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Salisbury Pint & Politics

Salisbury Liberal Democrats 🔶 @salisburylibdems.org.uk · 12d

Do join us tonight for a friendly chat with members, campaigners and councillors at Salisbury Pint & Politics! events.libdems.org.uk/events/88156...

Join us for our regular Pint and Politics evening. Come along and discuss the latest events in Salisbury, Wiltshire and the wider political world. This is a great way to meet your local Lib Dem team…

Conservatives could lose Salisbury seat to Liberal Democrats, poll predicts

Salisbury Liberal Democrats 🔶 @salisburylibdems.org.uk · 14d

An MRP poll by YouGov, and reported by The Times and the BBC, predicts that the Conservatives would lose the Salisbury parliamentary seat to the Liberal Democrats if an election were held today. www.salisburyjournal.co.uk/news/2550609...

An MRP poll by YouGov predicts that the Conservatives would lose the Salisbury parliamentary seat to the Liberal Democrats if an election were held…

Councillor column: Why Wiltshire needs more 20mph zones

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Salisbury Liberal Democrats 🔶 @salisburylibdems.org.uk · 24d

First day of #LDConf! A real buzz of excitement here in Bournemouth.

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Salisbury Liberal Democrats 🔶 @salisburylibdems.org.uk · Sep 12

Ultimately, 20mph zones create more liveable places. Quieter, safer, better for walking and cycling... As Salisbury continues to grow, let’s make sure that safety grows with it. -Cllr Sam Charleston www.salisburyjournal.co.uk/news/2545159...

The benefits of 20mph speed limits are well established.

'Killer kerb' set to have safety work done after audit finds pavement is 'too steep'

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Salisbury Liberal Democrats 🔶 @salisburylibdems.org.uk · Aug 12

To address the concerns, Wiltshire Council will reduce the footpath gradient, install a bollard at the corner of the path, and add deterrent paving to assist drivers turning from South Western Road. www.salisburyjournal.co.uk/news/2538083...

The improvements are planned for the junction of South Western Road and Fisherton Street in Salisbury, following a post-completion safety audit of…

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Salisbury Liberal Democrats 🔶 @salisburylibdems.org.uk · Aug 6

New to Salisbury? 👋 Looking to get involved in local politics? Our Pint & Politics evening is the perfect place to start! Join the Salisbury Lib Dems for lively discussions, friendly faces, & a pint! 🍻 This Thursday, 7:30pm @ The Coach & Horses
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Salisbury Pint & Politics

Salisbury Liberal Democrats 🔶 @salisburylibdems.org.uk · Aug 5

🍻 Pint & Politics this Thursday! 🍻 Join the Salisbury Lib Dems to discuss local & national news, meet the team, & get involved! All welcome! 7:30pm, Coach & Horses. Details: events.libdems.org.uk/events/87082...

Join us for our regular Pint and Politics evening. Come along and discuss the latest events in Salisbury, Wiltshire and the wider political world. This is a great way to meet your local Lib Dem team…

Council unveils plan to make county 'greener, fairer and more connected'

Salisbury Liberal Democrats 🔶 @salisburylibdems.org.uk · Aug 4

We are deeply saddened by the passing of Cllr Bob Gann. Though our time working together was brief, his commitment to a thriving Salisbury for all was clear. Our thoughts are with Jane & his family. If you're struggling, The Samaritans are available 24/7: call 116 123.

Salisbury Liberal Democrats 🔶 @salisburylibdems.org.uk · Jul 14

Council leader Ian Thorn said: "This beginning of a Council Plan marks a turning point.

"It sets out a new and transformative vision for Wiltshire: one rooted in fairness, openness and working together...” www.salisburyjournal.co.uk/news/2530476...

Wiltshire Council has unveiled a community-centred draft plan outlining its vision for the county over the next decade.

Starmer is turning into ‘continuity Rishi Sunak’, says Liberal Democrats leader

Salisbury Liberal Democrats 🔶 @salisburylibdems.org.uk · Jul 7

Starmer risks becoming little more than “continuity Rishi Sunak” because of his lack of vision and ambition, Ed Davey has said in a damning assessment of the prime minister’s first year in power. www.theguardian.com/politics/202...

