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Paul Scully MP must back calls for Dominic Cummings to go, and put fight against coronavirus first

Posted by Sutton Lib Dems | Updated 2020-05-25

The Liberal Democrats have written to Paul Scully MP urging them to "end the distractions" and support calls for scandal-hit Dominic Cummings to go, so the country can focus on the coronavirus emergency.

Bokhari: Government Needs to Ensure Schools Will Be Safe

Posted by Sutton Lib Dems | Updated 2020-05-21

The government’s announcement that it plans to re-open schools as early as June has sparked criticism from across the political spectrum, including from Lib Dem Education Spokesperson Layla Moran, whose urgent question in parliament last week urged the government to release the scientific advice behind the decision.

New Mayor of Sutton elected at first ever virtual annual council meeting

Posted by Sutton Lib Dems | Updated 2020-05-20

Councillor Trish Fivey was appointed as the new Mayor of Sutton at the Annual Council meeting last night.

Lib Dems Launch Calls for More Mental Health Support for Health and Care Staff

Posted by Sutton Lib Dems | Updated 2020-05-18

The Liberal Democrats are calling on the Government to ramp up mental health support for health and care staff to ensure “world-class” support for those tackling the virus head on.

Government takes Sheen Way school decision away from Council

Posted by Sutton Lib Dems | Updated 2020-05-12

In a shocking move against local democracy, the government’s Department for Education (DfE) has asked the national planning inspector to decide on the Sheen Way school application, taking the decision away from the local Planning Committee.

Sutton top performer at getting grants to businesses

Posted by Sutton Lib Dems | Updated 2020-05-11

Sutton has distributed £22.7 million of grant funding to local businesses representing 89% of businesses identified as entitled to government grants. This makes Sutton one of the best boroughs in London at distributing this vital lifeline to the local economy.

Govt's mixed messaging risks creating more confusion than clarity

Posted by Sutton Lib Dems | Updated 2020-05-11

Referring to the Prime Minister's COVID-19 update, Acting Leader of the Liberal Democrats Ed Davey responded:

Sutton to strengthen its leadership team

Posted by Sutton Lib Dems | Updated 2020-05-07

Sutton Council will be recommending to strengthen its leadership team with the addition of a second Deputy Leader at no extra cost to the taxpayer at its annual Full Council meeting on 18th May.

Parking enforcement suspended due to Coronavirus

Posted by Drew Heffernan | Updated 2020-04-02

Our priority at this difficult time is to do whatever we can to support the national effort to suppress the COVID19 pandemic. We support residents in their resolve to stay home, protect our NHS, and save lives.