Year: 2016

Why  the UK should  remain in Europe:  Jobs in our area are more secure with Britain remaining part of Europe -the world’s largest free trade area. It is so important that we do not turn our back on the opportunities and prosperity that being in Europe creates for future generations. Peace We have benefited from […]

The Advertiser has highlighted concerns from residents (Viewpoint, 5 May) and staff (“Survey finds low morale among Council staff” and “I’m no bully, says, departing leader”, 5 May) about bullying at RBWM.  We are grateful to the Advertiser for exposing these allegations. The Liberal Democrat Party exists to build a fair, free and open society. […]

Local Lib Dems have recently carried out an audit of another of Maidenhead’s play grounds – Kidwells Park. A number of issues were found – rust that needs dealing with and the ground in a number of places needs improving. However they also found some potential safety issues which have been passed on to the council to […]

As Police & Crime Commissioner I would: Emphasise improved detection rates – for years Thames Valley did not solve enough crimes; Ensure support for victims of crime is funded and not cut; Protect frontline policing including bobbies on the beat; Work with other agencies to ensure cases are progressed to court as quickly as possible; […]

Local Lib Dems have recently carried out an audit of two of Maidenhead’s play grounds – Punt Hill and Oaken Grove. A number of issues were found – rust that needs dealing with and the ground in a number of places needs improving. However they also found some potential safety issues which have been passed […]

Currently the Conservatives hold 54 of the 57 seats in the Royal Borough – this is bad for democracy – good government needs a strong opposition to make sure the Conservatives do not make mistakes. I will work with the only non-Conservative Councillor in Maidenhead, Liberal Democrat Simon Werner, to provide the sensible opposition needed […]