Exclusive: PM lacks ambition and vision, says Ed Davey in damning assessment of first 12 months in power

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Salisbury Liberal Democrats 🔶 @salisburylibdems.org.uk · Jul 2

📅 Tomorrow at 7.30pm: Join us for our regular Pint and Politics evening. Come along and discuss the latest events in Salisbury, Wiltshire and the wider political world.

🧡 New faces are always warmly welcomed.

Details: events.libdems.org.uk/events/86334...

Salisbury Pint & Politics

Join us for our regular Pint and Politics evening. Come along and discuss the latest events in Salisbury, Wiltshire and the wider political world. This is a great way to meet your local Lib Dem team…

Salisbury Pint & Politics Post-Election Discussion

Salisbury Liberal Democrats 🔶 @salisburylibdems.org.uk · Jun 30

Thursday 3rd, at 7.30pm: Join us for our regular Pint and Politics evening. Come along and discuss the latest events in Salisbury, Wiltshire and the wider political world.

We'll be delighted to see you there!

Details: events.libdems.org.uk/events/86334...

Salisbury Liberal Democrats 🔶 @salisburylibdems.org.uk · Jun 4

Join us Tomorrow (5th) for our Pint and Politics evening, we'll be discussion the recent Local Election. How was it for you? If you were a candidate, campaigner or voter, then we'd love to hear your thoughts on how the campaign went. events.libdems.org.uk/events/85932...

Join us for our regular Pint and Politics evening. Come along and discuss the latest events in Salisbury, Wiltshire and the wider political world. This month we'll be discussion the recent Local…

Salisbury Liberal Democrats 🔶 @salisburylibdems.org.uk · Jun 1

At this months Pint and Politics evening, we'll be discussion the recent Local Election. How was it for you? If you were a candidate, campaigner or voter, then we'd love to hear your thoughts on how the campaign went.

events.libdems.org.uk/events/85932...

Salisbury Liberal Democrats 🔶 @salisburylibdems.org.uk · May 13

Cllr Sam Charleston said “I am honoured to have been voted for by my colleagues and intend to work collaboratively across party lines for the good of all residents“
www.salisburyjournal.co.uk/news/2515861...

Fixing potholes top of the agenda for Lib Dems after Wiltshire Council win | Salisbury & Avon Gazette | In Print & Online

Salisbury Liberal Democrats 🔶 @salisburylibdems.org.uk · May 12

We're delighted to announce that Cllr Sam Charleston has been elected as leader of Salisbury City Council at tonight's full council meeting!

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Salisbury Liberal Democrats 🔶 @salisburylibdems.org.uk · May 9

The Lib Dems stormed to victory at last week’s Wiltshire Council election, bringing an end to 25 years of Conservative rule.

Fixing potholes across Wiltshire is high on the list of priorities for the Liberal Democrats, their leader has said.

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Salisbury Liberal Democrats 🔶 @salisburylibdems.org.uk · May 7

Speaking to the BBC, Davey said his party is gaining from people turning away from the Conservatives.

Sir Ed said: “We’ve had historic results… Across middle England it is the Liberal Democrats gaining from the Conservatives.” salisburyandavon.co.uk/key-takeaway...

Key takeaways as Conservatives lose 25-year control of Wiltshire Council | Salisbury & Avon Gazette | In Print & Online

It was a dramatic end to the election in Wiltshire last week as the Liberal Democrats finally put an end to Conservative Party rule.

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Salisbury Liberal Democrats 🔶 @salisburylibdems.org.uk · May 6

Lib Dems have taken the lead in Wiltshire & Salisbury! 🙌 Join us for a celebratory Pint & Politics this Thursday, 7:30pm at the Coach & Horses, Salisbury. Let's keep the momentum going! 🔶 #WinningHere Details: events.libdems.org.uk/events/73868...

Salisbury Liberal Democrats 🔶 @salisburylibdems.org.uk · May 4

“The Conservatives are on their last innings and we’re on track to overtake them at the next general election,” www.salisburyjournal.co.uk/news/2513686...

Sir Ed Davey says Tories are in ‘last innings’ as he plays cricket in Salisbury

Liberal Democrat leader Sir Ed Davey said the Conservatives are in their “last innings” when he visited Salisbury on Saturday