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Liberal Democrats in Sutton back greater democracy in first major council meeting since 2026 election
Sutton’s Liberal Democrat councillors used the first major Full Council meeting since May’s local elections to back two motions aimed at giving residents a stronger voice, both in their neighbourhoods and at the ballot box.
13 Jul 2026
Bobby Dean
High street tax dodging schemes 'spreading like wildfire'
Honest high street businesses are being forced to compete in a two-tier tax system as tax dodging schemes “spreading like wildfire", MPs on the Treasury Select Committee have been told.
10 Jul 2026
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Supporting residents stranded by broken lift
Wallington South councillors Sam Martin and Jayne McCoy supported residents when the lift in ten-storey Hendfield Court broke down for three months.
8 Jul 2026
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Wallington planning updates
There have been important developments on two local planning issues, with a major housing application submitted for Wallington Nurseries and action being taken against the unauthorised car wash on Stafford Road.
8 Jul 2026
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Dangerous junction needs fixing
Wallington councillors are urging TfL and the Mayor of London to improve safety at the Wallington Green junction.
8 Jul 2026
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New Wallington councillor hits the ground running
Aaron Goater joined Barry Lewis and Sunita Gordon as one of Wallington North's Liberal Democrat councillors in May and has already hit the ground running.
8 Jul 2026
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Helping residents with damaged roofs
Residents whose roofs have been damaged by moss are set to benefit from a programme of roof replacements by Sutton Housing Partnership.
8 Jul 2026
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Celebrating local youth charity at event
Local youth charity People Arise Now brought the community together for another successful day of football and fun at Carshalton Boys School on 20 June.
8 Jul 2026
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Wrythe policing update
Police target illegal e-bikes and drug dealing
8 Jul 2026
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Action on anti-social car processions
Police are taking action to address noisy, night time car processions and racing along Middleton Road.
8 Jul 2026
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Tackling fly-tipping in St Helier
St Helier East Liberal Democrat councillors Paul Cole and Gemma Munday are working with the council to tackle residents' concerns about fly-tipping on Middleton Road and in surrounding areas.
8 Jul 2026
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Regular Councillor surgeries at Phoenix Centre
Last Thursday of the month in the lobby from 11am to 12noon
8 Jul 2026
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Improving access to disabled bay
New signage is being installed in a disabled parking bay after concerns were raised that it was regularly being occupied by vehicles without the appropriate entitlement.
8 Jul 2026
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Fast on fly-tipping
Lib Dem Cllr Tom Foster has been taking action on rubbish being dumped in our neighbourhood.
8 Jul 2026
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New Hackbridge councillor hits the ground running
Tom Foster was elected as Hackbridge’s local councillor in May and has already hit the ground running.
8 Jul 2026
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Listening to residents’ voices
Lib Dem councillors Noor, Pete and Lisa are committed to listening to residents and taking action, whether it's following up on maintenance problems, raising concerns with the council or fighting for improvements.
8 Jul 2026
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Local action days to help care for our area
The Carshalton South & Clockhouse Liberal Democrat team are leading ward walks and community action days and inviting residents to join them as they get active.
8 Jul 2026
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Community encouraged to help decide local project funding
The applications for the Neighbourhood Fund 2026 are now under way. This is the primary way in which residents can apply for funding to improve their area.
8 Jul 2026
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Old Rectory’s future secured
Historic Carshalton building to be restored and brought back into use
8 Jul 2026
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Pollution of the River Wandle at Bridges Lane
Pollution control barriers have been installed on Bridges Lane, after the Beddington Lib Dem team noticed sewage entering the Wandle from a storm drain.
8 Jul 2026
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Tackling persistent flooding on Guy Rd
Drain clearing has been carried out on Guy Road to tackle a long-running flooding problem at the bottom of the road after periods of heavy rain.
8 Jul 2026
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Action on reckless e-bike riding
Police stepping up operations to deter dangerous e-bike riders
8 Jul 2026
Bobby Dean
Bobby Dean MP answers residents questions on £57 Million St Helier Hospital A&E upgrade
Following the announcement that £57 million has been secured to expand and upgrade St Helier Hospital's A&E department, Bobby Dean MP has received a large number of questions from local residents about what the investment will mean in practice.
