Jon Renshaw and Roger West, Lib Dem Town Councillors for Cheriton West, hold regular drop-in advice surgeries in the ward each month.

No need for an appointment - just turn up to discuss any issue you would like our help with. If you'd prefer to speak to Peter Jon or Roger one-to-one then please contact them directly and we can set up a personal meeting with you.

The surgeries are held:

• The second Saturday of each month from 11am-12pm in All Souls Church Hall, Somerset Road, Folkestone CT19 4HE

Alternatively, contact Peter Jon or Roger directly by email or phone. If you call and don't get through, please do leave a message and we'll call you back!

Join the Bromley Team for an hour of activity as they talk to residents about local issues.

We'll meet at 5 p.m. at the junction of Rochester Avenue and Bishops Avenue (BR1 3ES)

The Local Parties of the BCP Council area welcome you to Bournemouth.

Meet before the Conference starts for relaxed drinks, get to find out all about the hidden gems in the town, and help kickstart our fundraising for the 2027 Local Elections. We look forward to welcoming you to our beautiful town. We'll even throw in a welcome drink.

If you are arriving on Friday evening - and you are at a loose end - please join us at the Hotel bar in the Marriot.   Whether you're a regular or a first timer - its a good way to ease into the conference "spirit" (or beer, wine or soft drink of your choice). 

Enjoy a delicious two course meal followed by David Chadwick's reflections of a year as MP of Brecon, Radnor and Cwym Tawe.  You can buy the tickets here, or call 

07435 774 832 or email info@ndorsetlibdems.com to pay by cash or cheque.

You are cordially invited to join local Liberal Democrats for a breakfast get-together at 9:00am at Toby Carvery, Chalfont Way, Lower Earley, on Saturday 20th September 2025. 

We start with breakfast and a chat from 9:00am and go out at 10:00am to deliver FOCUS. If you would just like to help with delivery please join us at 10:00am.

If you are new to this do please come along – we would love to see you.

Our September coffee morning will be a little different, as Federal Conference will be in full swing in Bournemouth we'll be able to broadcast the live stream of the morning session while you enjoy your coffee. 

All we ask is £5 to cover costs and raise some money for the local party.

You can pay on the day or pre pay by the link below

Join us on Saturday 20 September for our next Action Day where we will be doing doorstep canvassing and leaflet deliveries, as well as the usual political chit chats amongst fellow attendees.

• Date: Saturday 20 September
• Time: Meeting at 10.30am, but you can join us out at any point (likely finish around 2pm).
• Location: Everyman Cinema, 1 Fortis Green Road, Muswell Hill (near Planet Organic)
  
• Primary Contact: Viv Ross (07989 714204). If arriving later than 10.30am please call for our latest location in the nearby area

Some UK

politicians become a poster child for its global institutions. Politicians

have attempted to discount the risk of AIIB[1]

and IOMed[2]

to the Rules-Based International Order by framing these institutions in the

language of multipolarity and multilateralism. However, these institutions are not

truly multilateral, as by design they imply and facilitate Chinese, meaning the

CCP, leadership.

And how should we build resilient networks? Labour policy makers seems keen on warming up with China. Yet, our European partners are beginning to grasp discount

the ambition, depth and scale of malign influence in the CCP's whole-of-society approach to defeat the Rules-Based International Order. Why are we living our friends behind? How will this affect strategic resilience?

We discuss these questions ahead of Policy Motion F34.

Fringe at Bayview Suite 1 @ LDconf 2025

The object of the meeting is to dispel any doubts delegates might have about how dangerous and unstable the world is, and the real threat to the long peace we in mainland Britain have enjoyed. 

Speakers; Calum Miller MP, Edward Lucas (on Russia), Rebecca Tinsley (on USA). Defence spokesperson Helen Maguire and former defence minister Sir Nick Harvey have been invited to contribute

After the rally and before the disco…

Join friends and colleagues from the East of England for a traditional fish and chip supper at the start of conference.

Our restaurant is close to the pier just five minutes walk from the Bournemouth International Centre (where the rally will take place).

We have negotiated a special rate of £14 for a two-course meal and will have exclusive use of a section of the restaurant.

• First course: Cod or Veggie Pie of the Day with chips and a side
• Second course: Ice Cream or Bread & Butter Pudding

Please pay before midnight on Wednesday 17 September to benefit from the £14 deal. The restaurant needs to know how many meals to prepare. Drinks will be charged separately.

Late bookings will be charged at £16, subject to availability.

