Devon County Council's plans to introduce paid parking zones in 8 rural Devon towns (where currently parking is free but time limited) has aroused significant opposition. Both Okehampton and Crediton will be effected.
The resignation of former Conservative Councillor Stuart Penny means there will be a by-election for a Mid Devon District Councillor to represent the ward of Upper Yeo & Taw.
Devon has regularly been judged ‘inadequate’ in its provision of children’s services, and thousands of parents across the county feel their children are being failed. There is a lack of support for children that find the traditional classroom a challenge.
The Liberal Democrats are committed to rebuilding the trust and compassion that the UK was once known for. We believe that our country has a responsibility to support those in need, no matter where they are in the world.
For too long, years of neglect and mismanagement by the previous Conservative Government have pushed our prison system into a deep crisis.
The Liberal Democrats have long championed proportional representation, advocating for a voting system where every vote truly counts. We believe that reforming our electoral system is crucial for a fairer democracy and better governance.
