We are the largest party on the District Council and we lead the Progressive Alliance.
Steve Flitter, the Leader of the Liberal Democrats on DDDC said - We are delighted to come together as 3 progressive Parties to offer the residents and businesses of the Derbyshire Dales a new approach to local politics. We know that our District faces many challenges, not least the cost of living crisis, the shortage of affordable housing for our young families and the threat to our environment from new developments and pollution.
Working together we will support our communities in the best and most effective way, and provide them with genuinely value-for-money services.
Suella Braverman, current Home Secretary and erstwhile contender for the top job, belies her name; she is not brave merely using political posturing to promote herself once again as a leader candidate. Read more...
Hands up those who thought that BREXIT was supposed to reduce our reliance on food imports from Europe and safeguard animal welfare? Well, big shock, we were lied to. News that imports of eggs from Poland and elsewhere have increased by 2000% read more...
Derbyshire Dales District Council has decided to scrutinise the Lead Local Flood Authority's advice to planning officers and developers after the Councillors received evidence of major problems with water run-off and sewage, read more...
Following the UK's hottest summer on record, escalating heatwaves and severe droughts have triggered catastrophic blazes across the country, damaging delicate ecosystems and destroying homes.
The Liberal Democrats will continue to stand in solidarity with trans and non-binary communities, defending equal rights, personal dignity and safety for all.
The Liberal Democrats are taking a stand to hold tech companies accountable, equip the police with the right powers, and build a digital world where women and girls can live safely and without fear.