Mobilising Key Communities for Electoral Success

How local parties can engage, empower and win with Hongkongers in the UK

Since the launch of the BNO visa in 2021, more than 150,000 Hongkongers have made the UK their new home—bringing with them a wealth of talent, energy, and political potential.

This fringe event is your essential guide to understanding this fast-growing community and how to build genuine, effective connections that translate into real electoral wins. Learn who the Hongkongers are, what drives their engagement, and how you can secure their support.

We will also share how CESEA supports candidates and local parties: with experienced campaigners, targeted action days, casework consultation, and vibrant social events that build trust and visibility in the community.

Join elected representatives, council leaders, regional officers and other members from the East of England to network and hear updates over tea, coffee and biscuits.

This venue is a ten to fifteen minutes walk from the Conference Centre (see map).

When you book you will be invited to make a voluntary £5 per person donation towards the cost of holding the reception.

🎬 ACTION DAY IN Wellsprings!

🗓 This Sunday – 21st SEPTEMBER

🕛 Meet at: Taunton Green Car Park at 2pm

📍Cheddon Rd, Taunton TA2 7QP

📬 Help us get the final Rowbarton & Staplegrove leaflets through the doors.

🌞 Try to spot the sun!

🍾 Come together for a drink before or after, if you so wish

We’re building our network – and we need your help. Every delivery makes a difference in connecting our Communities!

South Central Liberal Democrats invite you to our free social event during Bournemouth federal conference. 

You'll have a chance to meet up with other Lib Dems from across the region. There may even be a quiz and a speech or two. 

Please book to give us an idea of numbers. Places are limited. You'll have access to the menu on your tables so are able to order drinks & food (if you'd like). 

Please note: This is a busy venue and we must vacate the tables by 8pm. 

Once, the Hollywood Hays Code restricted what could be shown on screen. Today, new media and streaming platforms are creating both opportunities and challenges for LGBT+ people.

Join LGBT+ Liberal Democrats as we explore:

✨ The growing visibility of queer stories
✨ The rise of online censorship and content restrictions
✨ What the future of media means for LGBT+ rights and representation

This in-person event is open to Liberal Democrat Autumn Conference 2025 attendees and will be held within the secure zone.

Location: Bournemouth International Centre, Bayview Suite 1 (Secure Zone)

Conference’s best party is back - in the Dorchester Suite at the Highcliffe Marriot.   

Hosted by London Assembly Member and leader of Richmond Council Gareth Roberts, and featuring special guests (to be announced) - this is your chance to take the mic, or just sing and dance along from the dance floor. 

All profits will go towards London regions local elections campaign in 2026.  

🔶Take Action for Human Rights!

You’ll

have heard of the bounties Hong Kong authorities

placed on pro-democracy campaigners.

Both Russia and China use various tactics to exert maximum psychological

pressure on human rights campaigners. F34 calls for the Home Secretary to take

these matters seriously. No one should live in fear in the UK.

F34 Rally:

Monday 8:45 am outside the BIC front doors along Exeter Road – Here’s the Whatsapp group

(clickable) for up-to-date details.

It has been seven years since the Alderdice Report and one year since the LDCRE Janice Turner Review. Yet, meaningful progress remains limited.

We can no longer accept delays or indecision. It is imperative that we reach out and engage with individuals from all communities regardless of ethnicity, gender, disability, or socio-economic background. There are those who believe this work is unnecessary. We believe it is essential.

This event will bring together speakers with real insight and lived experience. It is time to move beyond superficial solutions. We invite you to listen, reflect, and contribute to a more inclusive and effective movement for change.

Speakers:

Josh Babarinde MP

Justice Spokesperson, LDCRE

Honorary Vice President

Hina Bokhari AM

Group Leader, Greater London Assembly

The Right Honourable Sir Vince Cable

Former Leader, Liberal Democrats

Honorary Vice President, LDCRE

Alexandra Ankrah

Special Advisor, LDCRE

Senior Policy Lead, NHS Confederation

Ann Marie Simpson

Chair, Liberal Democrat Friends of Palestine

Together, we must ensure no voice is left unheard.

Come and get some pawsitive vibes during Lib Dem Autumn Conference 2025.

Hear some stories from Steve and Danny during the Q&A, take part in a quiz and try your luck in our raffle! 

There will also be time at the end for a more informal chat and networking, along with the chance to meet Jennie the guide dog, the 73rd Lab Dem! 

We want you to be part of our excellent campaign in Grove Green. Take part in our power hour of delivery and canvassing.

Meeting on the corner of Ashville Road and Grove Green Road. Contact is Arran Angus on 07805 331865.