7 Jul 2026
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Music festival takes centre stage in Wallington
The Wallington Music Festival took place again this summer in the library gardens.
7 Jul 2026
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Community spirit at St Helier Festival
The St Helier Charitable Foundation brought the community together once again with a free festival on 20th June.
7 Jul 2026
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Arts and culture blooming across Carshalton
This summer has seen arts and culture take centre stage in Carshalton with two local arts events running in Carshalton in June and July.
7 Jul 2026
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Update on Water Levels at Carshalton Upper Pond
There appears to be a leak in the upper pond (by Honeywood). We believe it is under the railings along Pound Street, opposite The Greyhound.
AJ
6 Jul 2026
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Lib Dem MPs call on Government for clarity over relocation of women’s health services at St Helier.
Local MPs have written to the Government
29 Jun 2026
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NHS wait time delays for children with SEND
Ofsted carried out a joint inspection of the NHS, the Council and local partners to assess how well they support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Inspectors found that most children with SEND do well in Sutton.
26 Jun 2026
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“The British people are sick of it” - Sutton MPs react to PM’s resignation
Sir Keir Starmer has resigned as Prime Minister.
22 Jun 2026
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Sutton launches consultation on “greenest ever” Local Plan
Sutton’s re-elected Lib Dem administration has launched its consultation on a Local Plan that will “protect the environment” and “deliver for families”.
22 Jun 2026
Sutton
HUGE WIN as St Helier A&E upgrade approved
After years of campaigning, St Helier will finally get an upgraded, extended A&E
11 Jun 2026
Sutton
Worcester Park Councillors urge Mayor to reject Motspur Park Gasholders development
The newly elected Lib Dem councillors in Worcester Park North and Worcester Park South are standing up for residents.
10 Jun 2026
Sutton
Bobby Dean MP: Environment Agency's approval of Beddington Incinerator expansion "disgraceful"
Bobby Dean MP has condemned the Environment Agency's decision to approve an increase in waste processing at the Beddington incinerator, describing it as "disgraceful" and calling on the Government to urgently review the decision.
3 Jun 2026
Lib Dems push for better trains at Worcester Park
Newly elected councillors and Luke Taylor MP launch push for engagement with pre-consultation.
1 Jun 2026
Cllr Muhammad Sadiq becomes Mayor of Sutton
The Wallington South Councillor was elected Mayor on 26th May
27 May 2026
Lib Dem London Spokesperson hits out at Labour’s “empty words” after refusal to back closer ties to EU
The Liberal Democrats proposed an amendment to the King's Speech calling on the Government to begin negotiations with the EU on a new customs union.
21 May 2026
Luke Taylor
Lib Dem London Spokesperson hits out at Labour’s “empty words” after refusal to back closer ties to EU
The Liberal Democrats proposed an amendment to the King's Speech calling on the Government to begin negotiations with the EU on a new customs union.
21 May 2026
HGV ban comes into force on Foresters Drive
Liberal Democrats have successfully secured a heavy goods vehicle (HGV) ban covering the route along Sandy Lane South, Foresters Drive and Plough Lane, between Stafford Road and the A2022.
21 May 2026
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Local updates from the North Cheam Police Panel
North Cheam LibDem Councillors attended the North Cheam Police Ward Panel Meeting last night (13/05) at Christ Church with St Philip, in Worcester Park.
CJS
14 May 2026
Sutton
Improvements announced for 407 bus route
The number of buses on the 407 route will increase this autumn, with the changes expected to improve reliability and reduce overcrowding for passengers.
14 May 2026
Sutton
Thank you: Record 51 Lib Dem councillors elected in Sutton
A record 51 Liberal Democrat councillors have been elected across Sutton, continuing the party’s 40-year record of leading the council and standing up for local residents.
