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Lib Dems Launch Local Election Campaign, Promise Key Reforms

3/24/2026

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Sir Ed Davey launched the Liberal Democrats' campaign for the May 7 local elections, criticizing Reform UK and the Conservatives for divisive politics.
He outlined plans to halve energy bills over ten years.
He promised GP appointments within seven days and banned raw sewage dumping.
Despite a 13% polling drop, the party aims for more local gains after last year's success surpassing the Conservatives in council control.

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Sir Ed Davey launched the Liberal Democrats' campaign for the May 7 local elections, criticizing Reform UK and the Conservatives for divisive politics.
He outlined plans to halve energy bills over ten years.
He promised GP appointments within seven days and banned raw sewage dumping.
Despite a 13% polling drop, the party aims for more local gains after last year's success surpassing the Conservatives in council control.