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.
Having read this article in the Guardian detailing the rules for governement ministers declaring hospitaility, our Diversity Officer, Jane Dent, remembered how she had to handle any such 'perks'..
When everything seems in turmoil and our voices lost amongst the noise of upheaval, we can be heard and help our local NHS.
If you have ever been involved in anything to do with local government planning, you will know how important 'Local Plans' (and also Neighbourhood Plans) are in the planning process.
Sam Green was the first openly gay politician ever elected in the UK – and possibly the world.
November 13−19 2025 marks Trans Awareness Week. It is a time to listen to and act on the voices of transgender and non-binary people, celebrate their contributions and resilience, and recognise the barriers they continue to face.
Members have elected Josh Babarinde, MP for Eastbourne, as the new President of the Liberal Democrats.