8 May 2026
Jewish community in London under “alarming, disgusting and growing assault”, says Lib Dem London Spokesperson
Luke Taylor MP has called for action to combat antisemitism in London
29 Apr 2026
Luke Taylor
Jewish community in London under “alarming, disgusting and growing assault”, says Lib Dem London Spokesperson
Luke Taylor MP has called for action to combat antisemitism in London
29 Apr 2026
Sutton
Backing local business: Seeing manufacturing up close in Beddington
I recently visited Zotefoams’ manufacturing site in Beddington, and it was a fascinating chance to see a global business thriving right here in our area.
BD
16 Apr 2026
Luke Taylor
Shoplifting in London TREBLED in last five years with conviction rate lowest in the country
The number of shoplifting cases in London grew by over 200% in the past five years, with the total number of cases triple what it...
16 Apr 2026
Luke Taylor
Shoplifting in London TREBLED in last five years with conviction rate lowest in the country
New analysis from the Lib Dems reveals shocking stats.
16 Apr 2026
Sutton
Keeping Sutton Safe: Meeting with local police
I recently met with Superintendent Rich Lloyd-Ablitt at Sutton Police Station to raise the concerns residents have shared with me about crime and anti-social behaviour in our area.
BD
10 Apr 2026
Sutton
Sutton Lib Dems unveil 2026 election manifesto with promise to “Keep Sutton Moving Forward”
The party has revealed details of key new plans that will “deliver Sutton’s future”.
9 Apr 2026
Bobby Dean
Motor Finance Scandal: My take on the FCA redress scheme
My response to the Financial Conduct Authority’s (FCA) announcement of a redress scheme for drivers who were mis-sold motor finance:
1 Apr 2026
Sutton
Down's Syndrome families shouldn’t have to fight for the right support
Bobby Dean, MP for Carshalton & Wallington, joined families and volunteers at the brilliant ‘Get on Downs’ community event on 25 March to celebrate World Down Syndrome Day.
26 Mar 2026
Lib Dem MP Luke Taylor leads party voices across the capital in condemning sweeping bus service cuts.
The Party’s Spokesperson on London, speaking alongside campaigners across the city, has laid the blame for service reductions with Labour and Sadiq Khan.
25 Mar 2026
Luke Taylor
Lib Dem MP Luke Taylor leads party voices across the capital in condemning sweeping bus service cuts.
The Party’s Spokesperson on London, speaking alongside campaigners across the city, has laid the blame for service reductions with Labour and Sadiq Khan.
25 Mar 2026
Sutton
Passing the baton
After 24 years as your councillor, I'm passing the baton to the next generation
RD
23 Mar 2026
Sutton
Hardworking Lib Dem team for Sutton elections celebrated
Bobby Dean MP for Carshalton & Wallington joined local Liberal Democrats at the Sutton local election campaign launch on 21 March 2026, kicking off the campaign to elect hard-working community champions across the borough.
22 Mar 2026
Sutton
“Vital” Sutton Seniors Forum praised for shining a light on older residents’ issues
Bobby Dean, MP for Carshalton & Wallington, attended the Sutton Seniors Forum AGM on 20 March at Sutton Civic Centre, hearing from local residents about the issues that matter most to them.
21 Mar 2026
Bobby Dean
Stand up to vaccine misinformation campaigns to tackle childhood disease increase
In Parliament, I raised the urgent need to tackle vaccine misinformation and rebuild trust in public health messaging. In moments of crisis, we are reminded just how much we rely on health professionals to keep us safe.
19 Mar 2026
“What a coincidence” says Luke Taylor MP in response to Khan’s EU calls just weeks before local elections
Luke Taylor MP has hit out at London Mayor Sadiq Khan.
19 Mar 2026
Luke Taylor
“What a coincidence” says Luke Taylor MP in response to Khan’s EU calls just weeks before local elections
Luke Taylor MP has hit out at London Mayor Sadiq Khan.
19 Mar 2026
Bobby Dean
To tackle fraud properly, Big Tech must play its part
In Parliament this week, I brought back to the House an issue I have raised before: fraud.
