Kendall: Tory councillor behaviour "appalling"
Lib Dem Leader Cllr David Kendall has told Tory Leader Cllr Louise McKinlay to improve the bahviour of her councillors.
1 Feb 2013
Brentwood Liberal Democrats
For A Greener, Fairer, Safer Brentwood
Brentwood Borough News
Town Hall censorship: Lib Dems demand meeting webcast is reinstated
Residents and opposition councillors have reacted angrily to the decision to remove the webcast of the Environment Panel where Conservative councillors insulted opposition members and eventually walked out, leaving five opposition members to conclude the meeting.
1 Feb 2013
Tory Meeting Storm Out: Council launches full investigation
Brentwood Council's Managing Director has launched an investigation into last night's Environment Panel which saw the Conservative Chair and councillors storming out of the meeting whilst it was in session.
31 Jan 2013
Lib Dems demand action on delivering a Brentwood Cycle Strategy
Lib Dem County councillors David Kendall and Barry Aspinell have called for more progress to be made on delivering a Brentwood Cycle Strategy.
30 Jan 2013
Safety Victory on Hanging Hill Lane/Pondfield Lane Bend
After a long campaign by Lib Dem County Councillor David Kendall and Brentwood South wards Borough councillors some serious safety measures are now going to be finally installed at the dangerous bend in Hanging Hill Lane / Pondfield Lane. These messures were agreed at this weeks Local Highways Panel meeting (28/1/13) and include:
30 Jan 2013
County Cllr Kendall demanding answers on A128 Gridlock in Brentwood
Answers have been demanded from Essex County Council regarding the gridlock in Brentwood along the A128 from the roadworks that started this week. Cllr Kendall said: "These roadworks are planned for seven months but we simply cannot have hour-long delays until August - the effects on Brentwood's economy and the problems it will create for our residents are just too severe. "I have had calls from residents and Ingrave Parish Cllr David Harman to tell me that it has been gridlocked for most of the day with some people taking over an hour and twenty minutes to do what would normally be a 15 minute journey. I am very concerned that if this project does continue for the full seven months then the economic effects on Brentwood could be very damaging with people choosing to do their shopping and spend their leisure time elsewhere. "I have demanded to be told what planning that has gone into this whole project and that no stone will be left unturned to ensure that those travelling in this area are inconvenienced as l
30 Jan 2013
UK Lib Dem news
Mental Health
Whole-Person Mental Health: Care, Choice, Community, and Combatting Populism
The UK is facing a mental health emergency. Liberal Democrats have a proud record of pushing Britain’s mental health services forward. Now we are offering the bold solutions we need to fight the crisis unfolding in our communities.
DC
14 Mar 2026
Universities & Skills
From Local Roots to Global Reach: A Liberal Vision for Universities
British universities are a world-leading export and an engine for innovation, but today, the sector is at a breaking point. Liberal Democrats have passed a new plan to deliver a fairer deal for students and graduates and secure the future of the sector.
IS
14 Mar 2026
Economy & Business
Revitalising Town Centres and High Streets
Liberal Democrats are committed to building town centres that inspire pride for generations to come. It is time to stop ignoring the decline of our high streets and breathe new life into them as vibrant hubs for the future.
DC
14 Mar 2026