12 Mar 2026
Bobby Dean
With youth unemployment at a record high, we are failing the next generation
In Parliament, I highlighted the escalating crisis of youth unemployment, now approaching one million. It is at its highest level in a decade, above the EU average, and has become a distinctly British problem that has worsened under this Government.
6 Mar 2026
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Carshalton Boys careers day praised for “valuable” advice
Bobby Dean, MP for Carshalton & Wallington, visited Carshalton Boys Sports College for their Directions & Destinations Day, joining pupils and staff for a day focused on future pathways, careers and opportunities.
6 Mar 2026
A budget that delivers Sutton's future
Our pragmatic and ambitious plan for Sutton
2 Mar 2026
Sutton
“The 154 route matters”: MP tells local bus company Go Ahead
Bobby Dean, MP for Carshalton & Wallington, visited the Go-Ahead Sutton bus garage on 2 March 2026 to meet the team keeping local services moving and to see the depot’s new electric buses.
2 Mar 2026
Luke Taylor
“This wasn’t inevitable” says Lib Dem MP and London spokesperson as tube fare rises take effect
Luke Taylor MP has hit out at London Mayor Sadiq Khan as the fare hike takes effect.
2 Mar 2026
Luke Taylor
“This wasn’t inevitable” says Lib Dem MP and London spokesperson as tube fare rises take effect
Luke Taylor MP has hit out at London Mayor Sadiq Khan as the fare hike takes effect.
2 Mar 2026
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Bobby Dean MP Backs Calls to Designate SEND Services as “Critical Infrastructure” to Stop Offshore Profiteering
Bobby Dean MP for Carshalton & Wallington, has backed new proposals to introduce legal protections preventing private equity firms and offshore investors from treating Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) provision as a “cash cow.”
23 Feb 2026
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Bobby Dean MP Attends Successful Apprenticeship Information Event at South Thames College Carshalton
Bobby Dean MP was proud to attend the Apprenticeship Information Event for South Thames Colleges Group (STCG), showcasing the breadth of training and career pathways available across the campuses, including here in Carshalton.
19 Feb 2026
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Do this one thing to unlock better train services in Carshalton and Wallington...
Backing Croydon Area Remodelling Scheme (CARS) and standing up for commuters.
12 Feb 2026
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Bobby Dean MP calls out Environment Agency’s Failures
Bobby Dean MP for Carshalton and Wallington has called for a parliamentary debate on the effectiveness of the Environment Agency, off the back of its repeated failures responding to local environmental disasters.
11 Feb 2026
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MPs demand emergency A&E expansion as 18,000 patients wait over 12 Hours at Epsom and St Helier
Liberal Democrat MPs are calling for an urgent expansion of St Helier Hospital’s Emergency Department after new NHS data revealed that 18,600 patients waited over 12 hours for treatment at Epsom and St Helier Hospitals in 2025.
11 Feb 2026
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CONFIRMED: London Cancer Hub to be built in Sutton
The project will create thousands of local jobs and make Sutton a hub for world leading cancer research.
5 Feb 2026
London
Ed Davey visits Sutton to launch 'Operation Ironclad'
The Lib Dems are campaigning to clamp down on tool theft.
30 Jan 2026
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New ‘Sutton Model’ Can Help Fix England’s Social Work Crisis
Sutton Shows a New Way to Solve the Social Worker Crisis.
29 Jan 2026
Sutton
Our bold, positive and ambitious vision for Sutton’s future
We are delivering an even brighter future for Sutton
26 Jan 2026
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Local Bus Routes at risk!
MPs Luke Taylor and Bobby Dean and London Assembly Member Hina Bokhari have hit out at Labour following news that several bus routes in South London are now at risk of cuts.
23 Jan 2026
The Chinese Embassy decision is shameful
I have hit out at the decision to go ahead with a new Chinese superembassy
20 Jan 2026
Luke Taylor
Luke Taylor MP: The Chinese Embassy decision is shameful
I have hit out at the decision to go ahead with a new Chinese superembassy
LTMP
20 Jan 2026
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Fighting endless roadworks
Lib Dem Sutton Council is taking action to stop roadworks dragging on too long, using new powers to charge companies daily fees for working on roads during peak hours.
7 Jan 2026
Bobby Dean
Half of residents struggle to get a GP appointment
Early results from Bobby Dean MP’s Health Survey show that half of local residents struggle to get a GP appointment when they need one.
7 Jan 2026
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Councillors hold rogue developers to account
Your Lib Dem councillors have been reporting breaches of planning rules and unsafe practices, including the burning of construction waste on local development sites.
18 Dec 2025
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Making e-bikes safe and convenient
Forest e-bikes offer a green, low-cost way for residents to get around.
18 Dec 2025
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Supporting Wallington’s heritage and community
Wallington’s old town hall and library gardens are beloved local landmarks that make our area special.
18 Dec 2025
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Saying farewell to two much-loved local shops
Your local Lib Dem councillors would like to thank and send their best wishes to the owners of two long-standing Wrythe Green businesses that are soon closing.
18 Dec 2025
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Working together to keep our area safe
Your Lib Dem Councillors are pleased to welcome our new police Safer Neighbourhood Team for the Wrythe – PC Toby Newens and PCSO Daniel Oliyide.
18 Dec 2025
Lib Dems back st Helier Hospital facilities staff
Local MP Bobby Dean and Councillors Paul Cole and Gemma Munday are standing up for facilities staff at St Helier Hospital who face unfair contract disparities compared with other NHS workers.
18 Dec 2025
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Backing independent shops at The Circle
Local Lib Dem Councillors Paul Cole and Gemma Munday are backing independent businesses at The Circle and working to make the area safer and more attractive for shoppers.
18 Dec 2025
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Stafford Road gets new yellow box junction
Your local Lib Dem team has worked with the council to install a new yellow box junction at the junction of Stafford Road, Plough Lane, and Mollison Drive.
18 Dec 2025
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New gym equipment for Roundshaw Park
New outdoor gym equipment has been installed in Roundshaw Park, funded through the council’s Neighbourhood Fund.
18 Dec 2025
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Lib Dems demand better Hackbridge train service
Local Lib Dems are calling on Govia Thameslink Railway (GTR) to restore full Thameslink services through Hackbridge, which have remained reduced years after the pandemic.
18 Dec 2025
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Calls grow for Labour councillor to resign
Hackbridge residents are calling on Labour Councillor Sheldon Vestey to resign after a council investigation found he breached the Councillors’ Code of Conduct.
18 Dec 2025
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Working with residents to tackle Queen Mary's estate parking issues
Cllr Lisa Webster and local campaigner Noor Sumun are working with residents to tackle persistent parking problems on roads including Radcliffe Gardens, Central Way, and across the Queen Mary’s estate.
18 Dec 2025
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Free tennis at Stanley Park & Corrigan Rec
Refurbished courts seeking players! Join the initiative to bring free, fun tennis sessions to local courts every weekend – think parkrun, but for tennis!
18 Dec 2025
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Project to revitalise the Oaks Park area
Local Lib Dem councillor, Lisa Webster, working with the Friends of Oaks Park, has submitted a major funding bid to the council’s Neighbourhood Fund.
18 Dec 2025
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New council homes coming to Carshalton
Sutton Council has stepped in to develop the former Chelsea Timber Yard on Westmead Road after private developers struggled to build homes there.
18 Dec 2025
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Council tackles anti-social behaviour in Grove Park
After reports of anti-social behaviour in Grove Park, Lib Dem-run Sutton Council has teamed up with the police, Friends of Grove Park and Sutton Utd to tackle the issue.
18 Dec 2025
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Tackling nuisance electric motorbikes
Lib Dem Councillors have met with the local police to demand action against illegal and unregistered electric motorbikes.
18 Dec 2025
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New council homes coming to Beddington
Lib Dem-run Sutton Council is building genuinely affordable homes at 30–32 Beddington Lane, including five 3-bedroom houses and four flats.
18 Dec 2025
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Lib Dems call for SL7 bus stop in Beddington
Local Lib Dems are calling on Transport for London (TfL) to add a new SL7 bus stop by The Plough on Croydon Road.
18 Dec 2025